RAM | 1 GB |
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National Stock Number | 7025-01-541-0437 |
Hauppauge 1191 WinTV-HVR-955Q USB TV Tuner For Notebook
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Connector Type | USB |
Brand | Hauppauge |
Connectivity Technology | USB |
Color | Black |
Antenna | Television |
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- Includes the WinTV v10 application to watch TV in window or full screen, pause TV or schedule TV recordings.
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Tech Support | 4.0 | 3.5 | 3.6 | 3.2 | 3.6 | 4.0 |
Picture quality | 4.6 | 4.4 | — | 4.2 | 4.5 | 4.5 |
Easy to use | 3.5 | 4.0 | 3.7 | 4.3 | — | — |
Easy to install | 3.1 | 4.0 | — | 4.3 | — | — |
Sold By | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Nooelec | Amazon.com | Silicondust Shop | Silicondust Shop |
connector type | USB | in,usb 2.0 | Mini USB | PCIe half height with full height bracket | RJ45 | RJ45 |
antenna description | Television | Television | Radio | Television | — | — |
connectivity tech | USB | USB | USB | — | Ethernet | Ethernet |
tuner technology | — | ATSC, QAM | ads-b,satellite | — | ATSC 3.0 | ATSC |
platform | windows | windows 11 | windows | windows | android | windows |
video output format | mpeg 4 | mpeg 4 | mpeg 4 | MPEG-4 | mpeg 4 | mpeg 4 |
remote included | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | — | ✗ |
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Key Features
- Watch high definition ATSC digital TV or analog cable TV on your PC or laptop screen.
- No need to open your PC: just plug it into your USB 2.0 port on your laptop or desktop PC.
- Includes Hauppauge's WinTV v8 application to watch and record TV in a window or full screen.
- Plex compatible: plug the WinTV-HVR-995Q into your Plex Media Server on Windows, Linux or Android.
- Digital ATSC over-the-air TV tuner built-in. A portable digital TV antenna is included and can be used to receive digital TV up to 10 miles from an ATSC transmitter. Record ATSC digital TV programs to your PC's hard disk using high quality MPEG-2.
- Clear QAM digital TV tuner built-in. Watch, pause and record clear QAM cable TV channels.
- Record analog TV shows to your PC's hard disk using our SoftPVR TV recorder. Analog TV recordings will typically consume 1.5 Gigabytes of disk space per hour.
WinTV-HVR-955Q TV Receiver for ATSC/NTSC and QAM
USB TV Tuner for Windows
Watch and record live over-the-air HDTV, analog TV or clear QAM cable TV on your PC or laptop. It's easy to install on your laptop or desktop PC; small and portable, too! Win TV-HVR-955Q includes the WinTV v8 application to watch TV in window, pause TV or record TV. Plus, a remote control and portable TV antenna are included. It also works with Plex (Windows, Linux and Android) and Windows Media Center in Windows 8, 8.1 and Windows 7.
WinTV-HVR-955Q supports these TV standards: NTSC analog TV, ATSC Digital Over the Air HDTV and Clear QAM Digital Cable TV. Plus the WinTV-HVR-955Q has an AV input with composite, S-Video and audio.
Note: If you live in an area where you can't currently receive ATSC digital TV, the WinTV-HVR-955Q can still be used to watch and record clear QAM or analog TV from cable TV or a TV antenna. But you're prepared for the future! When ATSC digital TV comes to your area, WinTV-HVR-955Q will also receive the new digital TV channels.
Clear QAM digital TV channels are digital cable channels which can be watched on a TV set without requiring a cable TV set top box. Many cable operators transmit the local high definition ATSC channels using clear QAM. Some cable operators transmit additional non-premium TV programs using clear QAM. Clear QAM cable TV channels range from standard definition to the highest 1080i definition.
WinTV-HVR-955Q Overview
WinTV-HVR-955Q brings over-the-air high definition ATSC digital TV and clear QAM digital cable TV plus analog cable TV to your PC or laptop! Watch and record TV, in a window or full screen. Use the provided WinTV application to record your favorite analog or digital TV shows using high quality MPEG-2. Play your TV recordings back to your PC screen any time. Schedule the recording of your favorite TV programs on a daily, weekly or once only.
ATSC High Definition Digital TV brings you sharper TV with great sound. Watch high definition free over-the-air digital TV at up to 1080i on your PC screen. WinTV-HVR-955Q 's ATSC digital TV tuner also has automatic identification of channel names plus will record high-definition digital TV programs to your PC's hard disk in an MPEG-2 format without losing quality.
