Can I connect my pc to my LCD TV through my wireless connection?

How can I use my TV as a PC monitor?

• I am cosidering the purchase of a new lcd tv (42"). I would like to connect my pc to it to view saved pictures/video footage. I have ben told that I will need to upgrade my graphics card & also have the correct sockets on the TV. I have been confused as to which card would be best (agp . pci..ati..nvdia..sos..???) I have been led to believe that the TV needs a HMDI connection . My PC is a Packard Bell Imedia 1507. Would my pc power supply need upgrading also. Would I also be able to browse the net (music/video/e-mail) with a wireless keyboard/mouse if I sited my pc in the same room bearing in mind I would still like to to use the TV for its intended purpose without too much hassle Could I fit the card & set it up myself (I have been told it is quite easy - if you know how). My apologies for sounding a bit thick but the jargon is a bit confusing - Thank you

• Answer:

  You are in luck. All plasma tvs have either a D-sub or DVI connection. These two types of connection are the types of connection used as a standard monitor (crt monitors use D-sub and TFT monitors can use either D-sub or DVI). On my 42" plasma TV I have a D-sub connection, I simply use a D-sub to D-sub cable (available in most computer shops) to plug my computer into my TV instead of my monitor. If you have a DVI connection you simply need a DVI to DVI cable instead. Once connected use your TV remote to switch to the relevent AV channel (called PC on mine funnily enough). If your computer only has a D-sub connection and your TV has a DVI connection, the simplest and cheapest way is to buy a D-sub to DVI connector (only about £2) which plugs into your PC's graphics card output, then of course you would also need a DVI to DVI cable.