On a previous occasion we have explained to you how you could see the computer screen on the television , an excellent option when, in a specific way, we want to make a presentation to someone and we need a much larger screen.
However, in the event that what you prefer is to use the television as a computer monitor , always configuring it this way, you should know that it is necessary to follow a series of basic steps to ensure that you have the correct cable, and, above all, everything, that the size of it is adequate.
This is mainly due to the fact that it is not the same to use a TV occasionally for a photo or slide presentation with family or friends, than to take the computer directly to the television to be able to always work. And it is that, sometimes, the size can be very large, and it is possible that the result in terms of distance between us and the device could end up not being adequate.
How to choose a TV to use as a monitor
When it comes to avoiding vision problems related to the use of a television (especially when we tend to use it for many hours a day), it is essential to take into account the distance at which we stand from it .
In the case of occasional use, it is true that this distance is not so important, since, in most cases, the most common thing is that we use it to teach something to someone, so that we will keep at a distance more or less safe (for example, it is normal to connect the computer to the television to show the photos of the holidays, and sit on the sofa, so we do not need to be very close).
However, when we use the television to work daily (something more and more common with the arrival of teleworking ), there is no doubt that things can change slightly.
If we are going to place the television on the wall or on the desk table where we usually work, possibly the most advisable thing is to opt for a television with a maximum size of 32 inches , which will also depend on the depth of our table.
Thus, if the television has 32 inches, it is best to place ourselves at a distance of between 70 to 80 centimeters, while if it exceeds this figure, the recommended distance would be more than 1 meter.
In case we simply want to use a television with a size similar to a common monitor (between 19 to 27 inches), you can place yourself at a distance of between 60 and 70 centimeters, which would be the usual background for many desk tables.
Remember that the key is not having to strain your eyes because the size of the television is small compared to the distance we are at, and not having to constantly move your head to be able to see all the elements on the screen when it is very big.
How to connect the TV to our computer
Assuming we have the correct cable, it is necessary to bear in mind another important element: our television and computer must be compatible with each other. Fortunately, most of the time it is enough to simply connect them together and turn them on.
Of course, we must make sure that the TV is configured in the correct screen connector , which would be the one we use to connect it to our PC. If so, the login screen (Windows or Mac) should appear within seconds.
Today, most modern televisions use HDMI connections , just like most modern graphics cards. Although everything will depend on the device, since they could support HDMI or DisplayPort . However, the older ones will only offer VGA or DVI-D.
In case we realize that our television is not completely compatible with the connector of our computer, do not worry: with the help of an adapter to convert one connector into the other it will be enough.
Therefore, the steps to follow are actually very simple: once the television is placed in the correct place, you just have to plug it into the electrical current and connect the HDMI, DisplayPort, VGA or DVI-D cable to the television, and then do the same. own with the computer.
If all goes well, when you turn on the computer and choose the appropriate input on the television, the PC or Mac login screen should appear immediately.
Of course, if you feel that the resolution is not exactly what you expected, or if it even looks blurry, you may need to manually set the correct one. To do this, go to the properties of the screen (both in Windows and in Mac), and perform some tests to find the native resolution of the TV, until you find the correct one.
