[mythtv-users] HDPVR died, what should I buy?

[Joseph DeGraw]

On 06/16/2014 10:51 AM, Kip Bodi wrote:
> I also have FIOS in Massachusetts.  I used to use the HDPVR, but 
> switched to a Ceton InfiniTV 4.  It works great, though no 
> HBO/showtime due to the CCI bit.  I think the cablecard fee is $3.99 a 
> month.
>
>
> On Mon, Jun 16, 2014 at 9:41 AM, Michael Drons <mdrons at yahoo.com 
> <mailto:mdrons at yahoo.com>> wrote:
>
>     My HDPVR seems to be dead.  It had a good run of over 2 years.  So
>     what should I buy now?
>
>     My cable company is Verizon FIOS in Massachusetts if it make a
>     difference.
>
>     I currently have a HD Homerun, so I really need something that
>     gets me the other channels.
>
>     I have been trying to get the firewire connection to work, but
>     afer about 50 missed recordings, its time to find something else.
>
>     Thanks, Mike
>
>
>
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I want to also recommend the ceton 4port pcie card. I have one running 
with comcast in Indiana and it has done a wonderful job. I dont have the 
pay channels because I dont think they are worth the money - So I cannot 
comment if comcast lets you record them. I dont think they do but all 
the other channels record beautifully and in HD. This is my first HD 
card and just loving it.

I think the cost of the cable card is about the same also between 
comcast and Verizon. Its worth it there as you have 4 tuners basically 
and pay about 4 bucks a month.

Setup involved:

Get the cable card from provider and put it in ceton.
Install ceton in computer.
Install drivers from ceton site, load drivers...
---- The ceton shows up basically as a network device (ctn0)with an ip 
of 192.168.200.200.

Connect cable line adapter to ceton and call provider to activate cable 
card.

coffee

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