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Analog Capture Samples Database


Like most things in my life, a quick project turned into the most ambitious one of its kind found on the web. (If this estimate is in error, let me know so we can combine forces for evi^H^H^Hmutual benefit.)

Current recommendation: Compro VideoMate TV Ultra∞. This thing kicks ass. I haven't tried many other "modern" 9- or 10-bit capture cards, but so far nothing else comes close when it comes to extracting the most value from less-than-perfect signals. Call it the tuner, call it the 3rd-party comb filter, call it whatever you want -- until I have a chance to scientifically discriminate these factors, of course -- but on composite video* the Compro looks far better out of the box than the most highly-tweaked BT8x8. Don't settle for written superlatives, though. Have a look at the reviews:

Obviously, context is key. The larger aim of this page isn't to rave about Compro, but to provide raw data on the analog capture market as a whole. I don't anticipate doing a full review of every card I come across, but between the neverending loops on Channel 14 and my friends' tape archives, there's no reason I can't give an objective measurement on a couple standardized fronts...behold:



TODO:


*If you have a pristine y/c or component source:
(1) stopping plugging your DVD player in that way and rip the damn thing already
(2) not a DVD? ok, I hate you
(3) you don't really need the juicy Compro mojo. check the archive∞ to see what the old BT8x8 is really capable of

Back to VidCapFAQ or see essay topic∞resources

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Analog Capture Samples Database


Like most things in my life, a quick project turned into the most ambitious one of its kind found on the web. (If this estimate is in error, let me know so we can combine forces for evi^H^H^Hmutual benefit.)

Current recommendation: Compro VideoMate TV Ultra∞. This thing kicks ass. I haven't tried many other "modern" 9- or 10-bit capture cards, but so far nothing else comes close when it comes to extracting the most value from less-than-perfect signals. Call it the tuner, call it the 3rd-party comb filter, call it whatever you want -- until I have a chance to scientifically discriminate these factors, of course -- but on composite video* the Compro looks far better out of the box than the most highly-tweaked BT8x8. Don't settle for written superlatives, though. Have a look at the reviews:

Obviously, context is key. The larger aim of this page isn't to rave about Compro, but to provide raw data on the analog capture market as a whole. I don't anticipate doing a full review of every card I come across, but between the neverending loops on Channel 14 and my friends' tape archives, there's no reason I can't give an objective measurement on a couple standardized fronts...behold:



TODO:


*If you have a pristine y/c or component source:
(1) stopping plugging your DVD player in that way and rip the damn thing already
(2) not a DVD? ok, I hate you
(3) you don't really need the juicy Compro mojo. check the archive∞ to see what the old BT8x8 is really capable of

Back to VidCapFAQ


Edited on 2004-12-03 02:47:08 by RichardBerg

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- Pvr150Review
Obviously, context is key. The larger aim of this page isn't to rave about Compro, but to provide raw data on the analog capture market as a whole. I don't anticipate doing a full review of every card I come across, but between the neverending loops on Channel 14 and my friends' tape archives, there's no reason I can't give an objective measurement on a couple standardized fronts...behold:
(3) you don't really need the juicy Compro mojo. check the archive∞ to see what the old BT8x8 is really capable of

Deletions:
Current recommendation: Compro VideoMate TV Ultra∞. This thing kicks ass. I haven't tried many other "modern" 9- or 10-bit capture cards, but so far nothing else comes close when it comes to extracting the most value from less-than-perfect signals. Call it the tuner, call it the 3rd-party comb filter, call it whatever you want -- until I have a chance to scientifically discriminate these factors, of course -- but on composite video* the Compro looks far better out of the box than the most highly-tweaked BT8x8.
Don't settle for written superlatives. Have a look: ComproUltraReview
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- Use the Compro to capture, postprocess, and release something cool from start to finish.
- Post examples of playing with the NEC Y/C-tweaker.
(3) you don't really need the juicy Compro mojo. check the archive∞ to see what the old BT8x8 is really capable of


