How to convert Coaxial TV signal into VGA or DVI?

Question

I plan to get a new monitor (http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824254001)
with both VGA and DVI inputs. My computer's video card is fairly old and only supports VGA output.

Is this PCI interface tuner card (http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814122180)
all I need to watch TV on my monitor?
The reviews are quite varied. I have a coaxial cable signal coming out of the wall (no need for a cable box or satellite or anything).

Is this the appropriate product? Should I upgrade my video card? Is the included software adequate or can you recommend something better?

I am familiar with the workings of a computer, but have never attempted a TV-to-PC project before and would like to know if I'm on the right track.

Thanks alot!

Answer 1

Looks like the right idea to me.


It is probably worth your while to upgrade your video card and use the DVI input of the monitor. Reasonable DVI cards are not that expensive these days.

Check the requirements of the tuner card and software. It may give you a direct-X level requirement or some other requirement that your video card will need.