Connecting TV to Computer

Bunter_2

Hi Folks

I currently connect my computer to my TV using the VGA ports at both ends.

I have a VGA port and a HDMI port on my TV and a VGA port and DVI port on my computer graphics card.

My question is this! If I purchase a graphics card with a HDMI port will I then be able to connect the computer to the TV using the HDMI ports?

Thanks

KillerWatt

Bunter wrote: »

My question is this! If I purchase a graphics card with a HDMI port will I then be able to connect the computer to the TV using the HDMI ports?

Yes


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Bunter_2

Thanks killerwatt

Supplementary question!

Would be grateful if you could tell me if there is a significant improvement in graphics display when using the HDMI ports rather than the VGA?

fwor

The picture quality should be slightly better.

Incidentally, you should be able to use a DVI to HDMI cable with your existing card - the digital signal format is compatible, though you will need a separate connection for sound, as DVI does not carry that.

Bunter_2

fwor wrote: »

The picture quality should be slightly better.

Incidentally, you should be able to use a DVI to HDMI cable with your existing card - the digital signal format is compatible, though you will need a separate connection for sound, as DVI does not carry that.

Thanks fwor I was wondering about the DVI/HDMI connection possibilities. I do use a separate connection for sound, at present.

Well worth considering before I purchase a new card.