[mythtv-users] Good tuner card?

[Michael T. Dean]

On 11/03/05 18:26, Cory Papenfuss wrote:

>     As far as the computer is concerned, 2x150 or 1x500 doesn't 
> matter.  The only thing to consider is whether or not you may make a 
> "small form-factor" mythbox.  The small boards don't have many PCI slots.
>
>     If you have plenty of slots now and in the planned future for your 
> mythbox, go for 2x150's if they're cheaper.  Otherwise, consider the 
> 500 as it's a bit more elegant... probably produces less heat, too.

And if you're using composite or S-Video in--instead of the 
tuner--you're probably better off with 2x150's so you don't have to buy 
the A/V Cable Set ($14.95 from Hauppauge) for a second Component or 
S-Video input.

Mike