Downloading BBC TV whilst Abroad

This BBC iPlayer - Help - Can I use BBC iPlayer outside the UK?

iplayer help said:

Can I use BBC iPlayer outside the UK?

Rights agreements mean that BBC iPlayer television programmes are only available to users to download or stream (Click to Play) in the UK. However, we are aware of demand for an international version. BBC Worldwide has recently launched the BBC iPlayer App for iPad and iPhone in various countries. Visit the BBC iPlayer (Global) YouTube channel for further information.

Most radio programmes are available outside the UK in addition to podcasts, although sporting and other programmes may be subject to rights agreements.

In addition, highlights from many of BBC News' programmes are available for viewers outside the UK, as is BBC Sport video content.

Do make sure you check for the latest updates on BBC iPlayer or contact your own country's broadcasters to find out if they offer a similar service to BBC iPlayer.

took me here: BBC iPlayer - Help - Is there a BBC iPlayer App that works outside the UK?

here: https://iplayerhelp.external.bbc.co....uk/download_uk
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here: BBC iPlayer Global - YouTube

BBCiPlayerGlobal said:

Explore the best of British TV with the Global BBC iPlayer

Explore the best of British TV with the BBC iPlayer (Global) - available on iPad and iPhone! http://itunes.apple.com/us/...

Download the free app today with taster clips and episodes. Subscribe for unlimited access - even when you're offline, and watch a selection of the best classic and contemporary British shows on demand.

The BBC iPlayer app is currently available in the following countries: Austria, Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, Sweden and Switzerland. Please note, not all programming is available in all countries.

I'm not sure if that helps you any, but it might point you in the correct direction.

The VideoLan VLC player can convert streams to files. It's not a direct download, so it is a slow process of stream and write. I'm not sure how it would handle the delays you're experiencing.

Real Networks player used to be able to download media, but it has changed since I last used it - now a cloud service.

Which made me think of another possibility.
A family member or friend in the UK could download and put the show in cloud storage for you.
I don't think this would violate BBC terms as long as you have the rights to the show (a UK citizen) and you do not distribute the show. You only use the video for personal viewing while out of country.

You should read the BBC terms so that neither you or your family member violate the rights.

Bill
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thesaint said:

Good Evening "Stve",
Thank you for your useful looking suggestions.

I installed Hola but it would only play streaming items. It refused to DOWNLOAD them.

Then I went to the get_iplayer web site and read the manuals & FAQs It looks complicated and furthermore does not mention anywhere that it can deal with DOWNLOADING BBC programs - only streaming. In fact, on the face of it, it does no more than Hola, but in a more complicated (for me) way.

The Web PVR Manager is downloaded with the get_iplayer & is easy to use the online help seems to ignore it , probably has not been updated.
Searching needs the .* , change the recording mode from default to best tick the episodes you want to download , click on Apply Settings then Click on the big Record button.

I added the Hola extension to Opera this evening & saw this on the reviews

Doesn't work with BBC iPlayer in Chrome. The Firefox version of Hola does work though.