[ale] need some input on tv capture cards

[John Wells]

Hmmm...

At least when it comes to the ATI, the user manual says you can choose
from 4 presets when viewing (page 21 in
http://mirror.ati.com/support/manualpdf/WonderVE.pdf):

180x120
240x180
320x240
640x480

Now, does this mean it will take a lesser resolution and "stretch",
resulting in poorer picture quality?  I'm a newbie when it comes to this
;-).

Thanks,

John

James P. Kinney III said:
> Hmm. Capture cards in the $50 range are pretty weak. You will not be
> happy with the screen quality if viewed full screen on a tv. Neither of
> the two you listed will do 640x480 capture. 320x240 seems to be the max
> for the low end cards.
>
> On Thu, 2002-12-26 at 15:05, John Wells wrote:
>> My plan is to setup a PVR system using x10's entertainment anywhere
>> and a tv capture card.  The x10 package will allow me to transmit the
>> signal from my machine upstairs to the television down.  I'll also
>> likely use the card to watch a game or two while hacking ;-).
>>
>> It just occurred to me after James' post to check stereo sound.
>> Neither card has it.  I may hold off and try to find one that does.
>>
>> Thanks!
>>
>> John
>>
>> Calvin Harrigan said:
>> > On Thu, 2002-12-26 at 14:41, John Wells wrote:
>> >> Have a gift certificate from Circuit City, and want to pick up a tv
>> capture card tonight.  Their site lists two available:
>> >>
>> >> ATI Tech Wonder VE TV Card
>> >> Brand/Model: ATE 100703102CCS
>> >> $49.99
>> >>
>> >> Hauppauge PCI Card "WinTV Go"
>> >> Brand/Model: HAU 190
>> >> $49.99
>> >>
>> >> Anyone have experience with these?  Linux friendly?  Which would
>> you recommend?
>> >>
>> >> Thanks!
>> >>
>> >> John
>> >>
>> >>
>> >>
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>> > They both work. Both use the bt878 chipset.
>> > I lean towards the Hauppauge cards though...
>> >
>> > If you don't mind me asking what do you plan on doing with it? Just
>> to watch tv, video cap, etc.
>> >
>> >
>> > Calvin...
>> >
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