I've had several attempts with various satellite maps (then PCI) started, and those who have asked me never really satisfied. Since I'm also a Mac user, I had often heard of EyeTV. Meanwhile, I have a barebones PC are as HTPC in the living room, unfortunately only accommodate low-profile cards, and since I had the external USB hardware from Elgato just right of. So much trouble I had with the other cards so far, so fast this TV tuner was installed. The driver proceeded Installatioon conceivable quickly and easily, and the Windows 7 Media Center recognized the hardware right away. The longest time needed scan the transponder, as with any DVB-S HDD recorder also. After that I could loszappen directly. The beiliegnde software I have even configured but Windows Media Center in terms of time-shift operation and with MCE remote control to better comfort. The tuner is indeed certainly worth a bit high-priced but in my opinion worth every penny. One minor complaint is still noted by the whole adulation: A little dreamy LED that indicates that the device is in Betreib, would round out the positive overall impression.