What video capture card/device should I get?

[Jenny]

We're looking to spend $100-$150 or so. We want to be able to connect the Cox DVRs we have & the tv to it and capture stuff. Someone suggested these, but what do you all think about them and do you have any different suggestions?

PCTV 100E Video Capture / Playback Device (http://www.compusa.com/products/product_info.asp?product_code=320316&pfp=BROWSE)

and

DVC150 Dazzle Digital Video Creator 150 (http://www.compusa.com/products/product_info.asp?product_code=306786&pfp=BROWSE)

[doolittle]

I've never messed with one of these devices before, but by looking at the specs, the PCTV 100E Video Capture / Playback Device has more features. However you need a USB2 port to run it.

[Devhux]

Funny you posted this, as I was just about to post the same question (good thing I looked at the topics first).

In my case, it's so my dad can hook up a VCR or camcorder to his computer. Something with an external breakout box would be ideal. My budget is around $200 US or so.

[Jenny]

I've never messed with one of these devices before, but by looking at the specs, the PCTV 100E Video Capture / Playback Device has more features. However you need a USB2 port to run it.


ooh. is that the only way it can connect? :/

[doolittle]

yea that one will only run on USB2, the other model supports USB 1&2

[Jenny]

This one was recommended so I bought it tonight. Yay! http://www.mwave.com/mwave/viewspec.hmx?scriteria=AA33890