Computer TV tuners Terratec

TerraTec H5 is a compact and universal TV stick with three receivers for DVB-T, DVB-C, analogue TV and FM radio. Simply plug it into a free USB 2.0 port, and the handy stick transforms netbook, laptop and desktop computers into a full-function television with full HDTV support (including Dolby Digital)* and many additional features. Software for Windows and Mac computers allows operation on all household computers, extensive accessories with a remote control and DVB-T antenna are included in the shipping package. Additionally, digitalisation of VHS cassettes is easy via the analogue inputs.

Television everywhere – at work and at home
- Regardless of whether you want to follow the latest developments on the stock market or keep up to date with world news at work, want to watch a football match with friends or easily record all transmissions of your favourite series or current feature films at home - the TerraTec H5 makes it possible. So your computer easily becomes the second television. With multiple reception options: DVB-T digital broadcast television as well as digital cable television (DVB-C) and analogue TV and FM radio can all be received. Regardless of where you are at the moment and how your want to receive television on your computer - the TerraTec H5 always cuts a good figure!

Fit for HDTV and Dolby Digital
- The handy TV stick is now fit for reception of high definition television (HDTV) with finest quality Dolby Digital sound on your Windows PC. Nothing can now stop you from enjoying television in crisp and sharp quality whenever programmes are transmitted in the selected reception standard in your reception area. After all, all monitors currently sold are able to display HDTV in its full brilliance.

Digitalise VHS cassettes easily
- The TerraTec H5 also has inputs for analogue video and audio signals (S-Video, Composite, Stereo Audio) via which you can import analogue videos from camcorders and video recorders onto your computer. Back up your old VHS cassettes and get ready for the digital future!

Software for Mac and Windows PC
- Software developed in Germany for Windows PC (TerraTec Home Cinema) and Mac (Elgato EyeTV Lite) allow the TerraTec H5 to be used everywhere. Both are simple to use, but are also full of options for optimal configuration to your needs. Time-shifted television, manual and scheduled recording in lossless quality on hard disk, electronic programme guide (EPG) and teletext plus many other interesting functions deliver a fully new television experience. Whenever you wish you can, for instance, quickly and effortlessly switch between a Windows system in the office and a mobile MacBook.

Full compatibility for versatile use
- The TerraTec H5 runs on Windows XP (from Service Pack 2) and Windows Vista (from Service Pack 1) as well as on Mac from Version OSX 10.4. Additionally, there are drivers for the Windows Media Center Edition (MCE) and active support in the Linux community (no TerraTec support).

DVB-T: the coverage is constantly growing – free of course
- The digital terrestrial DVB-T age has already begun for millions of viewers. Analogue terrestrial TV has been replaced by the new Digital Video Broadcasting Terrestrial (DVB-T) standard in almost all population centres. The last gaps will be closed in the foreseeable future. Depending on the coverage area, around 24 channels from public, private and niche broadcasters will be available in digital quality. DVB-T will not result in additional costs for viewers in Germany, as it is being financed with regular TV license fees. In many cases, it can actually save viewers money by eliminating the need for a cable subscription. The transition has been ratified on a nationwide basis, and by 2010 the old analogue TV standard will have been replaced completely by the terrestrial TV of the future throughout Germany. But before this happens, TerraTec H5 is a good solution as it can also receive analogue TV.

DVB-C: digital quality from the cable network
- At the moment, cable television is still one of the most frequently used methods to distribute a television signal into households in Germany. Cable television is generally provided by network operators for a fee. Other than the TerraTec H5, no other equipment is necessary to receive the normally higher quality DVB-C, the handy TV stick replaces the normally used settop box and digital receiver. However, encoded programmes cannot yet be received, the system must firstly be equipped with a Common Interface (CI) as well as a Conditional Access Module (CAM) so that a paid-for smart card can be used.

The complete package
- Everything you need to start enjoying the world of television on your computer is included in the shipping package. Additionally, there are printed manuals (German and English) as well as further languages on a DVD. 36 months warranty and lifelong technical support round off the package.