That's not to say that things were perfect. The TVMax+ had a slight ripple in the picture displayed from some channels -- not something I hadn't seen before with other PC-based TV tuners, but still just a bit distracting at times. This is compared to the image coming directly from the TV's tuner, where there wasn't a ripple in sight. Color, on the other hand, was spot-on, and TitanTV's EPG worked flawlessly as well.
The TVMax+ comes with its own remote control. While you can use the Mac Mini's mouse to click on the various features available through the EyeTV's on-screen remote control icon, or the Mini's keyboard for channel number entry, Miglia's handheld remote goes a long way to eliminate the impression that you're using a computer at all.
The only true "ouch factor" the MaxTV presented is the price. At a range of $184 to $230, Miglia's TVMax+ is the most expensive of the three products in this roundup. In my opinion, the remote control and its styling would be the key factor in buying the TVMax+ rather than performance, where it closely parallels the other two tuners. If a consistent look is your primary goal, then this is the TV tuner for you.
Plextor ConvertX PVR PX-TV402U
There's no mistaking Plextor's ConvertX PVR for a mini Mini. If not for its size (1.28 by 7.24 by 6.10 inches) or its rounded sides, the silver coloring alone would make it stand out. It'll sit on top of a Mini, but while its power and USB connections are out back, its AV inputs are up front.
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