Advantages: Absolutely tiny (memory stick size) full DVB functionallity, desktop and laptop compatibility Disadvantages: Really needs a 'proper' ariel
the ubiquitous USB2 connection, it can support a sufficiently high data transfer rate to support full motion video, and is found on both laptops and desktop units.
Better still, the relentless progress of miniaturisation means you can get a full specification TV tuner built into a package no larger than a standard ?memory stick? so it?s feasible to carry it about in your pocket! (unfortunately it hasn't a 'hole' to mount on a key chain)
I have a slight confession to make, the actual item I?m reviewing isn?t exactly the same as the one described in the title ? I?ve got an AverMedia Volar HX, which is ?digital only?, but will supposedly support HD broadcasts if anyone decides to offer them on terrestrial DVB in the United Kingdom.
Parking analogue capability to one side, bith units are essentially the same.
Given that the lights are already ...
Advantages: Digital TV, Good picture quality, Excellent remote, User friendly software Disadvantages: Can't pay for some listed channels, No video editing software, Long recordings freeze the program
I had a Digital TV card before but the software was pants so I decided to buy a new card. I decided on the AVerMedia Hybrid TV + FM card because I had previously played with someone else's card and liked the look of software. I bought it online for £58.74.
INSTALLATION
Turn off the PC, pull out power (for safe measure), remove back PCI face plate, slot in card and screw it securely to the case. Then just plug in the cables at the back, install the drivers and software from the CD. Very easy and I thought the software was unexpected quickly to install. It's so easy to set up I didn't need to use the printed Quick Start Guide provided. An FM radio antenna is included but not a TV antenna, so you need to buy your own if you don't have one for the card. I would have liked for one to be included so that people whom do not have a spare ...
Advantages: Watch TV and radio, use your games consoles on your PC! Disadvantages: Pricey, but definitely worth it
I have had my AVerMediaAVerTV Studio 303 for just over a year now, because it came with my new PC, and only just set it up properly because I never thought I'd use it. I only wish now I had set it up sooner?
This TV card plugs into the back of your PC and essentially allows your PC to function just like a free view TV, so you can watch TV and listen to radio. Also you can plug in any games consoles and use them on your monitor, which is pretty cool if you have a nice monitor and a good sound system. You can also record your TV programmes to hard disk in DVD quality - even if you're not around, using the useful timer system.
The main reason I set it up though, was to consolidate my systems. I have a nice PC with a great monitor and a really good surround sound system, and a TV in another room. With my AVerMediaAVerTV Studio 303 ...
Product Information for "AVerMedia AVerVision CP150" »
Image sensor
Type
CMOS 1/2"
Lens construction
Optical Zoom
2 x
Lens Iris
F/3.0
Focus Adjustment
Manual
Focal Length
9.6 mm
Interfaces
Video
S-Video, composite video, VGA
Computer Interface
USB 2.0
Software / system requirements
System Requirements Details
Windows 2000/XP/Vista - Pentium 4 - 3 GHz - RAM 512 MB - HD 60 MB
MacOS X 10.3 or later - PowerPC G4 - 1 GHz - RAM 512 MB - HD 60 MB
MacOS X 10.3 or later - Core 2 Duo - 1.83 GHz - RAM 512 MB - HD 60 MB
OS Required
Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional SP4, Apple MacOS X 10.3, Microsoft Windows XP Professional SP2, Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition SP2, Apple MacOS X 10.4, Apple MacOS X 10.5, Microsoft Windows Vista (32/64 bits)
Software Included
AVerVision
Manufacturer's product description
The AVerVision CP150 features the flexible neck look designed with an abundance of features in a highly portable solution. The industry leading 3.2 megapixel sensor provides unmatched image clarity while the total 16 times zoom and pan allows users clearly view the smallest details and text. Total 16 times zoom comprised of 2 times AVerZoom and 8 times digital zoom, even the smallest objects and text are clearly viewable. The included software allows users to save both images and video and audio to their PC or MAC, or up to 80 images can be saved directly to the AVerVision CP150 internal memory. A full function 360 degree access remote control is included.
