[mythtv-users] Think my current myth box can support HD?

[Michael Klatsky]

David Campbell wrote:
> Rick wrote:
>> Hi,
>>
>> My current 32 inch old TV is on its way out.  I have mixed feelings
>> about this.  On the one hand I'm excited about purchasing a TV not made
>> in the last century.  On the other hand, it may mean giving up my analog
>> cable, dual pvr 150 tuners which myth tunes directly, etc.
>>
>> My first concern is, will the box handling my mythtv duties be up for
>> the challenge?  I have no problem upgrading some parts (storage, memory,
>> video card, etc), but I'd like to avoid a complete replacement.
>>
>> I'm seeking honest opinions... thanks...
>>
>> Here are my box particulars:
>>
>> /proc/driver/nvidia/cards/0
>> Model:           GeForce4 MX 4000
>> IRQ:             10
>> Video BIOS:      04.18.20.46.00
>> Card Type:       AGP
>>
>> /proc/meminfo
>> MemTotal:       775504 kB
>>
>>
>> /proc/cpuinfo
>> processor       : 0
>> vendor_id       : AuthenticAMD
>> cpu family      : 15
>> model           : 28
>> model name      : AMD Sempron(tm) Processor 3100+
> 
> I have a similar(ish) setup - Mx4000 - XP3000 - GIGF of ram and I can't 
> play HD TV back properly - jerky playback and 0 idle CPU.
> 
> I am using the Nvidia binary Drivers and xvmc
> 
> I haven't twekaed the settings at all though.
> 
> I guess a decent AGP card is required at least
> 
> Dave
> 
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As an addendum regarding my experience:

I was in exactly the same boat- 32" TV died, had 2 pvr-150's. Bought an
LCD tv w/HD. I am running with a AMD Sempron 2800+, and just installed a
HD-5500. Same results as you, although I have a Geforce 5200 (AGP). I
just ordered an  AMD Athlon 64 3200+ which hopefully will make my system
useable until I can build a new system from the ground up. I suspect
this will become a more common issue as the old TV's burn out, and the
cable companies go digital even more.


I'll report results here when I receive the CPU (by the end of the week)

Michael