ATSC digital TV typically requires an antenna for reception, and is currently broadcast in 200 cities, with over 1500 TV stations in the United States and Canada.
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Easy to InstallJust plug it into your PC or laptops' USB 2.0 port and connect a TV antenna (analog cable TV is also supported). In a few minutes you'll be watching analog or high definition ATSC digital TV on your PC or laptop screen. WinTV-HVR-955Q includes a portable digital antenna, so you can receive digital TV while you travel! Notes: - Clear QAM digital cable TV channels are not available on all cable networks. For more information, contact your cable TV provider. - To watch clear QAM channels, you should use either the Hauppauge WinTV v8 application or Windows Media Center from Windows 7 or 8. - The WinTV-HVR-955Q includes a portable ATSC digital terrestrial antenna, which can be used within 10 miles of an ATSC transmitter. When used in the home or office, we recommend a roof top antenna for the best ATSC reception. - To check the ATSC digital transmissions in your area, input your zip code at website antennaweb.org - The Windows Media Center application is included with Windows 8, 7, Windows XP Media Center, Windows Vista Ultimate and Windows Vista Home Premium editions only. The Hauppauge remote control is not MCE certified and does not replace Media Center remote control. - The WinTV-HVR-955Q is AQ certified for use with Windows 7 Media Center application. |
What's in the Box- WinTV-HVR-955Q USB 2.0 TV stick with cable TV or ATSC antenna connection. - Hauppauge credit card remote control. - Audio/video adapter cable. - USB extension cable. - Portable TV antenna. - Includes activation code for download of WinTV v8 application for Windows. - Quick Installation Guide. System Requirements Minimum processor recommended: 2.2 GHz Intel P4 or 1.8 GHz Centrino or equivalent (2.8 GHz Intel P4 or Core Duo or equivalent for analog TV recording with MPEG-2). Microsoft Windows 8, 8.1, Windows 7 or Windows Vista (32 and 64-bit) or Windows XP with Service Pack 2 (32-bit only). Also for Windows Media Center in Windows 7 or Windows 8. USB 2.0 or 3.0 port. Internet connection, for download and activation of the WinTV v8 application. |
Includes the WinTV v8 application for WindowsWatch TV in a window or full screen on your Windows laptop or desktop. The WinTV v8 application gives you features like: A simple mouse click moves WinTV from TV-in-a-window to full screen TV. Pause live TV, rewind and skip through the paused TV program. Record your TV programs to your PCs disk drive. Record manually, or setup a scheduled record time (weekly or once only). Never miss your favorite TV programs again! Closed captions and Parental control (North America) New layout with better controls for live TV pause and playback Integrated TV recording scheduler Multiple tuner support: Picture-in-picture, record multiple TV programs or multiple WinTV windows. |
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Technical Details
Brand | Hauppauge |
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Item model number | 955Q |
Hardware Platform | PC |
Operating System | Windows XP Media Center Edition, Windows 7 Home Premium |
Item Weight | 8.8 ounces |
Product Dimensions | 7 x 7.8 x 10 inches |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 7 x 7.8 x 10 inches |
Color | Black |
Computer Memory Type | Rambus Memory |
Manufacturer | Hauppauge |
Language | English |
ASIN | B001DEYVXO |
Country of Origin | China |
National Stock Number | 7025-01-541-0437 |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | July 29, 2008 |
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3.9 out of 5 stars |
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Best Sellers Rank | #111 in Internal TV Tuner & Video Capture Cards |
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Hauppauge 1191 WinTV-HVR-955Q USB TV Tuner For Notebook
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Customers like the performance and ease of installation of the TV tuner. For example, they mention it works well, is easy to install and configure, and has great functions. Some are satisfied with the picture quality. That said, opinions are mixed on the quality, reception, value, and recording quality.
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Customers like the performance of the TV tuner. They mention that it works pretty well up to a certain extent, the antenna works nicely, and it runs quite well the first time they fired it up. It has great functions and works wonderfully with Windows 7 and Windows Media Center. The DVR function is nice and runs on it just fine.
