tv tuner for lcd monitor?

Q. where can i get a cheap tv tuner box example link :
http://www.compusa.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=2707960&CatId=1427

i have a lcd computer screen laying around and i wanna turn it into a tv sience i dont use desktop pc anymore, please links to stores electronic stores or online websites for cheap but working tv tuner boxes with remote any help at all would be apreciated or if there is any other way to connect with out tuner box any tricks or connections any info welcomed

one problem my screen doesnt have speakers so the idea of dvd/vcr combo doesnt help becouse there is no way to connect speakers to it........

A. The best way is to just go out and get a DVD/VCR combo box. It has a tuner in it. You will also need a cable that goes from the S-video or VGA outputs on the back of the VCR to the monitor cable.

This is what I did, and I like it. Instead of just a tuner, I also have DVD/VCR capability.

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External TV Tuner CRT Monitor?

Q. I'm aware on how to connect a standard VGA monitor to an external TV tuner - but I've only heard of it being done on LCD monitors - will a CRT monitor work as well. And will pictuer quality be and different than a CRT TV?
I specificaly said EXTERNAL TV TUNER - the PC is not in the equation
Ok here it is - straight out. I have a CRT flatscreen monitor with a cable to connect to a VGA input - I've seen external TV tuners with VGA inputs that you can connect directly to a cable line - thats what I plan on doing.

A. are you talking about a TV tuner on a PC. as in an internal card or USB adapter? what you would do in that situation is hook the monitor up to the computer and watch TV on it.
Please be more specific, give some details of your current or future configuration.

WELL external means it is connected to something. what you are talking about is a set top box.
if your device has a DVI or HDMI port then it is possible to connect that to a VGA connector. but if you only have S-video or RCA then you are going to have to find some wiring schematics cause yous gonna be soldering. the adapter from DVI to VGA would be the most economical and quick route to go. if you told me the model # and brand of the device you are hooking up i could give you are more definitive answer on how to do it.

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TV Tuners for my LCD Monitor?

Q. What is a good TV tuner I can use direct to my LCD monitor, without using the computer?
My monitor has VGA, S Video and HDMI. I would assume HDMI is best, or does it matter when going direct from your antenna straight to your TV?

A. i guess you would need to get a cable box or sattelite box and hook it up to your monitor through HDMI also you might have problems if your monitor does not have internal speakers. but i have never wanted to do this. i use my TV for TV and computer.

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Should I go for LCD Monitor with a tv tuner card or LCD TV or Plasma TV?

Q. I want a TV for my home.

A. An LCD TV is usually just a low resolution LCD Monitor with a TV tuner.

You only need a tuner if you need to receive over the air transmissions. If you have a satellite or cable box, you do not need a tuner.

In general, go with an LCD up to 42" and then choose plasma for larger sizes. Plasma will give a brighter picture but they cost more in electricity to run.

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How can i make my LCD Computer monitor a TV?

Q. I just bought a HP 19 inch Widescreen Flat-Panel TFT-LCD Monitor and i use it to play on my PS3 with a HDMI to DVI converter. I was wondering if i could hook up the monitor to a standard tv cable without a tv tuner. Please help?????????????????????????????????????

A. You might be able to, if you have a digital HD cable box. Digital HD cable boxes usually have either a DVI or HDMI output, and you should be able to hook it up in the same fashion as you did your PS3.

If you don't have a digital HD cable box, call your local cable TV service provider and ask for one.

Hope this helps, and good luck.

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Is there a TV cable to WUXGA or DVI converter that supports HDTV?

Q. I am looking for a TV tuner to use with this monitor: Sony SDM-P234W 23 inch LCD Monitor that supports HDTV. The monitor's video inputs are VGA or DVI. Is there any tuner that does this? Thanks!

A. Hiya Marcellus,

Yeah, there are many stand alone HD tuners that will give you HDTV over DVI. Here is one that looks good and priced right: http://www.epvision.com/index.htm

That type of unit would do the trick unless you are referring to a tuner that is installed in your PC and will receive HDTV.

Here is a link to Newegg PC TV tuners (4 pages) : http://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductList.aspx?Submit=ENE&N=2000380047%201148510222&page=1&bop=And


GOOD LUCK!!

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What is an Audio In port on a computer monitor used for?

Q. I have an Acer 19" V193w LCD monitor. I'm thinking of converting it to a television which works with a conventional cable rather than a tv tuner box thingy.

I've been going through a couple of tutorials and I'm all set, except I have the problem of audio output from the monitor. I have discovered, however, an audio in port on the monitor's backside. What the heck is an audio 'in' port? What does it do?

A. the monitor has built in speakers

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How can i make my LCD Computer monitor a TV?

Q. I just bought a HP 19 inch Widescreen Flat-Panel TFT-LCD Monitor and i use it to play on my PS3 with a HDMI to DVI converter. I was wondering if i could hook up the monitor to a standard tv cable without a tv tuner. Please help?????????????????????????????????????

A. You might be able to, if you have a digital HD cable box. Digital HD cable boxes usually have either a DVI or HDMI output, and you should be able to hook it up in the same fashion as you did your PS3.

If you don't have a digital HD cable box, call your local cable TV service provider and ask for one.

Hope this helps, and good luck.

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What is the difference between LCD TV and LCD monitor?

Q. I want to purchase a LCD TV/LCD Monitor for my PC. Which should I purchase - LCD TV or LCD monitor. Is LCD TV harmful for eyes as compared to LCD Monitor? Which is the best one LCD TV or LCD Monitor?

A. A LCD MONITOR does not have a built in tuner...

That's the ONLY difference between the same model...

They are great if you know you'll be connected to Satellite or Cable and using their HD Set top boxes for the next 10 - 15 years.

If you're unsure, get the LCD TV.
If it was harmful to the eyes, do you think they would be allowed to sell it?

You can test a LCD TVat this site
http://test-lcd-tv.blogspot.com/


Hope this help,

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Is there a cable that can turn my lcd monitor into a tv?

Q. Lcd has a vga connector to it and I want to connect my monitor to my dvd recorder that has a tv tuner. To basically convert my lcd monitor into a tv without using one of those converters like TVBox. Can it be done?

A. You need to have an input on the LCD monitor which matches one of the outputs on the DVD unit. Most LCD units these days accept a variety of inputs. List the respecitve inputs and outputs, and if you find a match, the appropriate cable will do the trick.

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