I Use My TV As a Computer Monitor, You Can Too

By Jan Kdo

Using the TV as the monitor screen is a good option. Your good old TV screen can come at your rescue when your monitor of the computer is creating trouble. Or you can even find the TV screen good enough for viewing the movies or while playing the games you may want to watch the game on a much large screen. You will have to follow some steps while you are using your TV as a computer monitor.

The steps needed for converting the TV as computer monitor

You will first have to recognize the connections of input of the TV. Generally the TV has either the input of coaxial cable or RCA composite input or connector of S-video. But the modern inputs found are those of HDMI, DVI, Component Video, and VGA. You can find the types of output for your computer which are developed which are very well-suited for TV and thus it is not difficult to clip to the TV input. The S-video is becoming more common these days on the computers. After all these now you have to get the adapter that is apt for your system connections.

A wireless adapter is a great choice even though the charges are more as it helps sidestep the cable troubles. But if you are not ready for wireless ones you can select adapters which will have provisions for VGA adapter, RCA composite or S-video. You will find them very much beneficial. Now you have to connect the TV with the computer. If your computer system is having the S-video jack which is compatible with your computer, your job is reduced to some extent. Get the cable of S-video and next you will have to link it to the computer and the TV.

But when your system is not supporting S-video jack then you can use the adapter by connecting the cables of Component Video or RCA to the TV and on the other hand use the VGA ending to attach to the computer. You shall now check that the input for the video of your TV is right. The connections are now set. Next you have to start the TV and see whether the signal of the computer is available.

Problem with the signal

You can be let down with the signaling on the TV after the connection is complete. As we know that the computer's signal is measured by pixels, but the signals of TV is different from that. The resolutions for the TV is also different from that of television. So you will see that about 640x480 resolutions are available. You may not be happy with the resolution that is being offered by TV but you can obviously do your work rather than not being able to do your task at all. This problem can be solved to some extent if you select a HDTV adapter but for that you will have to pay much more price and also you will need HDTV.

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Blu-Ray vs HD DVD - Round One

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10 Bone-Headed Mistakes Plasma TV Shoppers Must Avoid!

by Isaac Ridley

You have to side-step slick TV salesmen talking about "DLP", "EDTV" or "1080i". You have to outsmart internet con artists selling "gray market" Plasmas. And you have to ignore bone-headed advice from Fred, the neighborhood know-it-all.

Mistake #1: Don't Buy A "No-Name" Plasma TV! The most important decision you can make when buying a big screen TV is to decide not to buy a "No-Name". A device as complex as a LCD, Plasma or DLP TV must be manufactured with the finest components by dozens of expert technicians working in multi-million dollar plants. "No-name" companies use none of those.

Mistake #2: Never Trust A "Seeing Eye" TV Salesman! If you walk into a TV showroom and don't know EDTV from HDTV, some slick salesman will smile and eat you for lunch! Don't let salesmen make choices for you, or you'll end up with some outdated TV his boss wants to get rid of. Or you'll end up with screen burn-in on your new Plasma when your son hooks up his Playstation 3; or suffer with a dim display in your brightly lit living room. Do a little research before you make a purchase; it's not difficult.

(If you're not familiar with some of the terms used above - DLP, EDTV, LCD - Google the "123 Guide To Plasma TV.com")

Mistake #3: Don't Buy From A "No-Name" Retailer! It's important to buy your Plasma TV from a reputable dealer selling brand name merchandise. The return of a faulty $2000 Plasma TV won't bankrupt Wal-Mart or Sony; but could devastate a Mom and Pop electronics store. Try to make major purchases from a major retailer's website; make sure they offer a good return policy and have brand name Plasmas at a discount price.

Mistake #4: Don't Fall For Plasma Internet Scams! We've all seen what look like great deals on Plasma TVs online. But exactly what is a great deal? It means getting GREAT MERCHANDISE at a GREAT PRICE. It's not a great deal if you get CRAPPY MERCHANDISE at a GREAT PRICE! You don't want your "new" Plasma to be a returned or refurbished item. Avoid "gray market" or "B stock" merchandise, and avoid sellers who aren't authorized retailers.

Mistake #5: Don't Play Video Games On A Plasma Television! The chance of screen burn-in on a Plasma TV has been greatly reduced by improved technology, but not eliminated. Computer programs, video games, stock tickers and station logos can burn permanently into the screen, ruining your expensive TV. LCD and DLP TV screens cannot suffer screen burn-in, ever.

Mistake #6: Don't Let A Know-It-All Pick Your TV! Your neighbor Fred says he's an expert on Big Screen TVs, and volunteers to help you buy one. Fred may be a good guy. . . he may even know the difference between DTV and DLP. But Fred may also be a Boob blowing smoke out the rear of his shorts. How can you tell? Rely on the only person you can trust to look out for your interests . . . you! Listen to Fred, but take him with a grain of salt . . . and do your own research!