"...But the antenna works nicely... I was able to get 16 channels here in Austin, TX, while the FCC's site suggested I could only expect to receive..." Read more
"...Certain channels have great and impressive quality. I was expecting a fuzzy picture but certain channels really look high quality HD...." Read more
"...It actually ran quite well the first time I fired it up; however, I made the second unfortunate mistake of going to the Hauppauge update site and..." Read more
"...I have used the Windows Media to view the satellite TV, it does not work so well, it will not detect the RCA Connection Composite connection, I have..." Read more
Customers find the installation of the TV tuner to be very straightforward with the company's software. They mention that the device is easy to set up and run, and the channel download went smoothly. Some customers also mention that they had no problem loading it up and watching TV. The installation disc with the serial number makes it easy to record a show.
"...Generally everything is easy to install and works; recording TV shows is not a problem. Certain channels have great and impressive quality...." Read more
"...Installation: Very straightforward with this device; follow the instructions supplied; however, before using for the first time I recommend you do a..." Read more
"...The installation with Windows 7 Home Premium was simple. Drivers were downloaded and installed automagically, by Windows...." Read more
"...Portal Software ( [...] ) is free and very interesting, a bit of a hassle to set up but does allot of interesting things such as You can watch what..." Read more
Customers like the picture quality of the tuner. They mention that it has a good signal, and some channels look high quality HD. The TV picture with a decent signal is excellent, clear, and vivid. The reception is flawless, and the picture looks awesome on a 50" TV. The video and audio quality is excellent.
"...I was expecting a fuzzy picture but certain channels really look high quality HD...." Read more
"...I noticed when I popped in the new HVR-950Q was a dramatic improvement in picture quality on the lower analog channels and some improvement too in..." Read more
"...HD quality on the computer is great...." Read more
"...easy and the guide and 10-foot interface is very easy to use and looks great!..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the tuner. Some mention that it quickly found all the channels without a problem, has good picture, synced sound, and changes channels OK. However, others say that the up/down arrows on screen are slow and the encoding is slow. The signal delay is long and the card's slow tuning capability is a hindrance.
"...see the desktop of my computer using the 955Q. However, the signal delay is so long that it won't be feasible using it as a display converter...." Read more
"...Media Portal Software ( [...] ) is free and very interesting, a bit of a hassle to set up but does allot of interesting things such as You can..." Read more
"...site and downloading the "current version" of this rather primitive time-waste-ware. Lo-and-behold, you guessed it!..." Read more
"...The amount of channels is more than I expected. The remote can toggle from windowed to full screen, I found, by pressing the TV button...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the reception of the TV tuner. Some mention that they are enjoying the TV reception and have yet to record anything, while others say that they could not get any channels initially, and that the capturing is fragmented.
"...the Out to the USB Coaxial Input, Win 7 Media Player did not detect the necessary Channel, and I had to manually add Channel 3 or 4...." Read more
"...With this, HD channels are spectacular and SD channels are good...." Read more
"...The not so good news is the remote can change certain channels slowly and in certain circumstances not work, but this is not a frequent occurrence...." Read more
"...is a good set of help screens that are not verbose, and do a good job explaining everything. The recorder works well...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the TV tuner. Some mention that it's relatively cheap, small, easy to set up, and gets the job done. They say the hardware is very good, while others say that the software is very poor with lots of hang ups, crashes, and bugs. Some customers also say that video quality is still a bit lacking and the channels are jerky at times.
"...ALL are made by Riitek. They're GREAT devices, frankly, and are of high-quality..." Read more
"...Media Portal Software ( [...] ) is free and very interesting, a bit of a hassle to set up but does allot of interesting things such as You can..." Read more
"...In the beginning, a few functions stopped working, or became inconsistent. Reboot, or stop and restart of the IR software sometimes fixed it...." Read more
"...The Hauppage 950Q seemed a good & relatively inexpensive solution.My Equipment . . . . Desktop = 64-bit quad 4 CPU, 4 MB RAM, 600 GB HD...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the recording quality of the tuner. Some mention that it's easy to install and works; recording TV shows is not a problem. The record video is good, and it reliably allows one to record TV programs to the hard drive of one's computer. However, others say that digital channels stutter and jerk during watching and recording, rendering them unwatchable. The playback may be a little choppy, and the product won't record a program that doesn't have a good signal.
"...Generally everything is easy to install and works; recording TV shows is not a problem. Certain channels have great and impressive quality...." Read more
"...I'm thrilled to have recording capability again, and the ability to record a show or game, then watch later, skipping over the commercials." Read more
"...I bought this mainly to time-shift NFL games, and the record quality is a little disappointing..." Read more
"...And unlike portable TVs, this product can record TV shows for later playback.The channels come in crisp and clear with this TV tuner...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the software that comes with the tuner. They mention that it is very poor, not useful, and buggy. Some customers also say that the software does not always come with the device and that the CD software is old.
