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    HDTV for my laptop?

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by chris2k5, Aug 30, 2008.

  1. chris2k5

    chris2k5 Notebook Consultant

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    I noticed my television, a Sony 65" has the ability to pick up HDTV channels without requiring any satellite or cable suscription. This means it is picking up free digital channel frequencies correct?

    If so, I was wondering, if there is something I could buy for my laptop to do the same. I know I will only get the basic channels but that is all I really watch anyway.

    is there any card or product out there? Can someone link me? Thanks big time!
     
    chris2k5, Aug 30, 2008
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  2. brianstretch

    brianstretch Notebook Virtuoso

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    Several. I use AutumnWave's OnAir GT USB HDTV tuner. A bit expensive but their software and support are excellent and it's had 64-bit Vista drivers for quite some time now. It'll tune both over-the-air and unencrypted digital cable HDTV channels, and analog too.
     
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  3. Wirelessman

    Wirelessman Monkeymod

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    You can get a TV tuner internal card and an external antenna. You should have those interfaces in your laptop.
     
    Wirelessman, Aug 30, 2008
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  4. stewie

    stewie What the deuce?

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    The AVerTV Hybrid Volar MAX seems like a pretty good deal for half the price. [​IMG]

    The also have an ExpressCard version.

    However, I've never used AutumnWave's products, so I can't really compare them.

    EDIT: I've found some reviews.
     
    stewie, Aug 31, 2008
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