[quote=babgvant]
1) Do you need the analog capture provided by the HVR-2250? If not, the AverMedia Duet is a much better deal for the same feature set.
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The analog is not really required and yes AverMedia is less, but the HVR does provide me with a nice remote and IR receiver. Of course it might be a good excuse to buy the IR receiver separate and put the savings toward a nice Logitech Harmony.