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How to connect a Laptop / Desktop Computer to a TV

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Many people would want to connect their Computer to their TVs for better resolution and Quality. TVs can be a better alternative for a Monitor. Here are some of my articles which will help you do so. For HDTVs (High Definition Television) Some HDTV have VGA slot which will let you connect your computer easily with a VGA Cable. But many don’t have it, but do have Component Cable. For that, you can make a VGA and Component Cable. Click Here. (If you aren’t very experienced, i think you can buy one) For SDTVs (Standard Definition Television) You can use an S-Video port on your Computer. You can connect it to the AV ports (Composite) using a S-Video to Composite Cable. (Again, you can buy it but, its more fun this way) You’ll need this port. Technorati Tags: connect,laptop,computer,to,tv,HDTV,SDTV

Cheap / Better Alternative to a HDTV – Monitor TV

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Update: This doesn’t work anymore. HDTVs are cheaper than Monitor TV. Diwali and the Holiday season is almost here, we are gearing up for an upgrade. So thought this would be a good idea. I have seen that HD Monitors are cheaper than HDTVs with the same configuration. So, all you have to do is, buy a monitor, External TV tuner with VGA out, 2.1 speakers. This would be a cheaper solution. Links (Well, these are just searches): TV Tuner with VGA out, 2.1 Speakers, Monitors Comparison Chart: INR USD 22” Monitor Rs. 8500 $170 External TV Tuner Rs. 5000 $100 2.1 Speakers Rs. 1000 $20 Total Rs. 16000 $290 or 22” HDTV Rs. 20000 $400 Note: These are Approximate Values. So, research about this before buying. If you have a decent monitor already, this is the best option. So, you save about $110 / Rs.5500. LG’s Monitor is also a good option. Optional: If you have a computer, you can also get a VGA switch to switch displays. Pros: Cheap Better sound from 2.1 speakers Cons: S...