I am considering connecting an LCD monitor to my notebook.
I was originally thinking to connect the notebook to the TV, but I rarely watch TV shows, so I think I will actually just connect to an LCD.
What are the options for running a DVD player?
I am looking at this monitor... Syncmaster 243t it does not have composite inputs, so I assume with it I would need to run a DVD through my notebook via a PC compatible model, correct?
Do other LCD monitors allow standard DVD players to play through them rather than a tv monitor?
-Paul
Most PC LCD monitors sport connections common to computers, but a few sport analog connections like composite, S-Video, and component. Take this monitor from HP for example: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824176104
The majority of DVD players sold today (above $50 or so) will also sport an HDMI connector. This connection will be easier to find on PC LCD screens, like this one from Acer: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824009175
If your monitor doesn't sport a connector commonly found on DVD players, you can always just play DVDs through your notebook... assuming it can play DVDs.
Thank you. I am leaning to the 243t because I have someone who can sell me one for $150. I understand it takes digital or analog input as well.
You are a great help Matt!
Glad to help. :)
The Samsung Syncmaster 243T sports VGA and DVI-D (Digital RGB) inputs (no composite, S-vid, HDMI, or component video) according to the manual (warning, pdf link), so connecting something like a standalone DVD player may be tricky. Your best bet if you go with this monitor (and why not, $150 seems like a good deal) is to play DVDs through the computer.