>>> [EMAIL PROTECTED] 09/13/05 9:29 AM >>> > I have just setup my first Mythtv box with frontend and backend > on the same PC. I'm planning a separate backend configuration > and I was wondering if I need a capture card in my frontend to > watch live tv if I have a backend setup with multiple PVR cards? > If not, how does LIRC work to change channels when surfing? > Is it something like: > Remote>LIRC-frontend>Mythtv-frontend>Mythtv-backend> > LIRC-backend>cablebox#1
Congratulations and welcome to the fold... No, you do not need a capture card ion your frontend. The backend is a backend because that is where the capture cards go. The LIRC thing is a problem if you don't have an IR receiver on your frontend. That's what I've always found odd - the PVR card manufacturers assume that you'll have the PC with the PVR card in it and the PC you want to watch the recorded programs from in the same machine. I know it cuts down on costs, but it would be really nice if someone would produce a car that *only* has the IR header on it. There are a few places that sell you an IR receiver - some professionally built and some not, while there are tons of places on the internet (like lirc.org) that give you the wiring schematics for building your own. I totally bypassed all that hassle and have a PS/2 style IR receiver and an "Airboard". I've programmed my MX-500/700 and JP-1 remote controls to transmit the keyboard commands. I only break out the keyboard when I revert to using Gaim or Star Office on my TV. Other than that, my 6 year old can use the remote to do anything. HTH, Paul
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