TV-signal too strong? (1 Viewer)

[sgatke]

TV-Server Version: (the one installed by MediaPortal 1.0.0)
MediaPortal Version: 1.0.0
MediaPortal Skin: default 4:3
Windows Version: Windows XP SP3
CPU Type: Intel Pentium 4 3.0ghz
HDD: 80GB SATA
Memory: 1024mb
Motherboard: MSI 915
Video Card: Intel
Sound Card: Realtek
1. TV Card: Hauppauge PVR500
Satelite/CableTV Provider: YouSee DK

Hello
I have just installed a brand new media pc, based on Windows XP SP3 and MediaPortal 1.0.0
It is just a stand-alone installation with nothing fancy.
I have a problem with a lot of TV channels not being sharp and with "noise" in the picture. When I scan the channels in MediaPortal TVserver Configuration, the signal strength and quality bars are totally filled up. I suspect that our antenna signal is actually too strong. Is there any way I can check that?
When I watch the corresponding channels on my normal tv sets, the picture is not super-perfect, but it is MUCH better than on the computer.

Any other ideas I should try?

Thanks in advance.

Simon

 

[pilehave]

Any other ideas I should try?

Thanks in advance.

Simon

Take a look at this tool:

Signal Strength/Quality Utility - Hauppauge UK Forum

 

[sgatke]

Thank you for your reply.
However, that tool appears to only work for DVB-connections.
My signal is analogue cable from YouSee - I have no digital set top box on any of my tv sets.

 

[pilehave]

Thank you for your reply.
However, that tool appears to only work for DVB-connections.
My signal is analogue cable from YouSee - I have no digital set top box on any of my tv sets.

:sorry: didn't realize that.

 

[sgatke]

No problem - any help is appreciated