hauppauge hd-pvr cannot record in 1080p. 1080i60 is the best it can do. so the final capture would 1080 @ 29.97fps.
i highly recommend only to use constant bitrate or your video will look like shit.
i wonder if i can capture through my ps3 using the intensity with component cable. does vudu need any proxies if you're not living in the u.s.?