[mythtv-users] Suggestions for HDTV system

[Mark Chang]

On 11/11/06, Steven Adeff <adeffs.mythtv at gmail.com> wrote:
> I had the same problem, the DVI output on *most* 5200 cards can't
> quite handle 1080p output. I went with a PCIe 6200TC (MSI low profile)
> and its been working great (though for some reason, if the TV is on
> the computer refuses to turn on?...)

Good to know the 6200TC is working for you. Just bought a 6200TC XFX
card. Low profile and fanless. Can't wait.

> As Jan said, if your using a 1080p TV the Xv picture controls aren't a big deal.
>
> I would also say go with something faster than a 3200. I have a 3200
> in my frontend, and its good, but I'd like to be able to run the
> Kernel deinterlacer on 1080i content which the 3200 just isn't quite
> fast enough to do. Plus with h264 being the future of HDTV your going
> to want something really fast. I your building this from scratch, go
> with a Core 2 Duo processor, if your set on the prepackaged Dell see
> what you can upgrade to, or just do a processor upgrade on your own
> and ebay the 3200.

I hear ya. Fortunately, I've got no 1080p display... just 1080i. I'll
try this first, and when the time comes and there is more 1080p
content, we'll move to more horsepower.

thanks for the info, especially regarding the 6200. I might hit you up
for configs soon. I just got the Dell box in and will be setting up
Ubuntu Edgy while I wait for the video card and the HDHomeRun.

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Mark L. Chang