Can't I just use a cheap TV? at DVinfo.net

Mark Argerake · January 20th, 2003, 09:00 AM

Why can't I use a cheap TV from Costco or Walmart as a NTSC monitor while editing? I know it's resolution isn't going to be the greaest, but if a lot of what I'm putting out is gong to VHS, it's just going to be shown on someones TV.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bh3.sph/...ID=F2BF3952BB0

I found this on B&H but for that price I could score something really nice for the family.

Jeff Donald · January 20th, 2003, 09:16 AM

This thread may be of interest to you. If your work isn't for broadcast or you can accept inconsistencies in your color workflow than a good consumer monitor may be fine.

Jeff

January 20th, 2003, 09:00 AM	#1
Mark Argerake Major Player Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Murrieta, CA Posts: 227	Can't I just use a cheap TV? Why can't I use a cheap TV from Costco or Walmart as a NTSC monitor while editing? I know it's resolution isn't going to be the greaest, but if a lot of what I'm putting out is gong to VHS, it's just going to be shown on someones TV. http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bh3.sph/...ID=F2BF3952BB0 I found this on B&H but for that price I could score something really nice for the family.

January 20th, 2003, 09:16 AM	#2
Jeff Donald Warden Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Clearwater, FL Posts: 8,287	This thread may be of interest to you. If your work isn't for broadcast or you can accept inconsistencies in your color workflow than a good consumer monitor may be fine. Jeff