We want to get Freeview and our only option is satellite (DVB-S), we also want to be able to record programs. A nice to have but not a must have is to be able to browse the internet, view photos and listen to music on an external hard disk that we have. We were thinking that building a HTPC would cater for all our requirements. My partner wants to ensure that the picture quality is not compromised. If we build a HTPC using the Hauppauge HVR-3000 card to view TV (this will be on the main TV in the house) will there be any compromise in the picture quality? If not, what is the best connection to use between the TV and PC to ensure the best picture quality? Are we better to go for a PVR to ensure a quality picture? We do have a laptop which we connect to the TV that caters for the nice to haves.