[astewart80]

I want to buy a tv tuner for my htpc. I want to make sure which tv tuner is best to use.. I am using Verizon Fios. Can I just buy a WinTV-HVR? and if so which model should I get?

 

[cdru]

If you are wanting just QAM available channels (mainly locals and their sub channels) then any QAM card that's compatible with your OS should work. If you are wanting all the channels that you pay for with your subscription, you'll need to get a cable card tuner card. ATI is your only option currently but Ceton and others will have more options available starting in April (unless it gets pushed back further).

 

[captain_video]

According to the Ceton website, their quad tuner card will available for sale by March 31, 2010.

 

[astewart80]

Is there any problems with ATI such as quility or anything... or should I wait till Ceton comes out?

 

[captain_video]

Wait for the Ceton or one of the other models, such as the HDHomeRun cablecard model. The ATI is just a single tuner whereas the Ceton will be available id dual or quad tuner models, each requiring just a single M-card to operate them. The dual tuner models will cost you about the same or just slightly more than what you'd have to pay for the ATI.

 

[cdru]



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Originally Posted by captain_video /forum/post/18140040


According to the Ceton website, their quad tuner card will available for sale by March 31, 2010.

Personally I don't believe that. They have had several projected dates get pushed back. Their previous expected date was 1Q 2010. March 31 is the last day of Q1. If they do make that date, I would expect some type of a subsequent firmware or driver update to fix all the issues that were rushed out the door.

 

[captain_video]

Well, believe what you will. I'm just reporting what's posted on their website. I also heard that the tuner was supposed to be released by the end of Q1 2010 and so far I've heard of nothing that would change that date. I understand the skepticism considering how many promises have been made by software and hardware manufacturers over the years regarding the release of new products but I'm hoping that Ceton keeps their promise and delivers on time.

 

[cdru]



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Originally Posted by captain_video /forum/post/18146880


I'm hoping that Ceton keeps their promise and delivers on time.

I'm hoping as well, but I'm not holding my breath. Plus if they do make the Q1 deadline to ship, that doesn't mean that stores will have it available Q1 too.

 

[captain_video]

Check their website. You can buy directly from Ceton when it becomes available. You can also sign up for their mailing list to be notified when it's available.