Can this be used as a monitor with Vista? I purchased an LG LED TV but when I tried to connect it to my computer the refresh was too slow. I could see my screen but it fluttered and showed 3 images. I am looking for a monitor not a TV. Can this be used as a monitor with Vista? I purchased an LG LED TV but when I tried to connect it to my computer the refresh was too slow. I could see my screen but it fluttered and showed 3... » Read More Can this be used as a monitor with Vista? I purchased an LG LED TV but when I tried to connect it to my computer the refresh was too slow. I could see my screen but it fluttered and showed 3 images. I am looking for a monitor not a TV. « Show Less
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I use it with my computer. It is great. I use explorer 11. I have no idea about Vista.
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Hello: My son and I have used the Toshiba TV as a monitor several times without any problem. The resolution looks very nice, the only problem we have found is that the TV is extremely slow to start. So far the TV has worked well.
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I have not used the set as a PC Monitor, in fact I never even thought about it.Why would you use it as a monitor, when there are plenty of alternative for a LARGE screen monitor????Please resppond
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You can't connect to this monitor with those kinds of signal ports. The monitor only has one analog input ("VGA") and the other is the high-performance input, direct digital ("HDMI").You have:Line out video (this is called "composite video")S-video out (step above composite)Component video out (this is Red, blue, & green with sync, better than S-video).If you wish to use a PC LCD monitor for general purpose video then you'll have to spend the extra money to get one with the composite and/or component video inputs. I know one 23.6" (or is it 24"?) LG model handles this, near $300. You can't connect to this monitor with those kinds of signal ports. The monitor only has one analog input ("VGA") and the other is the high-performance input, direct digital ("HDMI").You have:Line out video (this is called "composite video")S-video out (step above composite)Component video out (this is Red, blue, & green with sync, better than S-video).If you wish to use a PC LCD monitor for general purpose video then you'll have to spend the extra money to get one with the composite and/or component video inputs. I... » Read More You can't connect to this monitor with those kinds of signal ports. The monitor only has one analog input ("VGA") and the other is the high-performance input, direct digital ("HDMI").You have:Line out video (this is called "composite video")S-video out (step above composite)Component video out (this is Red, blue, & green with sync, better than S-video).If you wish to use a PC LCD monitor for general purpose video then you'll have to spend the extra money to get one with the composite and/or component video inputs. I know one 23.6" (or is it 24"?) LG model handles this, near $300. « Show Less
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Ello Peter ... there's a toggle switch on the front of the monitor ... which honestly I've never used, as I've only ever had one device with it. I've either had my PC plugged into the DVI port - or - now - currently - I'm using it as a short term solution till I figure out which tv I'm going to purchase next.Thanks.
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It has an HDMI port. So, depending on the monitor, I can often just use that. If the monitor only has VGA then I have a little HDMI to VGA adapter that I use. Bought it online. Was pretty cheap - just watch out which ones you buy. Some of the super cheap ones are not supported.
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The tv does not have a specific input for a PC. You can purchase a DVI to HDMI converter and then use it as a computer monitor within the resolution constraints. The TV supports up to 1080p while most computer monitors support 1280p.
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Unless you have some special speakers all computer spekaers and monitors will connect with the new and newer systems... you may have an issue with the monitor as most current systems have dropped the old VGA pin connector in favor a the new DVI/HDMI connections... so worst case you have to buy a cheap converter or invest in a new monitor... your eyes will appreciate that!
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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.
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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.
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Not tried it but my guess is, no. It's way underpowered to run anything over 800x600 resolution and that's below the minimum for most Windows OS since...Vista.Might work in VGA mode, 640x480 but you can't 'use' Windows at that point.
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I am using the monitor on a Windows based (Gateway) computer. It works as any other monitor (except it is large) and the use of the number of windows that can be opened depends on the operating system. So, if you are using Windows, you can display as many as the computer can generate. I have a similar ViewSonic monitor as a secondary screen on my iMac, and it also displays as many windows as the system can generate.
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Hi George. I'm not an expert on monitors, but I just had my tech guy install the LG monitor on the wall behind my desk, and once I figured out how to set it up to its native resolution, it looked great. My tech guy didn't address the issue of whether it was a true monitor or a TV, but I've been very happy with it so far.
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I think like AC, hardware proble. I use my 24" monitor and my tv. But i can use my display too. Press window key + P and choose duplicate or extend, than open the screen and you should have image in the display...
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I purchased "1080p Hdmi Male input to VGA + Audio Output Cable Converter Adapter for Hdtv Pc" at Amazon's suggestion. I was unable to view laptop images on my LG HDTV. The laptop has a Nvidia card and works with analog TV. My solution was to purchase another computer (used) with an HDMI output - not very economical but it did work. KS
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I have used a 42" Visio TV which works very well. I've also used the Adafruit 3.5" TFT Touch Screen display that connects to the GPIO. It work works quite well. I haven't been able to get a VGA adapter to work with my HP 1280 X 1024 monitor yet though. I'm trying various configuration changes, but have had no success yet. I haven't tried composite video yet, but intend to give it a go soon.
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It pretty much addapts to your pcs standar refresh time .... you wont have any issues with it playing the videos at a slower fps than your pc...its an identical match to what your computers refresh is :-) ...i Have both the vga and the HD versions and there wonderful ..never had issues and its been about a year