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| OnAir GT Mobile HDTV Receiver & DVR for PC (HDTV-GT) | 
 enlarge | Brand: OnAir Solution
Category: CE
List Price: $179.99
Buy New: $89.99
You Save: $90.00 (50%)
New (20) Used (2) from $89.99
Avg. Customer Rating:  11 reviews
Sales Rank: 5738
Media: Electronics
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 5
Dimensions (in): 8.5 x 6.3 x 2.5
Warranty: 1 year warranty
MPN: HDTV-GT
Model: HDTV-GT
UPC: 859949001018
EAN: 0859949001018
ASIN: B000GGQ55M
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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 Works well...even with a low-performance PC October 24, 2008
I paired this product with an EEEBox PC running XP connected to my HD TV. It is able to decode all of the unencrypted QAM cable channels and the analog cable channels. I use it to watch TV as it replaced my HD cable box which costs $9/mo to 'rent'. The record-scheduling works well and for digital channels, you can use the play-back buffer so you can pause and rewind. The play-back buffer doesn't work for analog (you can only record analog unless you get the next model up of the receiver). The EEEBox is a 1.6GHz Intel Atom based PC with 1GB ram. It can keep up while recoding and displaying at 1920x1080 with this device. Rewinding and fast-forwarding with the play-back buffer is a little jumpy though... probably because of the CPU demands. The remote does not have a great range (maybe 12ft). In a larger room, you might want to program another remote to get more range.
The downloaded drivers and SW seems to work w/o problems. The exception is that there is some contention with the scheduler and viewer if the the device's USB port is changed. Make sure you don't have anything scheduled to record (past or future) if you switch ports. I found the driver will throw an exception when the viewer's channel is changed if you do this.
The interface isn't as good as a DVR's interface... especially when using the remote. I would say it is adequate. If I would do it over again, I would still buy this product.
I HIGHLY Recommend it for Vista Home Premium October 17, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I would like to start by saying that this is the FIRST USB HDTV Tuner that successfully finds all the channels my Panasonic TH-50PZ77U can, plus a few more! That in itself makes it a WINNER for me. That might not sound like a big deal, but when you're between mountains and there is ABSOLUTELY no OTA channels available to you, you REALLY appreciate this tuner's ability to receive all of the analog, digital and HDTV channels my cable company sends to me thru my basic cable subscription.
I am using a Compaq Presario F750US with Windows Vista Premium and I couldn't be more satisfied with this tuner's performance.
The DVR functions are so impressive and it records HDTV signals in their original resolution 1920x1080 and 1280x720. It also has Time-Shifting and I am so pleased to have these features without having to pay my cable company.
If you are willing to spend one hour experimenting with this tuner during installation you will be greatly rewarded. For example, I first installed the NVIDIA PureVideo software included in the CD. Then I gave the program a try and the video would be jerky. I was already thinking of returning it for a refund, but I thought I'd give it a second chance, so I uninstalled the NVIDIA PureVideo program and kept only the basic programs (drivers, TV software and Remote Control Software) then I tried it again and the performance was EXCELLENT, just like what you would expect from a Satellite or Cable DVR. Is that too much work? I don't think so.
The device is quiet and the remote works quickly and is very responsive. You DON'T have to aim the remote exactly at the device for it to work.
This tuner gets its cable signal from an outlet that is split into 3 and it works just great.
Check out their website, it has all the info you might need.
Excellent product without a doubt September 11, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This device truly fit the bill. I was looking for a way to watch TV on my computer while I'm away from home and this product really works. Included in the box is the OnAir GT itself, a small antenna, mini-B USB cable, S-video cable attachment, carrying pouch, and instruction manual.
Setting it up was extremely easy but I'd recommend forgoing the initial setup and going immediately to the company website to download the latest drivers/tuner program. It installed in minutes and before I knew it, it was up and running. The clarity is very good especially in digital and just outstanding in HD. More than this, it allows for recording of any content displayed and I was able to easily record the opening of the 2008 Olympics opening ceremony in all its HD glory. In addition, it allows for scheduling of future recordings and they can either be one-time deals or repeated occurrences. It has an Electronic Program Guide (EPG) that works well enough to display what's immediately on in the future, but for week away recordings you will have to set it up manually. This comes in handy for those shows you want to catch but don't have time to get it while it's on TV. It will easily save them for later but beware that HD recordings (for this product and all others) is HDD intensive and creates very big files.
Perhaps the best thing about this product is that it works on slower computers. My laptop is only a 1.7Ghz Intel Celeron M, 1GB RAM, 400Mhz FSB, and 64MB video card machine. This product allowed me to watch TV without taxing my components or overheating my computer. This is one of the main reasons to get this instead of a Hauppage or similar product. (As a side note, check the company website to make sure your video card is supported.)
Lastly, as I mentioned before, you have the ability to watch cable or OTA TV but you can also hook up a peripheral such as a game console, VCR, etc. by the composite or S-video cords that are included. I was able to play my slim PS2 successfully on my computer with no delay in responsiveness at all. This is probably one of the better ways to get a game console to be played on your computer, especially if you do not have video inputs on your PC.
Overall, I am extremely satisfied with the product and its capabilities. The price is a bit steep but it is definitely worth it for watching TV (and acting as a DVR) or hooking up video peripherals.
 Needs very strong cable signal June 15, 2008
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
I bought this tuner hoping to use it to record unencrypted digital shows from my cable. When I first connected it to my cable I could receive all the analog channels but only 1 digital channel. After checking their support page I discovered that it needed a strong signal so I installed a cable amplifier between the unit and my cable. I could then received 4 digital channels. Both of my digital TVs can receive 12 channels. I then purchased a more powerful cable amplifier and was able to receive 6 digital channels. I am not very impressed by the fact that this unit cannot receive digital channels that an ordinary digital TV can.
 Great HD video February 26, 2008
This is a great product and the software is very stable. Like others have said, it will not work with either Media Center 2005, or Vista Media Center because the software encoder for analog video isn't supported by microsoft. If you are looking for a hybrid tuner that works in Media Center I would suggest looking at the OnAir Creator, It has the same tuner and also has a hardware analog decoder that is supported by Media Center. I don't know if it will work as a Digital Over the Air tuner in media center or not as I don't get any over the air signals in my area. Media Center does not support QAM tuners so that option is out. I gave this 4 stars do to the lack of a full feature tivo like electronic program guide. Scheduling manual recordings is pretty simple, but you need to know what channel the program you want to record is on, and manually set the time for it as well. Even with the lack of a good EPG I would highly recommend this item, It has some of the most stable tuner software I have ever used, and they regularly update and improve it all the time. Add in the NVIDIA decoders and this really sets its self apart.
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