DC United Series Starts On Comcast SportsNet Sunday

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  1. Th4119

    Th4119 Member

    Jul 26, 2001
    Annandale, VA

    Bump this question in case someone who might know the answer didn't see it earlier.
     
  2. T Nitty

    T Nitty New Member

    Jun 3, 2004
    MD
    Quote:
    Originally Posted by Thamlin19
    [Technical question]

    If I have the standard Tivo system for DirecTV, is there any decent way to connect with some type of cable to a laptop computer and then burn these games onto DVD so I can keep them at my house more conveniently?

    How difficult would something like this be in terms of:

    1. Equipment needed. Obviously I have the Tivo and laptop already. The laptop has a DVD burner so that's not a problem either.

    2. Feasability. If it's even possible, does transferring something from Tivo's drive to a laptop take much time? How long should I expect for DVD burning of these games?

    3. Software. Any recommendations for quality DVD burning software out there? Are there any good, free/cheap programs you can use?
    I don't have Tivo, I just go straight to my PC (PVR tuner card). But I would highly recommend doing some Google searches. "Tivo DVD" should yeild some good results. There should be some good discussion boards for this type of thing. Also, see if Tivo's website has a forum. There should also be some good freeware burning software available. Sorry I'm not providing any answers.
     
  3. jlm120170

    jlm120170 New Member

    Dec 14, 2003
    maryland

    I do know a product that works very well i just purcheased it from Best Buy
    its called the Sony DVD Direct it cost i think 239$ its pretty sweet..
    It has
    Easy direct connection of a camcorder/vcr no computer required
    Video/Analog inputs works with any camcorder vcr/pvr/dvr
    connect to a computer by usb2.0 for dvd burning and more
    model number vrd-vc20 can someone post a picture.
     
  4. MattMathai

    MattMathai BigSoccer Supporter

    Jun 28, 2004
    Annapolis
    The approach I took was to buy a DVD recorder (stand-alone component) that is connected to the rest of my home theater equipment. I run everything through my preprocessor, so it's trivial to send the output of my DirecTivo box to the recorder. This recorder has a hard disk to hold recordings, and it lets me edit the material and add chapter titles before burning DVDs.

    I don't use the DVD burner in my PC at all.
     
  5. thedeuce_2

    thedeuce_2 New Member

    May 22, 2002
    Virginia
    D^MNIT!!! COMCAST Isn't airing the series in my area!!!! :(.. could someone PLEASE record this and make copies for me. I'll pay for the tapes/DVDs and the shipping to get them to me!!! MAN! I can't believe this!!!
     
  6. JoeSoccerFan

    JoeSoccerFan Member+

    Aug 11, 2000
    cheapbastard - Shalrie Joseph
     
  7. JoeSoccerFan

    JoeSoccerFan Member+

    Aug 11, 2000
    cheapbastard - Clint Dempsey
     
  8. spidergoose

    spidergoose Member

    Nov 2, 2004
    Annapolis
    Club:
    DC United
    This is hands down, the best show on television. :)
     
  9. spidergoose

    spidergoose Member

    Nov 2, 2004
    Annapolis
    Club:
    DC United
    Good lord the crowd was seriously loud for this game. :cool:
     
  10. T Nitty

    T Nitty New Member

    Jun 3, 2004
    MD
    well, I don't see any commercials yet, but I'm not watching closely. They're skipping, so hopefully we'll see some of OT and the entire shootout.

    How did the show start? Did they just go straight into the game?

    The quality of video is so-so. What will the '96 matches look like?

    Anyone have any suggestions on editing my recording (on the pc) for the best quality? My tv-to-dvd recordings have been great quality, but I'm wondering what I can do to actually improve from Comcast's feed. Probably a dumb question, though. If these turn out nice, I'll have my box set of the 10 greatest United games. Oh yeah.
     
  11. T Nitty

    T Nitty New Member

    Jun 3, 2004
    MD
    Damn, that Ralston PK could have been a heartbreaker. One of the most unlucky bounces ever for a keeper.

    Has Dempsey worn those golden boots since this match. I'm thinking No. Ha!:D
     
  12. JoeSoccerFan

    JoeSoccerFan Member+

    Aug 11, 2000
    1st commercial. Dave gave a little pre-game buildup. If you're going to copy, I would use the original - so it doesn't skip.

    Prettiest goals (best to worst)

    1. Esky



    100. Twellman
    101. Moreno





    500. Ralston PK
     
  13. rwhgeek

    rwhgeek Member

    Aug 5, 2002
    Richmond, VA
    Club:
    DC United
    Nat'l Team:
    United States
    Comcast did a little intro summing up the season. There were no video highlights or anything fun. So while they did not go straight to the game there was certainly no fluff.
     
  14. Zman Gunner

    Zman Gunner BigSoccer Supporter

    Feb 7, 2003
    Middletown, DE
    Club:
    Philadelphia Union
    Nat'l Team:
    United States
    And where does Gomez's sweet header goal rank?
     
  15. JoeSoccerFan

    JoeSoccerFan Member+

    Aug 11, 2000
    5. Gomez sweet header goal
     
  16. Zman Gunner

    Zman Gunner BigSoccer Supporter

    Feb 7, 2003
    Middletown, DE
    Club:
    Philadelphia Union
    Nat'l Team:
    United States
    After they cut to the Revs bench after Noonan's goal, fatboy David Vanole (Revs Goalie Coach) nearly took up the whole screen. He gives new meaning to the famous Brit chant "Who Ate All the Pies". He makes Tony Meola look bulimic.
     
  17. JoeSoccerFan

    JoeSoccerFan Member+

    Aug 11, 2000
    Buffet Dave Vanole was barred from the Golden Corral.

    Hard to believe that he used to be a National team keeper!
     
  18. Lanky134

    Lanky134 New Member

    Oct 25, 1999
    134, 3, 6
    Fifteen months later and this game still gives me a ********ing coronary...
     
  19. JoeSoccerFan

    JoeSoccerFan Member+

    Aug 11, 2000
    Just SCORE!!!!
     
  20. Zman Gunner

    Zman Gunner BigSoccer Supporter

    Feb 7, 2003
    Middletown, DE
    Club:
    Philadelphia Union
    Nat'l Team:
    United States
    That is what the young boys (Quaranta, Adu, Esky, Carroll) will do in the upcoming PK shoot-out.
     
  21. JoeSoccerFan

    JoeSoccerFan Member+

    Aug 11, 2000
    Dang, how did you know? ;)


    My wife asked me after the game, "why didn't you go to the game?" :rolleyes:
     
  22. roadkit

    roadkit Greetings from the Fringe of Obscurity

    Jul 2, 2003
    Fornax Cluster
    Nat'l Team:
    United States
    No kidding. My wife asked me why I didn't sit down and watch the game - I stood in our living room for about the last 45 minutes!! :D
     
  23. Jose L. Couso

    Jose L. Couso New Member

    Jul 31, 2000
    Arlington, VA
    AWESOME!

    Confetti was thrown in our house by both of my daughters!

    I will catch every Sunday brunch game!
     
  24. AMERICANS SC

    AMERICANS SC New Member

    Feb 1, 2005
    I loved it!

    The blackout crowd was great!

    I can't wait for the season to start!
     
  25. xboxmaddplaya

    xboxmaddplaya New Member

    Mar 9, 2005
    Woodbridge, VA
    I liked the sign in front of la norte that read "Jesus loves Nicky Saves", its funny to see how times have changed.

    The field looked great as well, the grass was all one color, and no pitchers mound.
     

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