Sending video from computer (DVI) to LCD HDTV (HDMI) -- suggestion on cables ..

Hi Everyone,

At work we're trying to find a simple way to display information to
visitors in our lobby, and my thought was for us to create content on
a computer then pipe it to a large flat panel HDTV monitor, which
would be located in the lobby.

I'm looking at the Viewsonic 37" LCD HDTV (N3752W) which has HDMI
inputs and shows to be "PC Compatible". If we purchased a newer Dell
with DVI outputs, would we just need something like this to go between
the two? :
http://www.ramelectronics.net/html/D...tml#hdmidvi-r2

I know there's various types of DVI connectors, but the computer from
Dell we're looking at just says 'DVI'. Unfortunately I'm no audio/
video guy, so connecting a computer to an HDTV television isn't my
bailiwick Any suggestions or ideas on how to make this happen
would definitely be appreciated.

Thanks --

Alex

Hi...

Just a quick followup. I'm reading the specifications of the
ViewSonic 37" LCD HDTV I'd like to get for this project -
http://www.viewsonic.com/products/tv.../n3752w/#specs
- and it shows for PC Input (RGB analog). What is this? Is this a 15
pin SVGA connection?

Thanks...

Alex

"Alex" wrote in message
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Hi...

Just a quick followup. I'm reading the specifications of the
ViewSonic 37" LCD HDTV I'd like to get for this project -
http://www.viewsonic.com/products/tv.../n3752w/#specs
- and it shows for PC Input (RGB analog). What is this? Is this a 15
pin SVGA connection?

Thanks...

Alex

Yes, that is the standard PC, VGA connection. If your computer has DVI out,
you can use a
DVI to HDMI cable to connect it. You will need to run the audio from your PC
to one of the audio
inputs on the TV or stereo. Check out monoprice.com for a good deal on
cables. I bought a 15'
DVI to HDMI cable from them and it cost me less than $10.00 including
shipping!! (it was on sale)
But, even their regular prices are way better than retail stores. And the
cable has worked great for
me.
james

On Mon, 14 May 2007 09:50:53 -0700, Alex wrote:

Hi...

Just a quick followup. I'm reading the specifications of the
ViewSonic 37" LCD HDTV I'd like to get for this project -
http://www.viewsonic.com/products/tv.../n3752w/#specs
- and it shows for PC Input (RGB analog). What is this? Is this a 15
pin SVGA connection?

Yes, and you can use it.

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Alex ) wrote:
: Hi Everyone,

: At work we're trying to find a simple way to display information to
: visitors in our lobby, and my thought was for us to create content on
: a computer then pipe it to a large flat panel HDTV monitor, which
: would be located in the lobby.

: I'm looking at the Viewsonic 37" LCD HDTV (N3752W) which has HDMI
: inputs and shows to be "PC Compatible". If we purchased a newer Dell
: with DVI outputs, would we just need something like this to go between
: the two? :
: http://www.ramelectronics.net/html/D...tml#hdmidvi-r2

: I know there's various types of DVI connectors, but the computer from
: Dell we're looking at just says 'DVI'. Unfortunately I'm no audio/
: video guy, so connecting a computer to an HDTV television isn't my
: bailiwick Any suggestions or ideas on how to make this happen
: would definitely be appreciated.

: Thanks --

: Alex


I would suggest a HDTV with RGB input such as Vizio VX37L like mine ($800
at CostCo). You just connect RGB and audio outputs from your computer and
you have a 37" monitor.

Cass

On May 14, 5:07 pm, (Cass Lewart) wrote:
Alex ) wrote:

: Hi Everyone,

: At work we're trying to find a simple way to display information to
: visitors in our lobby, and my thought was for us to create content on
: a computer then pipe it to a large flat panel HDTV monitor, which
: would be located in the lobby.

: I'm looking at the Viewsonic 37" LCD HDTV (N3752W) which has HDMI
: inputs and shows to be "PC Compatible". If we purchased a newer Dell
: with DVI outputs, would we just need something like this to go between
: the two? :
:http://www.ramelectronics.net/html/D...tml#hdmidvi-r2

: I know there's various types of DVI connectors, but the computer from
: Dell we're looking at just says 'DVI'. Unfortunately I'm no audio/
: video guy, so connecting a computer to an HDTV television isn't my
: bailiwick Any suggestions or ideas on how to make this happen
: would definitely be appreciated.

: Thanks --

: Alex

I would suggest a HDTV with RGB input such as Vizio VX37L like mine ($800
at CostCo). You just connect RGB and audio outputs from your computer and
you have a 37" monitor.

Cass

Cass, are you using the RGB inputs?

You would be better off using a 'monitor only' display with 1080p
resolution for info from a PC. They're generally cheaper and you get
more 'bank-for-the-buck' (1920 x 1080 vs 1360 x 768 resolution). I
would recommend a Westinghouse LVM-37w3.

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"Alex" wrote in message
oups.com...
Hi Everyone,

At work we're trying to find a simple way to display information to
visitors in our lobby, and my thought was for us to create content
on
a computer then pipe it to a large flat panel HDTV monitor, which
would be located in the lobby.

I'm looking at the Viewsonic 37" LCD HDTV (N3752W) which has HDMI
inputs and shows to be "PC Compatible". If we purchased a newer
Dell
with DVI outputs, would we just need something like this to go
between
the two? :
http://www.ramelectronics.net/html/D...tml#hdmidvi-r2

I know there's various types of DVI connectors, but the computer
from
Dell we're looking at just says 'DVI'. Unfortunately I'm no audio/
video guy, so connecting a computer to an HDTV television isn't my
bailiwick Any suggestions or ideas on how to make this happen
would definitely be appreciated.

Thanks --

Alex