"...Poor Official Software Provided by Manufacturer: WinTv crashes when I change channels too fast, and this bothers me a lot...." Read more
"...However, the included WinTV software is typical Hauppage crap that just barely does what you need it to...." Read more
"...It gives an excellent picture, has a built-in program guide, and uses about 60% of the CPU capacity...." Read more
"...My only complaint is that the WIN-TV software is not very intuitive...." Read more
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72001 LF Rev B4F0 4311.
(It also lists a unique MAC address, which you may need if dealing with your local cable company)
The box this shipped in is a smaller box than shown in the images, above, and instead of the white styrofoam insert, there's a brown corrugated cardboard insert.
The stick is present, as is the little AV patch cable, and the antenna, as well as a remote. I say "A remote" because the remote provided is NOT the remote shown in the images above. My remote is not the type with a membrane switch face, and would not slip into the card slot of a laptop (and since those slots are not even included anymore, that makes sense). The new remote has the same raised rubber buttons most remotes have, albeit in a small and portable form factor. It seems as though there are a couple of buttons on the other remote which aren't present on this one, but since I can't see a close-up of the other remote, I can't be certain.
The remote I was provided with seems to work fine, but there's a significant "lag" between using it and having the WinTV 7 software respond. (By the way, this package came with the latest version of WinTV7, v2.4d, on CD, which leads me to conclude that this is a newer release, not an older one, though there's no way to be certain).
The antenna seems to work better than I'd have expected, and should be more than servicable for my "travel use" needs. I need to get a slim coax cable to travel with to patch into cable TV as well, and that's not provided here... only the antenna is provided. But the antenna works nicely... I was able to get 16 channels here in Austin, TX, while the FCC's site suggested I could only expect to receive about ten.
It's worth noting that I get more channels using the provided WinTV application than I do when using Windows Media Center. I fail to see why the provided application would receive more, but it does. I get about ten channels using WMC, with the rest being "below threshold."
The antenna provided is acceptable, but a better antenna will undoubtedly improve overall reception. I plan to obtain a "leaf plus" antenna (which should be easy to carry when traveling) which will, if reports hold true, double the number of receivable stations for me. We'll see. Of course, a real, outdoors directional antenna would be a huge benefit, but that's impractical for a device whose main reason for existence is to be PORTABLE, after all.
As several others have mentioned, the device becomes warm. Not "HOT" (ie, you can still touch it) but it clearly draws a lot of power. Your best bet, long-term, is to use it with an external, powered USB hub. However, it works just fine off my little netbook's internal power. The install guide recommends not using it with a hub, but that seems clearly to be more about power than about "lag," and going through an externally-powered hub should cause no problems. (I plan to obtain a new 8-port powered hub later tonight, and I'll revise this review if this changes.)
The remote isn't "ideal" but is acceptable. However, I strongly recommend trying a little device made by a Chinese company called "Riitek." You'll find several variations of that being sold on Amazon right now, and often using different names (usually the exporter selling it into the USA, not the original manufacturer, though).
I have this little device in both BT and 2.4Ghz radio versions. Unless you find the idea of using a "dongle" undesirable, I actually prefer the 2.4Ghz version overall, though they're effectively identical in most ways. Here's the one I bought... though the name it's listed under on Amazon has changed since I bought it.
http://www.amazon.com/FAVI-Entertainment-Wireless-Keyboard-TouchPad/dp/B003UE52ME/ref=cm_cr_pr_pb_t
And here's the Blutooth version... which is nicer, overall, but nearly identical... and which has the minor drawback of occasionally dropping connection in "blutooth-heavy" environments (like, say, airports).
http://www.amazon.com/Wireless-Bluetooth-Keyboard-Cellphones-touchpad/dp/B0042VF30U/ref=sr_1_3?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1326141350&sr=1-3
You'll find these sold by a number of folks on Amazon. ALL are made by Riitek. They're GREAT devices, frankly, and are of high-quality (unlike so many Chinese-made-and-designed objects I've dealt with over the years). I'm very happy with them, and strongly recommend them. Using this as a "remote mini-keyboard and mouse" easily replaces your little Hauppauge remote, especially when working with Windows Media Center.
