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PC's nowadays organize, store and process your files. It is now becoming an all in one system. You can play videos, music and games on your PC and now, you also have the option to convert your PC into a multimedia center like your TV.
All of these are possible thanks to the development of TV tuner for PC. With this technology, you will be able to watch your favorite shows on your PC and will save you the hassle of installing converters and connecting different cables on your PC. You will just have to plug the PC tuner in your USB port and with a little software configuration, you are now set to watch you're favorite shows and even have the option to record or save your favorite TV episodes.
Here are some of the top models of tuner available in the market:
1. Pinnacle TV/tuner USB 2.0 PCTV DVB-S Sat Pro 450E
The PCTV Sat Pro 450E card is a USB 2.0 TV tuner that lets you watch, record and Time Shift digital satellite TV (DVB-S) on the PC. You can watch TV full-screen with a mobile, sizeable window on your PC or record your favorite TV shows directly onto your hard drive in MPEG-2 native format or DivX format. You can also use the EPG (Electronic Programming Guide) to programme punctual or recurring recordings and benefit from ultra-fast Teletext with an unlimited number of pages. Remote control is included for even more user-friendliness.
General:
Device Type - DVB-S receiver
Enclosure Type - External
Interface Type - Hi-Speed USB
Localization - French, Italian, Spanish
Compatibility - PC
Type - Power adapter
Form Factor - External
Video:
Digital Video Format - MPEG-1, MPEG-2, MPEG-4, DivX
Audio Input Support - Standard
Features - Remote control, time shift function, teletext
Audio Input:
Type - Power adapter
Sound Input Mode - Stereo
Expansion / Connectivity Interfaces - 1 x satellite antenna - input - F connector
Software / System Requirements:
OS Required - Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition, Microsoft Windows XP Professional, Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005
System Requirements Details - Pentium 4 - RAM 256 MB - HD 5 GB
2. PCTV-PENDRIVE TVTUNER
No matter where you are, this PC TV Pendrive DVB lets you enjoy high quality digital entertainment on your notebook or desktop PC. Features include instant recording for recording digitally, TV with time shifting and much more.
More than a receiver, this PC TV Pendrive can record your favorite programs into your PC and never miss a moment. With the Multi-Video Input cable you can watch your favorite DVDs, VHS tapes or camcorder movies right on your computer.
Features/Specifications:
PCTV PenDrive USB 2.0 TV Tuner With Video Input
General Features:
Silicon Tuner
Support TV system NTSC/PAL B, G, D, K, I, M, N
Video and S-Video input
TV input
Audio input (RCA L/R)
USB 2.0 connection
Remote sensor
Switches your PC to TV in Full Screen
Auto scan 125 Cable TV channels
Auto scan 70 Antenna TV Channels
Full TV Frequency range for CATV/VHF/UHF
Localize TV channel Tables
Channel renames
Channel fine tune
Channel resorting
Advance TV Functions:
Teletext
Time-Shifting
Schedule Recording
Recording TV program
Screen Capture
Personal TV Channel List setting
Friendly channel scan
Remote controller included
Video Capture Functions:
Video input source for Composite & S-Video
Left and Right Audio channel input
Supports YUV data format
Screen Capture
Recording Composite & S-VHS program
Capture Still and Motion Video Image
Easily take your captured files / photos anywhere and share with your friends by transferring to VCD / DVD format