Edited on 2004-11-01 02:36:53 by RichardBerg

Additions:
Current recommendation: Compro VideoMate TV Ultra∞. This thing kicks ass. I haven't tried many other "modern" 9- or 10-bit capture cards, but so far nothing else comes close when it comes to extracting the most value from less-than-perfect signals. Call it the tuner, call it the 3rd-party comb filter, call it whatever you want -- until I have a chance to scientifically discriminate these factors, of course -- but on composite video* the Compro looks far better out of the box than the most highly-tweaked BT8x8.
Don't settle for written superlatives. Have a look: ComproUltraReview
(3) you don't really need the juicy Compro mojo. check the archive∞ to see what the old BT8x8 is really capable of

Deletions:
Current recommendation: Compro VideoMate TV Ultra. This thing kicks ass. I haven't tried many other "modern" 9- or 10-bit capture cards, but so far nothing else comes close when it comes to extracting the most value from less-than-perfect signals. Call it the tuner, call it the 3rd-party comb filter, call it whatever you want -- until I have a chance to scientifically discriminate these factors, of course -- but on composite video* the Compro looks far better out of the box than the most highly-tweaked BT8x8.
(3) you don't really need the juicy Compro mojo. check the archive∞ to see what the old BT8x8 is really capable of


Edited on 2004-11-01 01:51:20 by RichardBerg

Additions:
Like most things in my life, a quick project turned into the most ambitious one of its kind found on the web. (If this estimate is in error, let me know so we can combine forces for evi^H^H^Hmutual benefit.)
Current recommendation: Compro VideoMate TV Ultra. This thing kicks ass. I haven't tried many other "modern" 9- or 10-bit capture cards, but so far nothing else comes close when it comes to extracting the most value from less-than-perfect signals. Call it the tuner, call it the 3rd-party comb filter, call it whatever you want -- until I have a chance to scientifically discriminate these factors, of course -- but on composite video* the Compro looks far better out of the box than the most highly-tweaked BT8x8.
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TODO:
- Use the Compro to capture, postprocess, and release something cool from start to finish.
- Post examples of playing with the NEC Y/C-tweaker.
- Post examples from the Hauppauge comparable to current "News 14 Carolina" roundup with hopefully better levels via BT tweaker.
*If you have a pristine y/c or component source:
(1) stopping plugging your DVD player in that way and rip the damn thing already
(2) not a DVD? ok, I hate you
(3) you don't really need the juicy Compro mojo. check the archive∞ to see what the old BT8x8 is really capable of

Deletions:
Like most things in my life, a quick project turned into the most ambitious one of its kind found on the web. (If this estimate is in error, let me know so we can combine forces for evilmutual benefit.)


Edited on 2004-11-01 00:38:09 by RichardBerg

Additions:

Analog Capture Samples Database


Like most things in my life, a quick project turned into the most ambitious one of its kind found on the web. (If this estimate is in error, let me know so we can combine forces for evilmutual benefit.)





Deletions:

Analog Capture Samples Database


Like most things in my life, a quick project turned into the most ambitious one of its kind found on the web. (If this estimate is in error, let me know so we can combine forces for sinister plans mutual benefit.)



Edited on 2004-10-31 23:38:12 by RichardBerg

Additions:
Like most things in my life, a quick project turned into the most ambitious one of its kind found on the web. (If this estimate is in error, let me know so we can combine forces for sinister plans mutual benefit.)

Deletions:
Like most things in my life, a quick project turned into the most ambitious one of its kind found on the web. (If this estimate is in error, let me know so we can combine forces for --sinister plans-- mutual benefit.)


Edited on 2004-10-31 23:29:18 by RichardBerg

Additions:

Analog Capture Samples Database

Like most things in my life, a quick project turned into the most ambitious one of its kind found on the web. (If this estimate is in error, let me know so we can combine forces for --sinister plans-- mutual benefit.)

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