Cable/TV tuner for IMAC

Hello,
I'm looking for a product that will allow me to connect my Comcast/Xfininity cable to my imac and use it as a TV. My comcast area was "upgraded" a year or so ago, so all my TV's have a least a small "conversion" box with a remote. I'd ideally like to elimate the need to this box and connect directly to the Mac using the co-ax cable however.. I'm guessing I'll at least need to connect through the "converter".
So.... what is a good solution for this scenario. I do not need DVR capability.
Thanks!
Scott

Hi Stuar,
EyeTV Hybrid...
http://store.apple.com/us/product/H0863VC/A
Unless it's scrambled, then possibly this...
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Elgato---EyeTV-HD-Video-Recorder/1550042.p?id=121826 8355869&skuId=1550042#tab=overview

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