Has anyone use this TV as a computer monitor? If so, would you recommend it?
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I had to go into the settings and change the name to PC, which made it look much sharper like a regular monitor. I recall it's something like clicking in the HDMI that you're possibly using and then tools and search for PC I think. I installed a blu-ray player in my PC and keep having problems with software etc. For the costs, I could have bought a less hassle, much better blu-ray player without the annual software. Some of my blu-rays won't play and crash the computer to the point of shutting down on the PC alone. Doesn't seem to be a fix so far.
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I'm using it as a monitor right now - LOVE it! The only thing is, and I'm not sure if it's my computer or the monitor, is is goes BLACK for a couple of seconds every once in awhile. No big deal as it returns right away, even before you could grab the remote. I haven't noticed it do that wile using any of the TV functions yet, but I haven't had it very long.
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The resolution is great. I use it mostly as a computer monitor. It's in my craft room, so it's used as a TV too. Hooked up directly to cable line, so there isn't any kind of interference at all. I love the large size for a computer monitor, but still large enough to watch TV on!
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Don't use it as a monitor, use it as a TV. Very clear, but a little dark and I can't figure out how to lighten it up enough. Also, for my uses, it is too small -- my fault.
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Has anyone tried this yet? Thinking of getting this tv and this info would help me decide.
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We are using it as a computer monitor. Not sure if it could be used as a TV or not.
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It will be the nicest monitor you ever connected a computer to. Use HDMI out from your computer.
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im probably posting to late to help you.. but for anyone else.. i use this computer with an HDMI cable hooked up to my HDTV.. i havent done dual monitors.. but others have posted they've had success with it.. i think the HDMI hook up is great.. cause it plays both video and audio.. no need for computers speakers... i hook up this computer to my HDTV 32".. and Hi Def content looks great..
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You have to put it in HDMI-for use as a computer monitor.Other HDMI inputs,won't work.Check your tv,owner manual,on input devices.Another thing is,is that you hook everything up,before you turn on your computer,otherwise it will show wrong format,on your tv screen.
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I used mine connected to a small TV in my kitchen. I don't know about a computer monitor.
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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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I have, it looks great, very high resolution, looks awesome playing HD quicktime movie trailers on it. Connect my Powerbook through mini-DVI to DVI converter, then use a DVI to HDMI cord its pretty huge though.. for a monitor for regular use, in my opinion, but maybe i'm just used to my 13" powerbook screen.
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Unfortunately I was not the one to set this Toshiba 40E210 40 Inch 1080P LCD TV for cable viewing. The setup was done by our local cable company technician to match the setting of the cable box attached to the TV. If you call your cable or satellite provider they usually do this service at no cost to you. The monitor settings are going to be based on the available settings on your computer's video card. Generally I do this by eye to find the sharpest setting visually of the desktop. I minimize all other windows and only focus on the desktop icons for this task, ensuring that nothing looks fuzzy to me and the entire screen is filled. I hope this helps you in setting up your new wonderful Toshiba 40E210 40 Inch 1080P LCD TV. Please feel free to ask any other questions you might have. SMILE
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I enjoy helping answering questions, but I gotta say, this has been answered time and time again by many responders. Please take a moment and read previous replies and/or look at specs for this TV.
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Yes! It makes a great monitor, I have my computer hooked up via HDMI cable. Thats all you'll need.
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right now I am using it to view my computer on my monitor and on my HDTV hope that helps you
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If your computer has an HDMI port to connect to the TV. I found the VGA connection to be rather poor. But when i connected through the HDMI it was flawless.
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The TV can be used as a primary monitor. You will need to change the input source on the TV and have your computer connected via the appropriate video input (there are several options). There is also audio input capability if your PowerPoint includes audio too. I have hooked up my notebook and run slideshows using this model TV. Results were acceptable.