Several users in the EyeTV forum have discovered a workaround to bypass this server check:
Connects your software to TV guide servers to fetch local programming schedules.
Users upgrading from EyeTV 3 to EyeTV 4 at a discounted rate receive their new activation keys via email after providing their legacy EyeTV 3 license credentials. Step-by-Step Activation Process Eyetv 4 Activation Key
Enables streaming from your Mac or PC to the EyeTV mobile app on iPhone, iPad, or Android.
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or an EyeTV tuner , you are eligible for a free EyeTV 4 license.
If you do not wish to purchase an EyeTV 4 license, several excellent open-source or free alternatives can manage your live TV tuning and DVR needs: 1. VLC Media Player or an EyeTV tuner
The community has therefore devised unofficial workarounds, such as reinstalling EyeTV 4 while offline or with a firewall. While these tricks may temporarily restore functionality, they are not recommended for long‑term use, and they may violate the software’s license agreement.