Elgato EyeTV Hybrid Update

The Elgato EyeTV Hybrid is a USB TV tuner stick that allows users to watch and record over-the-air HD channels on their Mac or Windows PC. In this article, we'll take a closer look at the setup process and features of the EyeTV Hybrid.

One of the first things you'll need to do is connect an antenna or cable connection to the TV tuner stick, which then plugs into your computer's USB slot. The software can be installed from the included CD or downloaded directly from Elgato's website. A registration code is included in the box for easy installation.

Setup on a Mac was relatively simple and straightforward. However, setting up the EyeTV Hybrid on a Windows PC was a different story. While it did eventually recognize the TV tuner and find over-the-air stations, it required additional drivers to be downloaded from Elgato's website before it would function properly.

One important note is that the software included in the box, called EyeTV 3, is only compatible with Macs. Windows users will need to download additional software from Elgato's website in order to use the EyeTV Hybrid. Additionally, while the device can record and play back content, it may not be suitable for those looking for high-definition quality video.

We also tested the EyeTV Hybrid on an iPad using Elgato's recordings, but found that they were windowboxed (with black bars on all sides) much like what we've seen with other apps. Despite this, the EyeTV Hybrid is a useful tool for watching and recording over-the-air HD channels on your Mac or PC.

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