High Dynamic Range (HDR) and Dolby Vision (DV) offer stunning picture quality, but they also introduce compatibility challenges — especially on devices that don’t support all HDR formats. If you’ve encountered green screens, distorted video, or playback errors when watching HDR/Dolby Vision content in Stremio, you’re not alone.

Let’s break down the most common problems and how to fix them.

🎬 Common Issues with HDR/Dolby Vision

Green image issue

1. Green or Abnormal Screen

This usually occurs when:

  • The video is encoded in Dolby Vision, but your TV or player does not support it.
  • Your TV supports HDR10+ instead, which is incompatible with Dolby Vision.

✅ Solutions:

  • Try different video files: Look for ones labeled "HDR" or "HDR10+" rather than just "DV".
  • Use compatible players:
    • MPV (advanced player) supports more formats if properly configured.
    • Stremio can handle HDR, but performance varies by device and settings.
    • Kodi users may benefit by disabling HDR10+ in settings.
  • Check TV compatibility:
    • LG TVs support Dolby Vision, not HDR10+.
    • Samsung TVs use HDR10+, not Dolby Vision.

If the content and device are mismatched, the result is often a green screen or weird colors.

2. Misinterpreted 3D Content

Some files are mislabeled (e.g., with "3D" or "d3" in the title) and trick players into incorrect playback modes.

✅ Fix:

  • Switch to a different version of the same content without 3D tags.

3. Player Configuration Fixes

  • Stremio:
    • Check if your device’s hardware supports HDR.
    • If issues persist, use SDR (standard) versions or configure playback settings if available.
  • MPV:
    • Advanced settings allow toggling HDR/Dolby Vision support.
    • You can force fallback to HDR10 or disable Dolby metadata.

4. TV Settings to Review

  • Ensure your TV is set to HDR mode in picture settings.
  • For Samsung TVs, HDR10+ may cause conflicts. In apps like Kodi, try disabling HDR10+.

5. Fallback Options

If nothing works:

  • Switch to SDR or HDR10 versions of the file.
  • Use software decoding instead of hardware (in some players) to avoid compatibility problems.

✅ Key Takeaways

  • TV compatibility matters: Know whether your display supports Dolby Vision, HDR10+, or both.
  • Avoid Dolby Vision files on Samsung TVs, unless you’re sure your setup supports DV.
  • Choose files labeled “HDR” or “HDR10+” for wider compatibility.
  • Use configurable players like MPV or Stremio for better control.
  • Fallback to SDR when advanced formats don’t work as expected.

📌 Note

Some users also report issues with 3D playback or audio settings, such as surround sound mismatches. These are separate from HDR problems but may surface in similar playback scenarios.

If you’re still unsure what HDR format your TV supports, consult the manufacturer’s specs or search “[your TV model] HDR support” online.