<div>What is the easiest/most reliable method for changing channels on a set-top box? Is it still using IR Blaster? I have read the wikipages, but the dates on them are pretty old.</div><div><br></div>I have Comcast, Hauppauge PVR 500, pcHDTV 5500 and a Motorola STB DCH70/2081 - standard definition, but I plan to get a HD capable one soon.<div>
I don't have an external serial port. Do the USB blasters work well?</div><div><br></div><div>I noticed that Hauppauge (WinTV-HVR-2250) has an IR Blaster; a more expensive route that I would consider if it is the best solution.</div>
<div><a href="http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16815116036">http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16815116036</a></div><div><br></div><div>Advise greatly appreciated,</div><div><br></div><div>
Chris (way behind in his MythTV projects)</div>