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    HDTV Tuner Laptop

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by Henry S, Aug 12, 2006.

  1. Henry S

    Henry S Notebook Enthusiast

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    Is ther a good HDTV TUner out there that I could hook up to my laptop via PCMCIA, USB 2.0, or IEEE? I would like a remote control and the ability to record stuff using good software. I don't want anything that costs over $200.
     
    Henry S, Aug 12, 2006
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    brianstretch Notebook Virtuoso

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    Onair USB HDTV GT. I have its predecessor. It does hidef and analog, cable and over-the-air. Only unencrypted digital cable channels of course.
     
    brianstretch, Aug 12, 2006
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    Baconfat Notebook Guru

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    Which would you recommend with an on-board decoder?
     
    Baconfat, Aug 23, 2007
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    Is it for home or on-the-go use? For home use, I suggest a desktop PC with a HDTV card and IEEE1394 interface running as a MythTV server. It can handle many functions like background scanning (important if you want an integrated TV guide) and data buffering. And it can automatically record shows even if your laptop is not connected.
     
    star882, Aug 23, 2007
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    Baconfat Notebook Guru

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    Mostly for the home but I'm thinking of donating my desktop and having only a laptop.
     
    Baconfat, Aug 24, 2007
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    LuxoDave Notebook Guru

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    I have the WinTV-HVR-950 by Hauppage and it works ok. It can be found for less than 100 at Frys last time I was there.
     
    LuxoDave, Aug 24, 2007
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    What about the PINNACLE PC HDTV PRO USB STICK which is at BestBuy for 79.99
     
    liquidplasma6, Aug 25, 2007
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    I recommend getting one that's compatible with MythTV as it's the best TV viewer I'm aware of.
     
    star882, Aug 25, 2007
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