Mistake #7: Don't Try To Bring Home A Plasma TV By Yourself! There was a time you could go to Circuit City, buy a 19-inch color TV, throw it in the back seat and take it home . . . those days are over! Shipping a Plasma TV to your home is the only sensible way to get it there; it's too big, expensive, heavy and delicate to be shoved in the trunk of a car. Your retailer will arrange shipping for you; make sure that insurance and order tracking are included in the deal. Don't sign for delivery until you've inspected your TV for damage.

Mistake #8: Don't Install A Plasma TV Without Help! A Plasma TV, although thin, is actually very heavy. A 50-inch Plasma TV can weigh over 160 pounds. Mounting a Plasma TV on it's table stand is a three person job; call some strong friends over. The delivery people will put your TV on the curb, or in your living room, depending on what you paid for. They won't install your TV on a wall mount, that service costs $200-$300.

Mistake #9: Don't Fail To Connect A Dolby Sound System! You shouldn't settle for the sound coming from your TV speakers. Attached to your TV, a Dolby 5.1 Surround Sound amplifier sends six separate channels of sound through speakers in front of, on both sides of and behind the viewer. Home Theater Systems start as low as $250 and go into the thousands; they include an amplifier, five speakers, wire and a sub woofer. Dolby 7.1 is even more advanced with eight sound channels.

Mistake #10: Don't Forget To Budget For Peripherals! For full enjoyment of your new Plasma TV, you'll need lots of other stuff: HDMI cables for each peripheral, surge protectors, a TV stand or wall mount, a HDTV DVD player and digital cable for High Def broadcasts. You'll also need a Home Theater System with at least Dolby 5.1 Surround Sound and a comfortable viewing area. I'm not trying to scare you . . . a modest system can cost less than $300, A good system between $800-$1000 and a Top-of-the-Line system $1500 and up.

Well, there you have it . . . the 10 Biggest Bone-Headed Mistakes you could make when shopping for the perfect Plasma TV! Avoid them like the plague!

Good luck . . . I hope you find the Plasma TV that will thrill your family for years to come!

It's as easy as 123!

About the Author

Ike Ridley is the avid videophile and self-confessed "Movie Nut" who created the website the 123 Guide To Plasma TV . To visit us, click the links or paste this URL into your web browser:

http://www.123-guide-to-plasma-tv.com/

Ike has moved to the Caribbean where he clicks away on his laptop under a palm tree.

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Which is better? EDTV vs HDTV

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What is High Definition TV?

By: davet

Presently the highest level of resolution in TV viewing is found in HDTV. HDTV currently offers the clearest audio signal. Today's TV viewing has a new format and standard, which is with digital programming. When viewing HDTV, images appear so clearly that you will feel as if you are there viewing the image in person, rather than over a TV screen.

HDTV range in various styles and prices, which take into account the technology used and the TV's screen size. High definition broadcasting signals are already available, however you will need a built in tuner and an antenna programmed for decoding the HDTV signals. The normal one to one display point of an HDTV image needs an input format of 1081i that displays 1920x1080 pixels, for best results.

Any non-broadcasted signals must be purchased from a cable or satellite provider. To learn the pricing and the programming of these HDTV non-broadcasted signals you must contact your local provider.

HDTV requires three significant occurrences in order to deliver high quality TV screen viewing, and those are an HDTV set, a method to receive HDTV signals; which can include an antenna or a connection for satellite or cable service, as well a source that is transmitting HDTV signals by means of a local station or a satellite or cable station.

The integrated HDTV has a digital tuner built in to its programming. When a television station is broadcasting in high definition, you will be able to attach an antenna to the set and tune into their broadcast.

The HDTV-ready set is a monitor that does not contain a HDTV tuner. They often have a NTSC tuner, which enables you to watch analog TV. HDTV ready sets are less expensive and give you the option of adding an HDTV receiver at a later time.

Choose an HDTV set that has a native resolution that matches the signals you would normally use more often. Whether that is the highest possible resolution or the highest possible progressive frame rate, the choice is up to you and what you feel most comfortable in viewing.

Make sure that the HDTV that you buy is user friendly with the equipment you already have at home or if you need other components or adapters. Nearly all LCD and plasma TV's are HD ready and can support the programming of high definition that is supplied by an external component receiver.

There are four major TV networks that broadcast their own type of free HDTV programming. With the right antenna, you should be able to receive their broadcasted signals. However all channels do not offer HD programming therefore there may be need for additional components to be able to get better reception from standard and enhanced definition TV screens.

Another thing to keep in mind is when choosing HDTV that future technology could very possible make available the use of more components and accessories to be purchased for HDTV viewing future broadcast signals. You can always wait to see how these new technological services turn out and then purchase programming.

Source: http://www.superfeature.com

David Tanguay is dedicated in providing research, reviews & helpful information to consumers and businesses. To research, review and purchase your next TV, please visit Compare Flat Panels at plasmatv-compare.com

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