Things You'll Need:
- computer
- internet
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Step 1
Before you can do anything you will need to purchase you a TV tuner card. You will notice that there are many on the market. Take your time and shop around because as more are introduced the cheaper the prices are becoming.
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Step 2
Next you will need to install the TV tuner card inside your computer like a video card or you can choose or you can choose the easier route and use hardware that can connect to your computerís USB port. The TV tuner allows you to watch and record TV on your computer by receiving the signal from your satellite or cable TV source
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Step 3
Check the space on your computer. You need to make sure that your computer has enough space to hold all of the media you plan to store. The point of using a DVR is to save and store shows. If you have a limited amount of space you will need to look into buying an external hard drive for your computer so you will not have to continually delete the shows or other items off of your computer.
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Step 4
Check and make sure that the TV Tuner is installed correctly. If you have chosen to use an external hard drive check and make sure it is ready to go as well, and finally you should consider upgrading to the Windows Media Edition. This will cost a little more but it will be worth the investment. The Windows Media Edition comes with several video upgrades that will improve the quality of your DVR movies.
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Step 5
After you have done all the above steps it is time for you to make yourself comfortable in front of your PC or laptop.
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Step 6
Finally, it is time to for you to begin watching DVR channels online. If you have used TiVo then this is going to be just as easy. You will find that you are able to scroll through the channels on your computer just like you would on your television. On your computer screen you will be able to see the task bar that will allow you to begin recording all of your favorite shows.
I hope the step by step guide showed you how to watch DVR channels online.
