[mythtv-users] Signal strength, Freeview uk.

[Matthew McClement]

Neil Milne wrote:
> Also, I think the kernel drivers don't always report the correct
> strength - mine have always shown between 18-22 strength, but I have a
> standalone freeview box which reports a much higher signal strength so
> I think the numbers coming from the driver are wrong.

Yes, the figures reported by the drivers can be all over the place for 
different tuners. For a while my KWorld 100s reported a 7% signal 
strength even although recording wise they're the most reliable 
tuners(compared to the Compro's and dibcom based USB tuners I have).

I believe the MythTV wiki covers this, but when it comes to signal 
quality having a tune lock with steady snr and ber values is what you're 
really looking for. The signal strength at best tells you that the tuner 
is getting something vaguely signal-like from your aerial.

Matt