If the Media Center data store gets corrupted Windows Media Center will crash.So if there is a corrupted Media Center data store then here is a fix:-
1.Make sure ‘Show hidden files,folders and drives option is enabled.
2.This will allow to show the hidden ProgramData under %SYSTEMDRIVE%\ProgramData\Microsoft\eHome.Double click on it to open.
Alternatively in Start Search box type in:-
%SYSTEMDRIVE%\ProgramData\Microsoft\eHome and hit the Enter Key.
3.Double click on Microsoft folder and locate eHome.
4.Double click on eHome and locate mcepg data base (.db) file (eg.mcpeg2-0/mcepg1-5-0 etc).
5.Right click on mcpeg.db file and Delete it.
6.Restart the System and restart the Media Center as well.
mceworld 
I tried this – it did build a new file, but still doesn’t display the folders in the My Pictures folder, even though the Settings indicates that they are included!
I cannot seem to download Shaw direct guide , Windows media centre did at one time down load guide but now I g t the message The guide could not be downloaded for more information right click on windows system tray icon and open windows media centre update log
I ve tried this but cannot find the log , I am running window 7 professional 64 bit .
I do get satalite TV but no guide
HELP
dougsacrylic@yahoo.ca
Have you checked it with http://www.zap2it.com/?
You may post your feedback regarding guide here:-
https://connect.microsoft.com/site1145
Note: You are required to sign in to submit a data quality issue
I have not been able to download the guide at all
So I can t check it with zapit.
When I first hooked up my satellite to my pc it worked fine , no problems with downloading the guide , now it won’t download the guide
Doug