[mythtv-users] RE: mythfrontend setup for around $300 ??

[Shawn Edwards]

I'm using one of these Chaintech boards for my frontend.  About the only 
thing that does work well is the video.  I never did get the onboard net 
to work and the sound only plays at 48kHz.  Works great for tv playback, 
but music sound about a minor 3rd too high.

I'm told that the audio and net will work better with a 2.5.x kernel, 
but then the video will stop working.

My current solution is to use extra net and sound cards.  Since I did 
that, all is well.  I'll attack it again once 2.6 hits the shelves.

Matt wrote:

>James:
>
>The only thing Im weary about the Chaintech motherboard is its
>compatibility with Linux and if there are issues with its built on Video.
>
>Ive always had good luck with ASUS mobos.  But otherwise, your setup
>sounds llike a great deal.
>
>FYI: To save even MORE $$$ on the HD, use a 30 off 150 coupon for Staples.
> That will drop the price of the 120 Gig to $50.  Now thats a steal!
>
>BTW, I did some more digging re: Pundit.  You may not be able to fit the
>PVR-250 in the Pundit (or it looks as if it will be real close).  The PCI
>slots are horizontal and may not fit a full size TV card.
>
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