[mythtv-users] Black screen on watch TV. What to check?

[PAUL WILLIAMSON]

>>> mark at onnow.net 09/23/05 8:27 AM >>>
> I can capture video fine from /dev/video0 but cannot get the 
> watch TV in Myth to work.  What can I check?
> I have checked all my settings in mythth-setup ( capture card, 
> tuner etc... ) and mythfrontend looks fine too.
> It dies after about 20 seconds and only shows a black screen.
> 
> Some areas to check would e appreciated.  Things to try.... etc...
>
> Thank you

Can you view TV from ooutside Myth in something like 
TVtime or xawtv?
Can you view vobs or mpg files via xine?
After getting these to work, you're well on your way.

Sort these two items out and we can help more.

Paul