Q. I want a small screen for my room so i can game on it (ps3 and laptop games). I dont want to spend over 200 and i want at least 19". What are the pros and cons of a lcd tv vs lcd monitor (i can get a larger moniter for cheaper)?
A. The main difference between the two is connection types. The LCD TV will have more TV related connection formats (Component, Composite, S-Video, Stereo RCA, etc.) and built in speakers. The LCD Monitor will have more Computer related connection formats (VGA, DVI, etc.). But if both have HDMI, then you're likely able to use either equally.
But the speakers could become an issue. The PS3 is going to send out audio via HDMI. And as is my understanding, its not going to give you audio via anything else at that point. So if you go HDMI into a Computer Monitor with no speakers, your PS3 has no sound. So you would need a Computer Monitor which has an audio output port that you can hook up speakers to. Many have them, but its just something you need to make sure of.
In smaller sets, a Computer Monitor is more likely to actually have a higher resolution. A smaller 720p TV is likely 1024x768 or something like that. But you can get smaller computer monitors that are more in 1440 or such type resolutions. So for the computing related things, that might be an advantage to have.
If you can find a Monitor with audio out for speakers, I think that might be the best bet. I would look at Dell or Samsung myself, but I guess everyone has their own preferences with monitors.
But the speakers could become an issue. The PS3 is going to send out audio via HDMI. And as is my understanding, its not going to give you audio via anything else at that point. So if you go HDMI into a Computer Monitor with no speakers, your PS3 has no sound. So you would need a Computer Monitor which has an audio output port that you can hook up speakers to. Many have them, but its just something you need to make sure of.
In smaller sets, a Computer Monitor is more likely to actually have a higher resolution. A smaller 720p TV is likely 1024x768 or something like that. But you can get smaller computer monitors that are more in 1440 or such type resolutions. So for the computing related things, that might be an advantage to have.
If you can find a Monitor with audio out for speakers, I think that might be the best bet. I would look at Dell or Samsung myself, but I guess everyone has their own preferences with monitors.
Which LCD HDTV should I buy?
Q. So I am planning to buy a 26" LCD HDTV for $300-$500. I found 2 at costco. Here are the links...
http://www.costco.com/Browse/Product.aspx?Prodid=11220721&whse=BC&Ne=5000000+4000000&eCat=BC|79|2341&N=4001382%204294908729%205000014&Mo=7&No=0&Nr=P_CatalogName:BC&Ns=P_Price|1||P_SignDesc1&lang=en-US&Sp=C&topnav
and
http://www.costco.com/Browse/Product.aspx?Prodid=11239587&whse=BC&topnav=&browse=&lang=en-US
Which out of the two would you choose? I am using my tv mainly for my xbox 360 and just watching tv. Now don't tell me to go buy a Sony or Samsung. I can't afford +$600. I am only 16 years old.
http://www.costco.com/Browse/Product.aspx?Prodid=11220721&whse=BC&Ne=5000000+4000000&eCat=BC|79|2341&N=4001382%204294908729%205000014&Mo=7&No=0&Nr=P_CatalogName:BC&Ns=P_Price|1||P_SignDesc1&lang=en-US&Sp=C&topnav
and
http://www.costco.com/Browse/Product.aspx?Prodid=11239587&whse=BC&topnav=&browse=&lang=en-US
Which out of the two would you choose? I am using my tv mainly for my xbox 360 and just watching tv. Now don't tell me to go buy a Sony or Samsung. I can't afford +$600. I am only 16 years old.
A. If I was in your situation, I would save. Because walmart, costco units are cheap for a reason.
The westinghouse line are crap. When its out of warranty and it breaks you trash it.
The thing is if you dont buy a quality unit the first time, you could end up paying more when the el cheapo craps out.
Even with an extended warranty, costso doesn't do repairs there, they try to find and call around for people near by to do the repairs for them. Most of the time, service's reject it, service only what they sell.
The sony has a 26 M series I believe for $699. Trust me its worth it in the long run.
The westinghouse line are crap. When its out of warranty and it breaks you trash it.
The thing is if you dont buy a quality unit the first time, you could end up paying more when the el cheapo craps out.
Even with an extended warranty, costso doesn't do repairs there, they try to find and call around for people near by to do the repairs for them. Most of the time, service's reject it, service only what they sell.
The sony has a 26 M series I believe for $699. Trust me its worth it in the long run.
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