[mythtv-users] I may have SOLVED the 5C cable encryption problem for MythTV users!

[Rudy Zijlstra]

Joe Borne wrote:
> If you have an STB that has component out and audio line out on it 
> (most motorola units do)
> , then I have found a solution to the problem of 5C encrypted 
> channels. Perfectly legal too.
>
> This device here -> PYRO A /V Link 
> <http://www.adstech.com/products/API-558-EFS/intro/API-558_intro.asp?pid=API-558-EFS>
>
> Only $179
>
> Can convert Component Video (The Y Pb Pr) stuff straight to DV 
> (firewire/ieee1394). It can also pass through the audio (in stereo at 
> least).
>
> SOOOO - you can connect your cable STB to your MythBox (provided it 
> has Component Video Out) by having this in between and retain the HD 
> content and at least have stereo sound. Sorry no surround, anyone 
> solves that let me know. The best part is that the signal is 
> post-decryption, so you get HD without 5C limitations.

See also 
http://www.adstech.com/products/API-558-EFS/specifications/API-558_specs.asp?pid=API-558-EFS

It is SD only.

Cheers