Computer Monitor

[Whaler]

I am finding that the screen on my laptop is to small for my eyes. I have a 23" Sony LCD HD TV set that is not being used and am wondering how it would work as a monitor. It has a computer input connection and Mac makes an adapter cable. I am looking for input from anyone who has used a TV for this before I spend $30.00 for the cable.

 

[InetKen]

It depends on the LCD TV, but if it has a 15 VGA connector it should work fine, 23" isn't too big for a monitor. If you have a Mac laptop, it should have come with the adaptor and you would just need a VGA extension cable. I have a ton of those if you want one, we just need to verify it's correct on the Mac side.

 

[alphageek]

Depends ALOT on the tv.. what type of tv (model?) is it 720p vs 1080p makes a pretty big difference.

Also check out monoprice.com for cables. You can get a good cable for less money from there (much less for some cables). My FIL needed a HDMI to DVI for his blue ray.. $30 locally.. Only $11 including shipping from monoprice.