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Default Internal or external TV Tuner Card?

I am planning to buy a TV Tuner Card, mainly to record few programs occasionally (TV is placed right next to the computer).

For this purpose, would it be a good idea to go for an internal TV Tuner Card or an external TV Tuner Box?

Also in case any one has any recommendations, then please let me know.
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Go for internal tv tuner card as they arey gives unmatched performance while recording.
Look for brands like leadtek or pinnacle.
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Go For Internal TV Tuner Card With Recorder And A Wide Screen Support.
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Thanks Top Gear any idea how much a TV Tuner Card from Leadtek would cost?

Thanks Varad, any particular recommendation?
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Sorry I Have No Idea About Its Cost

Take A TV Tuner Card Which Will Give Support To DishTV,Tata Sky And Others

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I don't think I'll need DishTV o Tata Sky support because I don't have them right now and don't see myself using them in near future.
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Thanks Top Gear any idea how much a TV Tuner Card from Leadtek would cost?

Thanks Varad, any particular recommendation?
go for WinFast TV2000XP Global retails around 2.4k
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I would recommend Leadtek WinFast DTV1800 H which should be around Rs. 3000-3500.
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I Think You Should Go For Pinnacle Systems TV Tuner.
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ya , As far as tv tuner card concerned pinnacle is the best.
To get a idea about prices check out this website :
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Yup Pinnacle is good, however spending 3-4k for something I am only going to use maybe once or twice a month is something that I am a bit apprehensive about.
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Yup Pinnacle is good, however spending 3-4k for something I am only going to use maybe once or twice a month is something that I am a bit apprehensive about.
Go to
http://www.theitwares.com/tvtuners/tvtuners.htm
Find something that fits your choice or go for waht axxo suggested. But Leadtek WinFast DTV1800 H
is a real master piece considering the features & prove it's worth in long run. You won't be disappointed.
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Guys where in India (Delhi) can I buy Leadtek Tv tuner cards??
Any dealer in NP or online.
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