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    Looking for a TV Tuner...

    Discussion in 'Acer' started by $n!pR, Sep 2, 2008.

  1. $n!pR

    $n!pR Notebook Guru

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    Which one is best? I'd like to use the express card in the Aspire 6920G but USB 2.0 is fine if it's a better quality card. Any suggestions?
     
    $n!pR, Sep 2, 2008
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  2. bigozone

    bigozone JellyRoll touring now

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    doesn't that model have an internal connector for a TV tuner?

    if so it might be best to go w/ acer's internal tuner..

    but i'd do a bit of research into the ACER tuner and see if it is upto the quailty you expect.
     
    bigozone, Sep 2, 2008
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    $n!pR Notebook Guru

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    Alright, well I just ordered this one as it was on sale.
     
    $n!pR, Sep 2, 2008
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  4. dwtechz

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    I want to have one too
     
    dwtechz, Sep 3, 2008
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  5. sh4d0w

    sh4d0w Notebook Enthusiast

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    Does anyone know if the 5920G has an internal TV tuner connector?
    I've been recently considering one and I knew that some models had them so I thought if I could put one inside then it would be perfect.
    But I some searching and havn't come across any parts/tv tuner modules. Anyone know where to get them if they are available?
     
    sh4d0w, Sep 3, 2008
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  6. bigozone

    bigozone JellyRoll touring now

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    i'll check on that and give a definative answer this evening
     
    bigozone, Sep 3, 2008
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  7. sh4d0w

    sh4d0w Notebook Enthusiast

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    did you find anything?
     
    sh4d0w, Sep 8, 2008
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  8. bigozone

    bigozone JellyRoll touring now

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    i guess i was wrong.... sorry,,,, there is no mention of a TV tuner in the service guide
     
    bigozone, Sep 9, 2008
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    these are listed as OPTIONAL on the 5920....
    what they mean by a TV-IN PORT i have no clue...

    �� 3G SIM Card slot (optional)
    �� TV-in port (optional)
    �� RF-in port (optional)
     
    bigozone, Sep 9, 2008
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  10. TehSuigi

    TehSuigi Notebook Virtuoso

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    If your notebook came with a TV Tuner, there'd be a port for a coaxial cable on the sides of the notebook.
    If your notebook didn't, there won't be a port. My Aspire 6920G's spot-where-the-port-would-be is on the right near the 3 USB ports.
     
    TehSuigi, Sep 9, 2008
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    TehSuigi Notebook Virtuoso

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    Good deal! Picked one up for myself.
     
    TehSuigi, Sep 9, 2008
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  12. jamil

    jamil Newbie

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    guys,

    i'm trying to configure an hp notebook with the following specs:

    Genuine Windows Vista Home Premium with Service Pack 1 (64-bit)

    Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Duo Processor T5850 (2.16GHz)

    15.4" diagonal WXGA High-Definition HP BrightView Widescreen Display (1280 x 800)

    3GB DDR2 System Memory (2 Dimm)

    256MB NVIDIA GeForce 8400M GS - For Core 2 Duo

    250GB 5400RPM SATA Hard Drive

    Primary CD/DVD drive SuperMulti 8X DVD+/-R/RW with Double Layer Support


    also, i'm looking for a decent fm/tv tuner that is truly portable (no need to connect to a home cable, although a miniature antennae like that of the HP's will be just fine ). if possible, the one which can make me use my notebook as a PSP monitor (if there is such thing as that).

    hope you can help me with this. i'm already having headaches. :confused2:

    thanks in advance.
     
    jamil, Sep 23, 2008
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  13. brgirl

    brgirl Newbie

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    I have the Aspire 6920G and have that spot where the port would be on the right. Does this mean that there is a TV tuner built in? If so, how do I set it up? I've tried so many times but it doesn't seem to work :S
     
    brgirl, Dec 31, 2008
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  14. spursfan1965

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    i have a 8920 which didn't come with the internal tv card does anyone no where this can be purchased
     
    spursfan1965, Mar 27, 2009
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  15. kiriakost

    kiriakost Notebook Deity

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    Cinergy Hybrid T USB XS FM ;)
     
    kiriakost, Mar 29, 2009
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