TVFIX (CSTV Fix)

Automatic CSTV restart system to prevent recording failures after matches.

Pro Feature

TVFIX is available exclusively on Pro servers with CSTV enabled.

Overview

CS2 has a bug where CSTV stops recording after the first match on a map ends. There is no error message, so the usual way to find out is discovering the demo missing afterwards.

TVFIX is a FSHOST-exclusive plugin that fixes this. It waits for a match to end, then restarts CSTV so the next match records normally. It is loaded on your server already, and there is nothing to configure.

How It Works

Restart Sequence

1. Match ends (win panel shown)
2. Wait 5 seconds (demo write completion)
3. Wait 20 more seconds (safe buffer)
4. tv_enable 0
5. tv_enable 1
6. Chat notification: "CSTV was restarted"

The full delay is 25 seconds and cannot be changed. It gives the demo file time to finish writing, and keeps the restart clear of map votes and other post-match activity.

When It Restarts

TVFIX only restarts CSTV when all of these are true:

• A demo was recorded, meaning both tv_record and tv_stoprecord ran
• The match actually ended, detected from the win panel
• No map change is scheduled
• 25 seconds have passed since the match ended

When It Holds Off

A pending restart is cancelled if the map changes, a new round starts first, or the map ends. Restarting mid-transition risks the demo, so TVFIX skips it instead.

Turning It Off

TVFIX runs on its own and needs no setup. To switch it off temporarily, for example during map testing or a practice session with no recording:

css_tv_restart_toggle

The same command switches it back on.

Chat Notifications

Restart executed:

[TVFIX] CSTV was restarted

Toggle status:

[TVFIX] Automatic TV restart is now enabled.
[TVFIX] Automatic TV restart is now disabled.

Console Output

Plugin loaded:

[TVFIX] Plugin loaded successfully

Launch parameter check:

[TVFIX] +tv_enable 1 NOT found in launch parameters. Disabling plugin.

Match end detected:

[TVFIX] Match end detected. Waiting 5 sec before checking demo status...

Restart prevented:

[TVFIX] Restart cancelled - map change detected

Verifying It Works

1. Record a test demo
2. Play a full match to completion
3. Start a second match
4. Check that both demos were recorded
5. Check that Demo Monitor moved the files into demos/

Troubleshooting

CSTV not restarting automatically

Check:

• Plugin is loaded: css_plugins list
• Plugin is enabled: css_tv_restart_toggle (should say enabled)
• Demo was actually recorded (tv_record and tv_stoprecord used)
• 25 seconds have passed since match end
• No map change occurred during restart delay

Known Limitations

Limitation	Detail
Fixed 25 second delay	Cannot be adjusted. CSTV is briefly down during this window.
Launch parameter required	The server needs +tv_enable 1 in its launch parameters. TVFIX disables itself if it is missing.
Map changes cancel the restart	Intentional, to avoid restarting mid-transition.

Works With Other Plugins

TVFIX makes up one part of the demo chain on a Pro server:

1. TVFIX restarts CSTV so each match records
2. Demo Monitor moves finished demos into the demos/ folder
3. CSTV Discord posts the download links to your Discord

It also works alongside MatchZy, which records its own match demos. The two do not conflict.

Version Information

Plugin Name: TVFIX
Version: 1.0.0
Author: FSHOST.me
Description: Automatically restart SourceTV at match end with delay
Type: FSHOST Exclusive

Related Resources

• CSTV Setup Guide - Enable and configure CSTV
• Demo Monitor - Organize demo files
• MatchZy Plugin - Automatic match demos
• CSTV Discord - Upload demos to Discord

FAQ

Why does TVFIX wait 25 seconds?

The delay gives the demo file time to finish writing and lets post-match activity settle. Restarting sooner risks a corrupt demo.

Can I adjust the timing?

No. The 25 second delay is fixed, and is the shortest interval that tested reliably.

Does TVFIX work without MatchZy?

Yes. TVFIX works with any CSTV recording setup, including manual recording, MatchZy, or other match plugins.

What if I change maps manually?

TVFIX detects the map change and cancels the scheduled restart, so it does not interfere with the transition.