"raw code = 256" is the exit status or return code of a process for "get i player", the tool that you use, as you said. i am rather familiar with this program, Steve, that's why i'm asking. so, in the UK are you being able "to record" this interview with "get i player"? http://www.bbc.co.uk/radio/player/p013ls7k http://www.bbc.co.uk/radio/player/p013ls7k