The cable that connects a pc to tv?
Fri Oct 05, 2012 4:40 pm
I watch films and sport on the internet but heard theres a cable that connects the computer to the tv so you can watch it on there instead..
Anyone know what this cable is and where i can buy one?
cheers
Anyone know what this cable is and where i can buy one?
cheers
Re: The cable that connects a pc to tv?
Fri Oct 05, 2012 4:46 pm
hdmi
Re: The cable that connects a pc to tv?
Fri Oct 05, 2012 4:55 pm
furlong1990 wrote:hdmi
Is it just one straight forward cable?
Re: The cable that connects a pc to tv?
Fri Oct 05, 2012 5:03 pm
No it's not a hdmi the cable you want is this depending on your computer coutput connection
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the thing is you would still need a audio cable as the dvi and vga cable only gives you video
Myself I would plug the cable from the computer into the VGA socket on the telly ( if you have a pretty modern tv) and then run your audio cable so a vga to vga or a vga to dvi depending on your pc
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the thing is you would still need a audio cable as the dvi and vga cable only gives you video
Myself I would plug the cable from the computer into the VGA socket on the telly ( if you have a pretty modern tv) and then run your audio cable so a vga to vga or a vga to dvi depending on your pc
Re: The cable that connects a pc to tv?
Fri Oct 05, 2012 5:58 pm
I got a bluetooth connection, you plug the small unit into the telly get the laptop to pick it up and Bob's your uncle, f*cking wires everywhere do my head in. 
Re: The cable that connects a pc to tv?
Fri Oct 05, 2012 6:08 pm
Depends on connection.
If you have a HDMI slot on your TV and your PC use a HDMI cable straight up.
If your TV supports DVI then use a DVI cable as your PC will definitely have a DVI port. Then you will need to set up your sound through a different output as DVI does not support sound.
The other option is VGA which your TV is unlikely to support.
Probably the most expensive option is a HDMI to scart converter with a built in upscaler. Obviously, if your PC has a HDMI slot and your TV only has scart sockets this is the best option.
HDMI to HDMI is the best option buy far and is the easiest and will give the greatest picture.
As for wireless transmission through any data communication type there will always be distortion or a chance of interference which is why I prefer wired setups for TV, music, gaming, etc.
If you have a HDMI slot on your TV and your PC use a HDMI cable straight up.
If your TV supports DVI then use a DVI cable as your PC will definitely have a DVI port. Then you will need to set up your sound through a different output as DVI does not support sound.
The other option is VGA which your TV is unlikely to support.
Probably the most expensive option is a HDMI to scart converter with a built in upscaler. Obviously, if your PC has a HDMI slot and your TV only has scart sockets this is the best option.
HDMI to HDMI is the best option buy far and is the easiest and will give the greatest picture.
As for wireless transmission through any data communication type there will always be distortion or a chance of interference which is why I prefer wired setups for TV, music, gaming, etc.
Re: The cable that connects a pc to tv?
Fri Oct 05, 2012 8:54 pm
Most lcd/led tv's have a pc monitor lead input, use that for the picture and pc speakers for the audio !
Re: The cable that connects a pc to tv?
Fri Oct 05, 2012 9:10 pm
Get a smart TV.
Re: The cable that connects a pc to tv?
Fri Oct 05, 2012 11:01 pm
Im confused as feck im no good with modern technology 
Re: The cable that connects a pc to tv?
Fri Oct 05, 2012 11:03 pm
I just use a HDMI, plug it into your computer on one end, and your tv on the other. Free footie on your tv 