PC Monitor with TV Tuner as a TV use the 2-in-1 solution
You have a Monitor with a built-in TV Tuner, you can use it immediately as a TV. These monitors are usually equipped with speakers so that you do not need any additional boxes.
PC Monitor to the Receiver: the port is crucial
If your Monitor has no built-in TV Tuner, you can alternatively connect the Receiver directly to the Monitor.
- The Receiver and Monitor must have the same connections. At best, the connection is via a HDMI cable. Your Monitor should have a VGA connection, it becomes more difficult: the Receiver uses a VGA connector are usually more expensive than with HDMI connection.
- Your Monitor does not have built-in speakers, you need external boxes.
The PC and the Monitor as a TV set: with card no Problem
- With a TV card, you can use the PC as a TV. This card can be installed either in the computer or as a DVBT-Stick if necessary, connected via USB.
- Here, too, you should not forget the Sound: to get the full TV experience, you don't need speakers if your Monitor has it.
In the next practical tip to show how you are the best mounts for PC monitors.