I am using a laptop with Win 7 32 bit enterprise edition ( I was thinking of installing 64 bit WIN 7 one day ), 4 GIG Ram, Intel HD Graphics video, for the Screen I am using an externally attached Samsung SyncMater 2243 , 8000:1 Dynamic Contrast.
This Laptop is only used for television and this USB TV Tuner.
So far this USB TV tuner is working well.
The USB stick tends to get Hot after long term use.
Wintv Software is not the best but useable.
I have used this software to record old VCR Tapes to PC to convert to DVD.
The Hauppauge WinTV-HVR-950Q TV Tuner comes with RCA connections which I also use with my satellite receiver.
I have been using the WINtv software with the satellite as well.
I have used the Windows Media to view the satellite TV, it does not work so well, it will not detect the RCA Connection Composite connection, I have read you need a special Win Media Remote for this option, which I do not feel I need to purchase. I am using this with a satellite; I change the channels with the satellite remote. Win Media will not detect the RCA Composite input; The Satellite Receiver has no Coaxial Output, only RCA, HDMI.
I used an RF Modulator for the Out to the USB Coaxial Input, Win 7 Media Player did not detect the necessary Channel, and I had to manually add Channel 3 or 4.
The Wintv software seems to be a better solution to this, it has not crashed yet, and the clarity is good.
Using the USb Hauppauge WinTV-HVR-950Q TV Tuner as over the air reception, Win 7 Media works best for this.
The Supplied remote works well. It takes some time for Win 7 Media to configure and find channels, once set up, works best. You can record Television as well.
I use the Wintv software for the satellite, if my electricity goes out, I open the Win 7 media player, switch to over the air reception.
I did try the QAM in Florida using Comcast, it detected a number of channels, but was unable to use as the channels were locked.
I had no problems installing the drivers or the software needed on my Win 7 PC.
For those whom might have a problem, uninstall the device from the system device manger, uninstall all software, then restart PC, then reinstall only the drivers, then the software. (I installed on a different PC, this is what I had to do to correctly install)
This can not replace a Real TV, there seems to be a Delay, I have not tried using this with a video game, when I select TV Guide on the Satellite, there is a 3 to 5 second delay. Using with Media Player there is an even greater delay, and sometimes the audio becomes out of sync. Restarting the PC usually fixes this. I am uncertain if this is the PC, Software or the Satellite.
In the end, it is a fairly cool thing to have and use, especially if you're traveling, or your electricity goes out often.
Update:::::::: 2/11/2012
I have Changed my operating system in the dedicated laptop I am using to WIN 7 Ultimate 64 Bit, 4GB Ram, Intel HD Graphics video, for the Screen I am using an externally attached Samsung SyncMater 2243.
I have connected the Wii via RCA / Composite Cable, open wintv7 go to Advanced Options then I selected - Game Mode for analog ( Slip Disabled )
there is no lag I can play video games . The only down side is, the Slip is disabled which means while watching Live tv I can not rewind or pause.
The USB Tuner itself gets very warm, the composite plug in seems loose I have to move it a little for the sound to work correctly.
The wintv7 software if you select the update option will take you to the Wintv7 web page to Update the software after you pay for the update. I have not and will not be doing that.
I have been using the wintv7 software for watching Satellite TV and playing the Wii, to change the Channel in the WInTv takes forever sometimes. If I watch over the air TV ( Rare that I do ) I use either Windows Media Center or Media Portal .
Media Portal Software ( [...] ) is free and very interesting, a bit of a hassle to set up but does allot of interesting things such as You can watch what your TV Tuner card is tuned to on a different PC, if the main PC with tuner card has more than one tuner card a remote PC can change the channels, as if the tuner card was installed, and this is Free. The problem is it is a bit of a pain to set up. I am considering purchasing an additional TV Tuner Card for this purpose.
One last observation.
using the WintTV7 software. There is a folder named Pause Buffer, this folder holds the files livetv files, and this fills up fast, It seems if you restart the Wintv7 program it deletes these files, I have reach the Maximum space on my PC in this folder, I had to physically go in and delete these files. My hard drive is 148GB and this PC is used solely for this TV card. If you open the pause buffer folder, you can see these files being added as you watch TV.
Update, attempted to use this with Linux and MythTV, really a hassle to get the drivers installed and this device to reconize. spend an extra few dollars and get the networked SiliconDust HDHomeRun DUAL High Definition Digital TV Tuner. Thou I havent gotten this to work with windows Media Center yet..