Hauppauge WinTV-HVR-955Q Multi-Format TV Receiver for Windows

Hauppauge WinTV‑HVR‑955Q Multi-Format TV Receiver for Windows

The Hauppauge WinTV‑HVR‑955Q (Model 1191) is a hybrid USB TV tuner designed for Windows PCs, combining over‑the‑air digital (ATSC), clear QAM cable, and analog TV capabilities. It enables users to watch, pause, and record live TV in a compact, plug‑and‑play form factor.

This model supports ATSC HD, clear QAM, and NTSC analog signals, making it highly versatile for different broadcast sources. It provides composite and S‑Video inputs with stereo audio, accepts coax input via an F‑connector, and connects via USB 2.0 (compatible with USB 3.0). The included WinTV software enables scheduling and recording functionality in MPEG‑2 or transport stream formats.

Because it supports multiple signal types, the WinTV‑HVR‑955Q Model 1191 is ideal for users transitioning from analog to digital TV, capturing video from legacy devices (VCRs, camcorders), or receiving broadcast TV without a cable box. Its small size and broad compatibility make it suitable for desktops, laptops, or portable setups.

Key Features

Hybrid Tuner Support: ATSC digital, clear QAM cable, and NTSC analog

Analog Inputs: Composite video, S‑Video, stereo audio

USB Interface: USB 2.0 connection (compatible with USB 3.0)

Antenna Input: F‑connector for coax antenna signal

Recording & Scheduling: Via WinTV software (MPEG‑2/TS recording)

Windows Compatibility: Windows 7, 8, 10, 11 (32/64 bit)

Technical Specifications

Model: WinTV‑HVR‑955Q (1191)

Supported TV Standards: ATSC HD, clear QAM, NTSC analog

Analog Video Formats: NTSC / PAL, composite and S‑Video input with stereo audio

Antenna Input: F‑connector (coax)

USB Interface: USB 2.0 (Hi‑Speed), compatible with USB 3.0 ports

Recording Format: MPEG‑2 for analog; transport stream (TS) for digital signals

System Requirements: 2.2 GHz Intel P4 or 1.8 GHz Centrino (minimum); 2.8 GHz P4 or Core Duo (for analog MPEG recording)

Operating Systems: Windows 7, 8, 10, 11 (both 32‑bit and 64‑bit)

Third‑Party Support: NextPVR, Plex, SageTV, MediaPortal, JRiver, and Linux cx231xx driver support

Chip Components: USB interface: Conexant CX23102; Demodulator: LGDT3306A; Tuner: SiLabs Si2157‑A30

Installation / Use Cases

• Watching and recording television using a multi-format USB TV receiver on Windows computers