With the launch of Microsoft Windows 7 which now includes the Windows Media Application anyone can record over the air broadcasts in high definition. No need to rent or purchase expensive PVR systems from your local cable provider.
How to build your on Personal Video Recorder
| Purchase 55 inch LCD TV | |
| Purchase laptop which will act as a PVR | |
| Purchase USB over the air high definition digital tuner | |
| Microsoft Windows 7 with media center | |
| Setup and configure high definition tuner
| when setting up region choose United States as a region even if your living in Canada Windows media will download the correct TV guide for the zip code entered if using over the air in Canada once media center has found local stations, go back in to configure TV and select “search for additional channels” |
| Control windows 7 media center from the comfort of your sofa. You’ll need a wireless keyboard and mouse. | |
