Posted by Justin on 02/16/07 00:54

Doug Jacobs wrote on [Thu, 15 Feb 2007 23:13:03 -0000]:
> gadjo <fgdsfg@w45w4.sdf> wrote:
>
>> I'm trying to set up a homebrew PVR using my pc and I'm looking for video
>> card recommendations. I've looked at some reviews, Hauppauge is often
>> mentioned, any good/bad/ugly experiences ? It's time to retire the old VCR
>> and I dont wanna spend too much on a dedicated PVR. I dont really need the
>> chase-replay features like on Tivo, I'm not even a DVD collector, I just
>> want something to record my favourite shows when I'm out...
>
> What's wrong with getting a true Tivo? The 80 hour model is free, though
> you have to buy the monthly service to use it. If you pay for a year or
> two up front, you get a discount. Cheaper and easier than putting
> together a PVR. We bought a DVD-burner, and plugged out Tivo into that so
> we can dump shows onto DVD. We just pause the burner while we skip
> through the commericals. Works pretty well.

Except MythTV doesn't charge any monthly service and you can burn
directly to DVD, network easily with the rest of the house, and can be
built from old parts.

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