Can I use PC Monitor as TV?

Jeff121

I have a spare 17" PC monitor, is there any way of connecting it to a Freeview box and using it as a TV?
Unfortunately no scart plug connection on monitor. Monitor model is Yusmart 17" TFT Monitor - 178QP 12ms with Built-in Speakers.
Thanks..

woo

If you graphics card has 2 video outs you could get an freeview adapter for your pc and do it that way.

Jeff121

Thanks, but was hoping to use monitor as a stand alone TV but guess this wont be possible without it being linked via PC..

woo

Found this on Amazon which may suit your needs...
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Hama-SCART-To-VGA-cable/dp/B0002W69MY

Jeff121

Thanks for that, had a look at product, I will print off the page and call into local Maplins, will try it out, monitor isnt getting used so if this works will use in spare room.

norbie

Maplin sell a product called a VGA Box with a tv tuner built in.
You could also plug a freeview box into it (just a standard one) I believe maplin have them for £25 as well at the moment!.

Don't forget you will need speakers if your monitor doesnt have audio built in.

Jeff121

Thanks norbie, I will check this out in Maplins, have looked at Maplins website but couldn't find it. Monitor has built in speakers.