New Monitor

[lupi]

Since my desk now sits in the corner opposite of the main TV, it's somewhat difficult to actively watch TV while still gaming. So I was thinking about getting a small TV to put on my desk (would still need to route cables from the main TV since that's where the cable box is). I currently have 2 monitors on my desk already, but noticed this TV also had PC inputs, which would let me upgrade my secondary monitor while also added a TV and not adding to used desk space. Anyone use a TV like this as a dual use TV/monitor or any comments on this model?


http://www.samsung.com/us/cons...rd_detail&tab=features

 

[SonicIce]

your post is extremely confusing

 

[lupi]

Originally posted by: SonicIce
your post is extremely confusing

Anyone use a TV like this as a dual use TV/monitor or any comments on this model?

 

[zerocool84]

Practically any decent HDTV you buy now-a-days will come with DVI. Most high end video cards will have HDMI ports as well. Do you really need a tv tuner in it? Do you have cable or satellite? Why not just get a regular LCD monitor or just get a HDTV that has DVI. Yes there are tons of people who PC game on their HDTV's. It doesn't even need to warrant a question. It seems like they are trying to charge more as a "dual use" thing.

 

[lupi]

I was mainly looking at getting a new TV, then while thinking where I'd place it, I noticed the Dsub inputs on this one and thought space wouldn't be a concern if it could replace the secondary monitor on my desk.

 

[Schfifty Five]

Originally posted by: lupi
Since my desk now sits in the corner opposite of the main TV, it's somewhat difficult to actively watch TV while still gaming. So I was thinking about getting a small TV to put on my desk (would still need to route cables from the main TV since that's where the cable box is). I currently have 2 monitors on my desk already, but noticed this TV also had PC inputs, which would let me upgrade my secondary monitor while also added a TV and not adding to used desk space. Anyone use a TV like this as a dual use TV/monitor or any comments on this model?


http://www.samsung.com/us/cons...rd_detail&tab=features

You want 2 TV's in your room?

 

[lupi]

I'll go with, yes.

 

[Mike Gayner]

People still watch TV? Also, TV=/= PC Gaming.

 

[lupi]

Originally posted by: Mike Gayner
Also, TV=/= PC Gaming.

Really, wow. Maybe that would be a good reason then for someone to ask how well a pc displays on a tv monito for gaming.

 

[ICXRa]

Just saw a thread over on AV123 similar to this the other day.

Mentioned the HDHomeRun which I found interesting but I'm not sure you'll need anything more than a splitter.

Perhaps there is some useful info in that thread.

 

[BassBomb]

My 52" tv can display pc fairly well, however it is very difficult to play properly (due to viewing distance, height, need for wireless kb/mouse) it works better for games such as sports games (where the mouse is not really required)
I typically don't use the TV

Furthermore

I have two 20WMGX2's (PC Monitor/TV) on my desk. Both are hooked to the PC via DVI + Analog.
And then my PS3 is hooked to the second monitor via DVI so I can play PS3 there. Using HDMI -> DVI cable for my PS3 is perfect to use the monitor + scaling isn't bad

The one you linked would likely suit fine for both PC and TV tasks.