[mythtv-users] Documentation Path

[Brian McEntire]

Hello All,
I'm new to MythTV but an old hand at Linux. I've read a lot of positive 
feedback about MythTV and I am excited to try my hand at it.

I've done a MythTV install using an HD3000 card, KnoppMyth, and following 
(as close as is still possible) an EFF document titled, "EFF's Guide to 
Building Your Own PVR."

The install was not without a few obstacles (Lilo config had a syntax error 
after the install), but I have MythTV somewhat up and running. Now I'm 
looking for information about clear QAM (unencrypted) support. Rumor is that 
it is available in the DVB driver in the 2.6.12 kernel which I upgraded to. 
However, I haven't yet had success pulling in clear QAM signals off of my 
cable. EyeTV users in my area confirm they can pull in clear QAM channels 
off the same cable system. I have had success with this card and MythTV 
pulling in ATSC over an antenna.

I'm doing a lot of searching and reading, but there are many different 
forums, lists, and niche how-to's. I'm having a hard time determining a good 
approach to understanding MythTV at a deeper level than following cookbook 
instructions and then scratching my head when things don't match the 
instructions.

Can someone recommend a general order and specific documents (and/or forums) 
that would be helpful to a seasoned Linux user who is new to MythTV? More 
than just a list of resources, I'm hoping for "read this first, this next, 
... this forum is good for this issue and this other forum for that kind of 
discussion, etc." Any help on the clear QAM, or pointers to documentation 
for that would also be very appreciated.

Thank you!!
Brian
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