can this TV be used as a comuter monitor also
1631053
If you computer is DVI, then there is an inexpensive adapter for using with the HDMI. Yes, works well as monitor.
1631054
No, I don't believe it can. Computer monitors of this size are cheaper, as well. It does enable you to use a ROKU streaming device or now the new Google device and that is fabulous. It is a great TV -- at a great price. Hope this helps.
1631055
YES! This LED can be used as a computer monitor. This is what I'm using it for, and for my PS4. This has got to be one of the least expensive 29" LED in its class, the image from the PC is crisp, and clear. Multiple people use the PC including my nieces from time-to-time when they come over and nobody has ever had any issue with the image quality. The LED is connected to an Acer A8-5500 processor, with 10gb memory and the original video card (on-board video) -- so no high end video and absolutely NO issues with it whatsoever. We don't play high FPS rated games, mostly Minecraft and it works great for that. YES! This LED can be used as a computer monitor. This is what I'm using it for, and for my PS4. This has got to be one of the least expensive 29" LED in its class, the image from the PC is crisp, and clear. Multiple people use the PC including my nieces from time-to-time when they come over and nobody has ever had any issue with the image quality. The LED is connected to an Acer A8-5500 processor, with 10gb memory and the original video card (on-board video) -- so no high end video and absolutely NO issues with it whatsoever. We don't play high FPS rated games, mostly Minecraft and it... » Read More YES! This LED can be used as a computer monitor. This is what I'm using it for, and for my PS4. This has got to be one of the least expensive 29" LED in its class, the image from the PC is crisp, and clear. Multiple people use the PC including my nieces from time-to-time when they come over and nobody has ever had any issue with the image quality. The LED is connected to an Acer A8-5500 processor, with 10gb memory and the original video card (on-board video) -- so no high end video and absolutely NO issues with it whatsoever. We don't play high FPS rated games, mostly Minecraft and it works great for that. « Show Less
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This review describes in detail using it as a monitor:http://www.amazon.com/review/R2YO8O6I8UOJ6V/ref=cm_cr_pr_perm?ie=UTF8&ASIN;=B003LPUWWM&nodeID;=&tag;=&linkCode;=
1047899
yes it can this tv is my computer monitor, i have it hooked up via HDMI from tv into my video card but if you only have a VGI in your computers rear end you can get an adapter from VGI to HDMI on here for cheap and it sure looks lovely
1429660
Not beyond setting it up. You have to configure the thing. Once that's done,no you do not. Oncecconnected to the TV and turned on it will show up as an external monitor. TV must be setto pproper HDMI input and visit launched on the computer.
74739
Since there is only a single VGA input then no this monitor cannot "double" as a TV and computer use. It may be possible to convert the TV output to VGA (not sure how) but then you have to be disconnecting and reconnecting cables when going from TV to computer. Most people would not consider this as double duty. Due to the problems with vertical viewing angle though, I would not recommend this monitor for TV viewing as the picture degrades pretty severely off-axis.
720423
Yes it can. That's one of the most significant benefits to LCD/LED over Plasmas. Plasmas can't be used as computer monitors due to "burn in", not so for LCD/LED's. Also, this particular television would be most ideal for up close use because it thrives when you're totally immersed in the screen (i.e., the closer the better). That said, it would make for one expensive computer monitor.
2086932
I havent use it as a monitor but it is great little tv-great sound and picture quality.Im very happy with the purchase
1586362
Yes you can, but you need an adaptor, i believe this monitor only uses MiniDisplay port. Common PC monitor uses HDMI, VGA, and DVI connections. Unless you have some of the newer Video Cards that have MiniDisplay port out then, you'll have to buy a seperate adaptor to work.
455455
The answer is no it cannot. It is a basic tv. You will need to purchase a separate unit with those capabilities, such as a blu-ray player, game console etc. To be honest, I would purchase a different name brand of tv. We were NOT happy with this model. It died completely after just 2 years of use. The cost to repair the tv was more than I originally paid for it. Please check all reviews possible before you finallize your decision. Or be sure to purchase the largest extended warranty possible. Good luck!
143224
Sort of. This screen does not have a built in TV tuner, so you can't change channels with it like you can with a television, however, most cable boxes today have HDMI outputs, and since the monitor has an HDMI input, it can absolutely be used as a TV.
151501
The answer is "No" to both of your questions. This is a monitor, not a television. A television has a built-in tuner so it can take signals (from an antenna or cable) and display it on the screen. A monitor only displays what is fed to it from a source (could be a computer, DVD player, Blu-Ray player, etc.) If your computer can receive a signal from an antenna, then this monitor would be able to display it. But in general, think of a monitor as a dumb device -- it just displays what is fed to it...
611671
Yes you can. You can use it either as an HDMI or using RCA cables. I have both set up. enjoy.
146222
You would have to have an RCA analog video and audio cable to use as a monitor. Simply plug in to the side connectors and choose AV input. There are no USB or HDMI inputs.
151362
Sorry, I cannot be more helpful. This television was a gift to my parents. My experience with my own set is that you can so long as you have the correct cables and compatible equipment.
271269
Yes, you could connect it using an HDMI cable to your HDMI port to turn your tv into a monitor
1302243
You don't. This came out before real smart TV's were around. You can hook a computer or a Smartphone (through HDMI) to it and use it as a monitor.
483370
You would need some sort of cable box. This monitor is only a screen sourced by RCA cables - think of it kind of like a computer screen.