tv capture card

[Gareth]

Anyone here using a tv capture card? I'm looking to get one, and was thinking of an Hauppauge PVR250 but it's a bit expensive, so does anyone have any comments about any cheaper cards?

Oh, this is for Linux, so not all of 'em may work, but I'm still open to all comments.

Thanks to all in advance

[Shaun]

I've got the PVR250, a good card, just be aware that the software that comes with it isn't that brilliant. I bought showshifter to go with it which works good however I've had to use the alpha version as the current version doesn't support the 250 model.

On top of that my Nvidia card won't output video properly on both the monitor and the TV, which is a bit of a bugger. I'm still looking for a new graphics card, just don't know which one.

On the whole it's a good card, worth the extra money according to some of the reviews I read. I'd recommend the showshifter forum for more info and reviews.

I use an ATI 9800 AIW SE - for capture it is very good - 8mb/s dvd compatible no prob.

but no idea how it does under linux

[Gareth]

woot - just found a supplier based in Bournemouth that sells the Hauppauge PVR250 for £55 + £5 shipping!!!!!

If anyone else is interested, they can be bought here...