[mythtv-users] Myth/spdif no audio, mplayer works fine

[Kevin Kuphal]

Andrew Close wrote:

>sorry to hijack this thread, but where would i look to get an SPDIF
>connector for my motherboard?  Chaintech, the manufacturer, doesn't
>appear to carry a connector as an accessory anymore.  my mobo does
>have posts labeled for SPDIF out though.  i've looked at various
>computer/electronics shops online, but i can only seem to find sound
>cards that are SPDIF capable.  what should i search on to find an
>adapter?
>thanks for any help.
>you may now resume the initial thread. ;)
>  
>
I don't know how many slots you might have in your case, but generally 
I've found it cheaper just to buy a new sound card with SPDIF out (like 
the Turtle Beach Riviera for $25 at newegg) than to find, purchase, and 
pay whatever shipping additional to get the header that may or may not work.

Kevin