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M6600 and TV input device..?

Discussion in 'Dell Latitude, Vostro, and Precision' started by cgidude, Jun 10, 2015.

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  1. cgidude

    cgidude Notebook Enthusiast

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    I've had an M6600 for 3 yrs which has been great. I'd like to be able to input a TV signal and watch it on the laptop screen, a resizeable or minimizable window would be cool. The output from my Sky receiver is SD component video.

    What is the best way to do this on the M6600 and/or is there an external device that can do this...? Thanks in advance for any info :)
     
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    Aaron44126 Notebook Prophet

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    I've been using one of these to capture video from VHS tapes.
    http://www.amazon.com/Diamond-Camcorders-supporting-composite-connection/dp/B000VM60I8
    It came with a tool called "EZ Grabber" which allows me to watch the input in a window or full screen (and record it if I so choose). It's been working really well.

    This particular one just takes composite video or S-Video for input. I imagine if you look around, you should be able to find a similar USB device that accepts component video. Look at reviews online to get other people's experience before you purchase.

    [Edit]
    A quick search turned up this one which might be a place to start:
    http://www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-USB2HDCAP-Digital-Capture-Component/dp/B00DVS8TL0
     
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    cgidude Notebook Enthusiast

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    wow that looks like just what i need, thanks :)
     
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