Best LCD Monitor/TV tuner/DVD for use with MacBook

I am looking to expand my desktop with a 2nd monitor. As a bonus I would like the monitor to have a built in TV tuner NTSC and DVD player if possible.
Specifically what do I need to worry about for the computer desktop resolution/pixel count etc so the computer screens look good not just the HDTV content.
Using a MacBook with mini DVI to DVI connector to HDMI cable.
Warren Tripp
Madison,WI

hey there Ryan, welcome to discussions!
it can depend on what you're doing... i've discovered i can't edit in Final Cut Pro 6 using my 42" Sony LCD proj. HDTV, but i can use my 42" Sony to watch DVDs & HD QT content from Apple's site. i can display my e-mail but i can't read it @ 1920x1080i from 10 feet away, i need to use a lower rez. in this instance when Apple says it does/doesn't support something it means their tests have shown best results(does support-23" monitor for any/everything) or you can try but if it doesn't work it's a limitation we can't do anything about(doesn't support-42" does work but not for everything). this is how i've interpreted their specs as i've pushed the envelope for using my MacBook.
Apple's specs don't support using my 42" Sony, but it does work, just not for everything(like Final Cut Pro) as it falls outside of the "safe zone" of their testing where all of the MacBook's capabilities work well. buy/borrow a cable to try the MacBook w/ your TV or take the Macbook to a Store to see what you get.
good luck.

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