Watch OTA HDTV on a projector

Ren · #1 01-19-2010, 01:29 AM

I have a Optoma projector which I use to watch movies. Surely it doesn't have a TV tuner so I won't be able to watch any over the air broadcasting channels. What kind of device that I can use to watch TV on a projector? Superbowl XLIV is just around the corner...I searched the internet there doesn't seem to be a lot of choices.

Jblake · #2 01-26-2010, 05:54 PM

I don't think you have mch options here except to buy a tv tuner.

Pete · #3 02-04-2010, 02:23 PM

A few options that I can think of:

1. A standalone tv tuner. I think Samsung has a version that was pretty popular. But since almost all HDTV today have the tuner built in so this kind of product is rare, and in my opinion, too expensive.

2. A settop box from cable company or satellite service provide, aka DirectTV. you can probably get a used on from eBay but you have to make sure it's what you are looking for.

3. A DVR recorder. this one has a TV tuner built-in. So if you can find some use for the DVR this will be a perfect fit.
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