How to connect HTPC to TV? (1 Viewer)

[AnandS]

I am buying a new home and it is in beginning construction phase. I have decided that I will do HTPC...but my PC is in a different room. I would like to use the computer for general purpose (photoshop/word/excel/internet) in my office. But then also have the HTPC feature available on my TV in living room.

I have HDMI connection right now on mobo already plus have two DVI connections that I am using for 2 monitors.

So I have to run cables...wondering what I should be running...HDMI cable alone or I will also need a Ethernet connection from PC to TV?


Note: I am not planning on using the computer at the same time that I may use HTPC features...Unfortunately, I haven't figured out a way to be in two places at the same time yet.

 

[schan1269]

The only reason you need an internet connection at the TV is if you buy a TV with smart features...and plan to use them.

 

[mattCR]

HDMI alone is sufficient, that's audio and video. Everything else will be done by your HTPC

 

[AnandS]

thank you.

 

[AnandS]

Are the one directional long run HDMI cables ok for this? I have to make a run of at least 75' from PC to TV

 

[schan1269]

Buy a 75' hdmi...move your TV closer to check the cable. If 75' causes issues...run hdmi/cat.

 

[AnandS]

thx

 

[Dan Driscoll]

Can app and firmware updates for the TV be unloaded and installed via HDMI? If not, then a network cable should also be run to the router or install a wireless dongle, if your TV has that capability.