Using my HDTV as a monitor for gaming

[Darco32]

Hi,
Newbie here,as the title says I am finding it hard to get a solid answer.i use a 560ti oc gpu at the moment and would like to attach it to my full HDTV. My tv has a pc mode via a vga cable with a max res of 1920x1080 with a full aspect ratio. It also has a hdmi mode with a max res of 1080p:1920x1080 with a full and 4:3 aspect ratio. Will I get a good clear picture.I have heard some horror stories about getting the settings right. Th card itself has 2 dvi ports and a mini hdmi port. I assume there are connections that can bought to convert different types of cables. Anyway any help or advice would be greatly appreciated.

[jagabo]

Yes, it can be done. It works best if your HDTV has a non-overscan mode. Ie, with pixel-for-pixel mapping of a 1920x1080 source. I have a 46" Samsung 4665 HDTV hooked up to my computer via HDMI. It's perfectly sharp. Just like a giant computer monitor.

[Darco32]

Cheers mate,appreciate the quick response. I have to find out if my tv has over or underscan.