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<blockquote data-quote="BAMxi" data-source="post: 811361" data-attributes="member: 116765"><p>Hi all:</p><p></p><p>As you can tell, I'm brand new to the MediaPortal community, but I am very impressed with the community you guys have going on here. I've done some searching on here, and am quickly getting overwhelmed. It seems like one of the best things about MP (its customization and compatibility) is also a little confusing for a noob just trying to join the game. I was hoping to tell you what I'd like to do with MP, and maybe you guys can tell me if it's even possible, and make some recommendations as well.</p><p></p><p>So first of all, I'm by no means new to building computers, basic hackery (with minimal coding or good instructions), and have been a geek for as long as I can remember. I saw this article on engadget today: <a href="http://www.engadget.com/2011/10/07/zotacs-zbox-nano-vd01-packs-dual-core-via-cpu-in-a-tiny-tiny-b/" target="_blank">Zotac's ZBOX nano VD01 packs dual-core VIA CPU in a tiny, tiny box -- Engadget</a>. This got me thinking that maybe I'm paying too much for dish network, and that an HTPC could be a fun project to work on. Now I realize that this particular HTPC isn't even available yet (or at least I couldn't find it), so I'm wondering if anyone could make a suggestion on a good barebones kit or pre-assembeled HTPC. </p><p></p><p>On top of your recommendation for an affordable setup (I'm also willing to piece my own together), I'd like to get a TV tuner to receive and record OTA HDTV signals, and also use TED or something similar (torrent episode downloader) as well. </p><p></p><p>So, please help me get started! Recommendations on a good rig and TV tuner would be AMAZING. Also, if you spot any critical flaws in my plans above, please point them out to me before it's too late.</p><p></p><p>Thanks! <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite8" alt=":D" title="Big Grin :D" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":D" /></p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="BAMxi, post: 811361, member: 116765"] Hi all: As you can tell, I'm brand new to the MediaPortal community, but I am very impressed with the community you guys have going on here. I've done some searching on here, and am quickly getting overwhelmed. It seems like one of the best things about MP (its customization and compatibility) is also a little confusing for a noob just trying to join the game. I was hoping to tell you what I'd like to do with MP, and maybe you guys can tell me if it's even possible, and make some recommendations as well. So first of all, I'm by no means new to building computers, basic hackery (with minimal coding or good instructions), and have been a geek for as long as I can remember. I saw this article on engadget today: [url=http://www.engadget.com/2011/10/07/zotacs-zbox-nano-vd01-packs-dual-core-via-cpu-in-a-tiny-tiny-b/]Zotac's ZBOX nano VD01 packs dual-core VIA CPU in a tiny, tiny box -- Engadget[/url]. This got me thinking that maybe I'm paying too much for dish network, and that an HTPC could be a fun project to work on. Now I realize that this particular HTPC isn't even available yet (or at least I couldn't find it), so I'm wondering if anyone could make a suggestion on a good barebones kit or pre-assembeled HTPC. On top of your recommendation for an affordable setup (I'm also willing to piece my own together), I'd like to get a TV tuner to receive and record OTA HDTV signals, and also use TED or something similar (torrent episode downloader) as well. So, please help me get started! Recommendations on a good rig and TV tuner would be AMAZING. Also, if you spot any critical flaws in my plans above, please point them out to me before it's too late. Thanks! :D [/QUOTE]
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