Converter Box to Computer Monitor

Ajax · 04-28-2009, 12:58 PM

I have a 19" Viewsonic monitor with a VGA connection and a DVI connection. What I'd like to do: I'd like to connect a converter box to my monitor and watch TV or use my computer. Is this possible if I get a adapter to convert from RCA to VGA or RF to VGA?

1inxs · 04-28-2009, 01:54 PM

You or a computer savvy friend would just need to install a NTSC tuner card into your PC tower and you'd be good to go.

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Originally Posted by Ajax

I have a 19" Viewsonic monitor with a VGA connection and a DVI connection. What I'd like to do: I'd like to connect a converter box to my monitor and watch TV or use my computer. Is this possible if I get a adapter to convert from RCA to VGA or RF to VGA?

cowboyup4christ · 04-28-2009, 02:54 PM

most tuner cards are now digital so you would not need a converter box.

staticMHZ · 04-28-2009, 08:48 PM

I'd just get an ATSC tuner card for your computer. There are 2 types. The PCI cards that you put on your motherboards PCI slot or the USB external tuner sticks. Make sure it's an ATSC/Digital card as NTSC won't work anymore.

The USB sticks are more expensive, though.

all4him1958 · 07-28-2009, 02:20 PM

So, what if I wanted to do this from my laptop? Can I? I am tired of my huge tv and can't afford a flat screen right now but my Aunt gave me a 22" flat screen monitor that I have been able to connect to my dvd player but not to my converter box. You said I won't need the converter box with a tuner card? Can I get a tuner card for my laptop?

Aaron62 · 07-28-2009, 03:54 PM

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Originally Posted by all4him1958

So, what if I wanted to do this from my laptop? Can I? I am tired of my huge tv and can't afford a flat screen right now but my Aunt gave me a 22" flat screen monitor that I have been able to connect to my dvd player but not to my converter box. You said I won't need the converter box with a tuner card? Can I get a tuner card for my laptop?

What kind of connection do you have available on the back of the 22" flat screen? A single yellow rca? VGA? DVI?

all4him1958 · 07-28-2009, 05:31 PM

Ok, so I went to Radio Shack and found a usb tuner stick on sale. Looks like I'm going to be able to use the monitor as a flat screen.....cool! BTW, thanks cowboyup4christ I checked your other comments and got good info on the best converter boxes. You are very knowledgeable and you made this whole process a lot simpler for me.
God Bless You!

Ajax · 08-04-2009, 06:14 PM

Just got an email about this post being updated last weekend. I may have to look for a cheap usb tuner but I can't find anything under $55

Ajax · 08-04-2009, 06:15 PM

I'd still just like to use my converter box and computer monitor instead.

1inxs · 08-04-2009, 08:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Ajax

Just got an email about this post being updated last weekend. I may have to look for a cheap usb tuner but I can't find anything under $55

Ajax, Unfortunately it'll be tough to get it done for less than $55.00 The USB tuner will probably be the least expensive route. Watch the classified ads and ebay for a good second hand USB tuner. Maybe you could find one for less. Here is another thread with information.
Converter for my LCD monitor


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