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    TV Tuners

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by Mr. M, May 10, 2007.

  1. Mr. M

    Mr. M Notebook Consultant

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    I regret not ordering one with my notebook so does anyone have any tuners they would recommend? UK based companies if possible, international shipping is annoying. Money isn't a problem but I do like to get value for my money.
     
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  2. John Ratsey

    John Ratsey Moderately inquisitive Super Moderator

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    I've been using the Freecom DVB-T USB stick for the past year or so. It works fine, once connected to a proper aerial (which will apply to any TV tuner unless you live next to a transmitter).

    John
     
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  3. Mr. M

    Mr. M Notebook Consultant

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    Hmm reviews on Amazon are far from flattering.
     
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    jetstar Notebook Deity

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    Hauppauge, Pinnacle and Avermedia are quite reputable brands.
     
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  5. LFC

    LFC Ex-NBR

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    x2 for the Freecom DVB-T stick

    You may need to use the 'main' aerial, i.e. your TV house aerial for optimal results. Only £30 or so and no need for £70-odd fancy PCMCIA ones. With digital TV, you either get an 'on' or 'off' signal. But a portable aerial may not be strong enough to pick the signal up

    And you may want an external HD if you're recording programmes ;) :)
     
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    I can personally recommend the Hauppage Win TV Nova T USB 2 TV card here. It comes with a remote which is very useful and also the drivers are bda compatible meaning win mce and "see" and use the device.
     
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