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    what tv tuner to get?

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by michigan mad men, Jan 3, 2008.

  1. michigan mad men

    michigan mad men Newbie

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    First of all hi everyone my name is Justin! I have a question, I'm doing some editing on my computer and I heard that the only way I can import video from a vcr is to buy a tv tuner. Which one would you guys/gals go with? Thanks
     
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    Lithus NBR Janitor

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    If you're importing from VCR then the Pinnacle Dazzle should work fine.
     
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    I thought about that but I was also thinking it would be nice if I could get/record tv programs. Is there a difference in quality between the dazzel and a tv tuner?
     
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    mr.bobharris Notebook Consultant

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    I really like the Pinnacle Ultimate stick on my laptop. I almost bought the Hauppauge but I noticed the Pinnacle will record in a DiVX format, which rocks. If memory serves me the Hauppauge records in MPEG-2 format..bleh.

    -Reby
     
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