[linux-dvb] Re: New NOVA-T model 928 with Conexant Chipset?

[Johannes Stezenbach <js@convergence.de>]

Hi,

Steve Toth wrote:
> 
> I'm a software engineer working for Hauppuage. I've developed a linux-dvb
> opensource driver for this board, I've been tested it with VDR and mplayer,
> it's very stable. We are currrently negotiating with Conexant to release it.
> Right now, for legal reasons, we cannot discuss any of the technical detail.
> As soon as we get clearence, we intend to release the source. (And some
> distro specific binaries - for ease of use).
> 
> However, at this moment, Hauppuage cannot officially support Linux or this
> driver - I'm sure you understand. So, with the blessing of management, I
> plan to maintain and support the driver myself, via this group.

Well, that's some news.

I'm curious: Did Happpauge pay you for writing the driver,
or is it your private effort?


Regards,
Johannes