[mythtvnz] Hello from Newbie

[Alex Marshall]

Hi,

I am new to this but am intending to build a HTPC to run MythTV on Ubuntu 12.04LTS.
I am currently in my research phase but have quite a few questions I would like to ask.
Not sure of the correct etiquette but what I will do is outline what i am trying to achieve and then ask a couple of questions.

I am currently using Sky HD for my TV and do not have a computer at home as I just use my work laptop.
I want to get rid of sky and use a PC primarily to record and shift TV (must do HD). I am going to buy another PC to use for web-surfing, bit of Android development, project work, music, etc.

I have a DVD Home theatre player and PS3 to play Blu-ray so really only interested in playing TV through HDMI to my
Panasonic Vierra TV (supports full 1080p).  I have two aerials in my house
 an old UHF (never got a good picture on this) and currently use the satellite dish from Sky.


So


1. Which aerial should I use for HD recording DVB-T or DVB-S.
2. I am thinking of running front-end and back end on one computer in my living room dedicated to TV. Is this a good option and can I keep this quiet enough.

3. Can I post a hardware spec for advice on whether this set-up will cope with both front-end and back-end for my requirements,

Thanks,

 
Alex Marshall
Mob: 027 444 0759
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