How to watch web video on your TV

Internet video has the potential to be a great democratizing force in the age of big media.
However, many people find it uncomfortable to watch longer videos on their computer.
TV is better configured for leisurely family viewing, and adds value to the viewing experience, while the internet adds unlimited potential for programming content. This entry presents some easy and inexpensive ways to watch web video on your TV. I look forward to adding your comments, questions and additions to this posting.

I do not have a video port on my desktop PC, so I use a converter from Grandtec that outputs my monitor to a video cable. This has worked well for me, and it is a good solution if your TV is in the same room as your PC. Here are some links to Grandtec products.

This is like the unit I have (cost$90).

This is Grandtec's most inexpensive unit for a hardwire connection (cost $50).

This is their wireless unit with an effective range from 125’ - 150’. (Cost $150)

Here are some videos about linking your computer to your TV.

Dummies guide: How to hook up your computer to your T.V
This is a really easy guide on hooking up your Computer to your T.V using a necessary s-video cord and changing a few settings on your computer.


Another video an hot to hook up from nHANDz.com and a link to their website.

The PC to TV chip from Quartics
A look at what is coming down the line. Quartics describes its PC to TV USB Monitor Chip that enables video and graphics content from PCs and laptops for display on TV using a USB cable without additional graphics cards.