Hey Jacob, I believe there is a USB solution.
On a company known as streetwise.
The product is rather pricey, but look into it.
This might be what you are wanting for your Mac or any other device.
http://www.streetwise.com.au/product_info.php?cPath=43_169&products_id=1699&osCsid=7ea1580fd8a7d559ed46b7a56edcd478
I hope this helps.
Fonzie
Oct 5, 2008, at 6:46 AM, Jacob Schmude wrote:
Hi
I thought I explained why I'd rather have a USB sound card,
actually. I would rather make the centerpiece of the theater system
something accessible, and have less parts to deal with--something
like an iMac. This might be kind of a dumb question... but what
digital output? I don't actually see anything on my Macbook that
resembles an optical out. Is it hidden somewhere, or do you mean
something else by "digital out?" Mine is the white 2.4ghz Macbook.
On Oct 5, 2008, at 03:46, Søren Jensen wrote:
Hi Jacob.
I also have a 6.1 surround receiver. I just use my digital output
on my Macbook. why do you need a uSB sound card?
Regarding tv-tuners, I have a Pinnacle E50 USB t-tuner. I have just
upgraded to the full version of EyeTv, and I really love the
program. It's not all the features which are accessible, but I can
record, convert the videos to other filetypes and use the normal
navigation features in the program like switching between the
channels, adjust the volume and things like that.
Best regards
Søren Jensen
Mail & MSN:
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Website:
http://www.coolfortheblind.dk/
On 04/10/2008, at 13.59, Jacob Schmude wrote:
Hi everyone
I'm wondering what the best USB sound card is to be used on OS X
with full capabilities. In short, this is what I'd need:
at least 5.1 surround output (true surround, not pro logic),
optical in and out with the ability to decode DTS into true
surround, at least two RCA inputs, digital coax input (though that
is optional), microphone input (optional)
I see quite a few Creative cards that would fit this description
but they do not have OS X drivers (and no, I won't use Windows for
this). I'm planning a home theater setup, I do have a 6.1 receiver
but was considering just eventually getting an iMac and revolving
the home theater around that instead due to its accessibility and
the fact that it could be used for more than just the home
theater. Besides, using Front Row as an entertainment hub is just
too cool of an idea to pass up. Some of the M-audio cards look
good, though I don't know how accessible their driver software is
and user experiences seem to be mixed with some saying they work
great and others reporting lag problems. I've used m-audio in the
past and tend to believe they would be good choices.
On a related note, what are your experiences with different USB TV
tuners, in regards to the accessibility of their software? Which
ones should I consider and which ones should I avoid?
Any opinions on this are greatly appreciated.
