Is it possible to install MythTV on a pre-made PVR that you could buy from a store?

It seems like all the required hardware is there (including a good capture and output). You'd probably have to install Linux and MythTV through the USB port considering there's no CD-ROM. But that shouldn't be a problem.

You could get a brand new Tivo box for $99, convert it to MythTV, and never have to pay a monthly fee.

Am I missing something? Is this oversimplified?

Could it possibly work!?!?

I haven't heard of it, although that is certainly a great idea. Here is a thread talking about installing plain debian on a TiVo. Seems somewhat involved.
http://www.dealdatabase.com/forum/archi ... 20662.html

Maybe it would be possible to use the AMICUS project if you had a base debian install?

http://sourceforge.net/projects/amicus

If you "lease" a TiVo from your local mega electronic store and take it back after you figure an answer. That could be a fun project. (Check store return policy before "leasing").

Here is another thread on the topic, noting not possible yet...

http://mysettopbox.tv/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=6032

problem is there are no drivers for much of the hardware, at least not that you can get your hands on unless you are a developer for tivo. It's been discussed here before and there was a link to a great article about all the hardware problems.

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