[Novalug] Open source DVR's

[Matt Bidwell]

Joseph Brinkley wrote:
> Hey all.
> 
> Through out the time looking over the list i know we have talked about 
> DVR and other such boxes. My question is Who uses what and do they like it.
> I have Comca$t and Digital service. (whatever hundreds of channels that 
> means. 3 DVR's ( 1 mine, 1 the GF, 1 the roomate) So with internet its 
> Semi pricey but manageable.
> 
> Well lately i have been wanting to set up one of these HTPC's 
> (Home theater PC's). And want to know what hardware is best for MYTH? 
> XBMC? Any others. I would like something that can do all 
> my channels ( understanding within reason some will not be able to 
> be recorded due to the restrictions),
> 
> I would even be willing ti Buy a box from a pre-build company.
> 
> Storage is not an issue since most drives are dollars these days. 
> 
> I just want something i can say record all my UFC amd DIY shows. ( the 
> GF hates them on the DVR's :P )
> 
> Thanks all. 
> 
> -- 
> 
> 
> --Joseph Brinkley
> 

Joseph,
I like Myth. Haven't really played with anything else. I have a
fairly simple set up. I'm actually getting my signal off an antenna.
I only have one tuner card, because I don't need to record 2
programs at once.  I think there are now tuner card company
makers that have multiple tuners on a pci card.  I don't know
if other video card makers have caught up, but the only maker
when I built this box that could do HD was NVidia.

Matt