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Using a big screen TV as a moniter

rock_harryrock_harry Member Posts: 183
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i am looking to buy a new LCD to 32" or so but i would also like to use it as a pc monitor.

 any one know what i should be looking for so i can conect my pc to a tv.



Also would my pc be able to cope i am using:-                                                                                                                                                    Operating System: Windows XP Home Edition (5.1, Build 2600) Service Pack 2 (2600.xpsp_sp2_gdr.070227-2254)

           Language: English (Regional Setting: English)

System Manufacturer: Compaq Presario 061

       System Model: PX633AA-ABU SR1460UK GB520

               BIOS: BIOS Date: 03/31/05 20:06:54 Ver: 08.00.10

          Processor: Intel(R) Pentium(R) 4 CPU 3.40GHz (2 CPUs)

             Memory: 1024MB RAM

          Page File: 552MB used, 1908MB available

        Windows Dir: C:WINDOWS

 DirectXVersion:DirectX9.0c                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Card name: RADEON X600 Series

     Manufacturer: ATI Technologies Inc.

        Chip type: RADEON X600 PRO (0x5B62)

         DAC type: Internal DAC(400MHz)

       Device Key: EnumPCIVEN_1002&DEV_5B62&SUBSYS_033C1043&REV_00

   Display Memory: 256.0 MB

     Current Mode: 1024 x 768 (32 bit) (60Hz)

          Monitor: Plug and Play Monitor



If any one could help thanks

Comments

  • InflictionInfliction Member Posts: 1,115
    Thats what I've got set up right now. Just look for something with a PC input for starters. Anything you have to hook up with a special adapter is going to look like shit. Also pay attention to the TV's supported resolution.

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  • rock_harryrock_harry Member Posts: 183
    ok think i have found one



    Hyundai Imagequest E320D 32" HD Ready Digital LCD TV with DVB-T



    Powerful Multimedia Funtions (14 in 3 MMP)

    - 32 inch TFT-LCD TV

    - Integrated Digital Tuner

    - HD ready

    - FiT Engine™ for picture enhancement

    - WXGA+(1366x768) HDTV Resolution

    - Brightness : 450 cd/m2

    - Contrast Ratio 1000:1

    - 178°(H)/178°(V) Viewing Angle

    - 8ms Fast Response Time

    - 10Wx2ch Detachable Speakers

    - SRS TruSurround XT™

    - Memory Card Reader ( Photo, Music, Movie )

    - 2 Memory Card Slot and USB Port

    - DVI-HDCP input / Dual Scan / PIP / EPG



    only thing is my graphics card only supports 1360x768 resolution will it still work
  • rock_harryrock_harry Member Posts: 183
    no one tried it then using a TV for a moniter?
  • n25phillyn25philly Member Posts: 1,317
    I use a 26 inch tv as a monitor for my home computer.  It's pretty nice, althouhg you can't get the same kind of resolutions you get from a monitor.  Any new LCD TV will have a DVI port on it, so it's easy to hook up.

    member of imminst.org

  • rebal88rebal88 Member Posts: 98
    Is it true that hooking up your comp to a tv makes it look bad? I have a 27" and i was thinking of doing that.. I also think i have the graphics card to do it. A GeForce 8800GTX 756mb. Well not yet but soon.
  • rebal88rebal88 Member Posts: 98
    Also could someone show me what the port to connect it is? DVI or somthing?
  • n25phillyn25philly Member Posts: 1,317
    Originally posted by rebal88

    Also could someone show me what the port to connect it is? DVI or somthing?
    If it's a newer tv it's most likely get a DVI port.  Using a TV isn't as sharp as using a monitor because the supported resolutions aren't as high.

    member of imminst.org

  • rebal88rebal88 Member Posts: 98
    My 27" LCD dose 1280x720 and my comp atm is set on 1024x768 and my comps res for me is fine. So if i hooked it up to my TV would it almost look the same?
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