HD stands for High Definition. HDMI stands for High Definition Multimedia Iterface. HDMI is the input for 1080p HD programming. HD is the actual resolution 1920x1080p is the standard for HD currently. It stands for 1920 horizontal lines and 1080 vertical lines (This creaes a little over 2 megapixlels). These lines refresh to create the image and the more lines the beter quality that you see. the p stands for progressive scan where the entire image is refreshed at once. 1080i is interlaced so half the lines refresh and the other half next. The time between the two is very miniscule. 720p is also HD by the way and it is shown with component cables (this also shows 1080i). The HDMI cable and port transmits 1080p image. Most HD progamming on cable and satellite is 720p although 1080p is used on some PPV chanels. Blu-ray is completely 1080p. DVD's don't use HD although they can be upconverted in a blu-ray player, but it won't be quite as good as a blu-ray disc.
A monitor only accepts either VGA, DVI or VGA and DVI. Just FYI, DVI is the same as HDMI just they have a different connector. Both carry a digital signal. If you have more connections you have a TV monitor, and it should be fairly easy as plugging in the wires. The Wii comes with a composite cable to output 480i. You can also purchase a component cable to output 480p. Buying a capture card is not the best solution but it will do the job. The problem with a capture card is it introduces a huge deal of lag. The lag comes from the computer having to process the image, then display it on the monitor. That process takes a slight amount of time but will still cause lag no matter how fast your computer is. It is not a direct input into the monitor. The solution for a direct input into your monitor is to purchase a composite or component, VGA converter. It looks like a box where you plug in the composite/component into holes in the box, then it changes it into a VGA cable and you plug that into your monitor. If you only have a DVI open, use a VGA to DVI adapter. One should have came with your graphics card on your computer or you can pick one up for $5. The converter box itself will vary from $20-$100 so be prepared to spend some $$$. The capture card will also be around the same price but the converter has no lag so its better. As as side note, when you connect the Wii to the monitor, the image will be garbage no matter what unless your monitor is less than 15", where you eyes can't notice. The reason is 640x480 is being directly plugged into a monitor with a resolution way greater. Anyways quality is terrible. But hey, it works. ______________________________________________________________________ My personal opinion is don't bother cashing out to just play Wii on your little monitor. Cash out $20 and just buy a small, old TV. ______________________________________________________________________ When people say Nintendo should release a VGA connector for the Wii just like the Xbox 360, they just don't understand. Most monitors have resolutions greater than 640x480. The difference is Xbox 360 supports "HDMI" so its good for resolutions up to 1920x1080p It will have a clear image no matter what monitor you have unless you have 2560x1600 (HUGE MONITOR) As soon as you plug a Wii into a monitor, you have garbage quality instantly because of 640x480p being the maximum output the Wii can handle. The Wii's hardware in not capable of playing a game smoothly with good graphics AND outputing HD at the same time. That's why its games are low graphics and the max resolution is 640x480p. The Wii was meant for most families so even the less than middle wage family with a non-HDTV, can play Wii on their small little TV, more money for Nintendo.
The BURNNIE Show / We are a non profit charity 501(c)3 (ID 41-1645062) which offers a tax deduction for your charitable donation. Thanks for checking out The BURNNIE Show! We hope you're enjoying the thoughtful content we are providing for children. It's important to us that we make a connection with children and their families while teaching them to live a life with Jesus. We don't like thinking of this as just our show but as a show that belongs to everyone. You see, The BURNNIE Show isn't sponsored by any church or big corporation, The BURNNIE Show is completely funded by generous donations from people like you. We're very thankful for the help we've received so far, but our costs are on-going. So if you'd like to continue to see quality programming like The BURNNIE Show on the web and on TV, please consider partnering with us. Any amount helps. The BURNNIE Show is produced by a 501c3 ministry, so you can be sure all your U.S. based donations are tax deductible. Thank you for your support.The BURNNIE Show is a Christian television show for kids that is produced by RTC Inc., dba Reaching the Children Media. RTC and The BURNNIE Show is a 501c3 non-profit ministry whose sole mission is to share God's love with all people, especially kids. What makes "The BURNNIE Show" unique? The goal of each "BURNNIE" episode offers discussion starters between parents and their children. "The BURNNIE Show" is driven by a specific intent to present an inspirational and educational concept. Positive values combine with additional efforts in promoting children's social, emotional, behavioral health with an introduction to God's Word and Truth. Episodes support parents, caregivers, teachers and other professionals in their work with children. Although many preschool aged children love "The BURNNIE Show," the design of each "BURNNIE" episode is strategically assembled to present one topic at a slow pace appropriate for our intended audience of 5 - 11 years old. You will not find a distracting set of sub plots. You will not find loud and harsh characters. "The BURNNIE Show" is crafted to create something "real." Aside from one pinch of fantasy with "BURNNIE" as a talking rabbit, each episode presents real people in real to life situations. The true to life design of the program enhances the ability for parents, grandparents, teachers, and caregivers to open a line of communication on important topics with their children.The BURNNIE Show is not sponsored by any church denomination or television network. It is fully supported by its viewers. All U.S. donations are tax deductible. Show Details The program is geared to compete with and is as well-produced as any secular children's programing-but without the questionable messages and influences. It's upbeat, positive, lively and modern. The BURNNIE Show utilizes the latest technology in filmography to help convey the important biblical messages taught. It's produced in full HD (1920x1080p). Each episode takes the viewer through the daily triumphs, trials, and tribulations of being "BURNNIE." BURNNIE makes many mistakes with humorous results as he learns life lessons and tackles the general ups and downs of growing up. The BURNNIE Show, one rabbit puppet and a live cast, is a children's television series about BURNNIE T. Bunnie, magic shop employee, learning a new character building lesson each episode through hare-larious adventures. Kids will fall in love with puppet and magic shop worker BURNNIE as he humorously navigates growing up in Christ. Each episode is "lightly seasoned" with a faith based message. The faith based inclusion is interdenominational using a Bible verse as the basis of the character building message. For example: BURNNIE's Birthday / 1 Peter . . . "Show proper respect to everyone." The verse is mentioned several times throughout the program. Each 30 minute episode focuses on specific traits such as respect, telling the truth, self concept etc. One puppet character, BURNNIE, and a cast of live actors, helps bring the program to an elementary age target with an appeal to an adult audience as well. Episodes progress from the TREGGLLUSIONS Magic Shop, to the Christy Creams Ice Cream Parlor, and to a variety of interesting locations filmed at businesses, museums, attractions, etc. throughout the U.S. as the story line indicates. Episode returns to the magic shop and the TREGGLLUSIONS auditorium where a live audience of children enjoy a grand illusion performed by Steve and Faith TREGGLLUSIONS. The BURNNIE Show is available locally on KELO's MyUTV each Saturday at 11:30 (cable channel 10 or digital 11.2) The BURNNIE Show is viewed in the United Kingdom through the UCB network and to Australia, The Netherlands, and Jamaica. Watch on the National Religious Broadcasting station Direct TV ch. 378 Saturday at 7:30 AM EST The BURNNIE Show is viewed on line at related link below.