[mythtv-users] Firewire and what channels you can get.

[Mario Limonciello]

Marc Tousignant wrote:

> I currently have a PVR 350 and a HD3000 in my myth box. I am
> contemplating getting a firewire enabled cablebox, or 2, and setting
> them up.
>
> I have been having a hard time finding out what channels you can get
> via the firewire port. My search of the list has come back with
> varying reports, including some reports that people used to get all
> channels (including analog) but now do not..
>
>  
>
> So I ask. What channels can those of you who use firewire get? All
> channels? HD or Digital only?
>
>  
>
> Since the mobo I use does not have firewire ports and I only have 3
> expansion slots (1AGP 2PCI) I will have to replace one of the cards in
> the system. If firewire can not receive analog channels obviously I
> will need to keep the PVR 350. I would like to make a fully informed
> decision.
>
>  
>
> Marc
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Marc,

It depends on your cable company and area as for what channels will be
provided.  Perhaps post your city location and users in that location
can give an idea of whats available channel wise.

Mario Limonciello