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Andybtsn

Andybtsn

Andybtsn

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Yo guys,

Your help required.

I have a PC that uses a 19" monitor. I want to re-locate my downstairs 360 upstairs, the only feesible place for the 360 is to be on my desk (with the PC), sooooo, I want a 32" to replace the 19" TFT.

What 32" should I go for, I'll need to use the TV for my PC monitor as well, my PC only has one VGA connection, how can I switch between the two? Also, sound, my sound system has no inputs whatsoever, just a 3.5mm jack into the PC so I need to upgrade this too..

What do you recommend?

Cheeeeeers!
 
Ultra_Extreme said:
you need a video switch (known in IT circles as a KVM) to share the single VGA although i would think you'll use composite and VGA if your running a 32" TV yeah? Biggest problem you'll have is resolution, aim for a 1080p TV if you can afford it.

Which one is up to you. Big brands like LG and Samsung have come out with <£500 32 + 37" sets theres not much to choose between them all if your going for a good make.
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I would use VGA from the 360 yeah, I thought about a KVM switch actually. I have one of them..

I don't want to spend more than £500 on a 32" really.
 
Thanks for the suggestions. Off looking tonight.

What about audio? I want a decent 2.1 setup with the required inputs to be able to use with my 360.
 
I might not use the TV as a monitor now, just gonna relocate the 19" TFT.

I'm still hunting for these Z550's. Where can I find them? How much are they usually?
 
Plumped for a good old Sammy 26" and a nice Creative 2.1 setup. Happy with it all!

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Thanks :)

One more question, the sound has a 3.5mm jack input. I have both my 360 and PC needing to go to it, can you buy a 3.5mm jack switch box?? Can't be bothered unplugging one to use the other.

Would be ven better if I could use both at the same time, is this possible? I have a splitter that I use with my MP3 Player so two people can listen to one song with two headphones. Will this work?
 
Youstolemyname said:
How is the screen for the PC and what res does it run at...and more importantly :)

How much :D if you don't mind me asking...
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I'm not using the Sammy as the PC monitor now, I have the monitor on my fridge :)

Cost just over £400. Paid a bit more getting it from a store but I couldn't be bothered waiting to order online.
 
Where did you get your three way switch box? Bit annoying as I like to listen to music whilst gaming but nevermind.

Usually find switch boxes on ebay but couldn't find any.
 
Youstolemyname said:
Cheers bud. As you can see I am after a monitor/ tv solution. Very tempted by the LG in my earlier post but can't help thinking 22" is not big enough...
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It might not that bad actually, I have to sit quite back to see the Sammy clearly. 32" would have been ridiculous!
 
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