is it possible to use my computer as a tv screen

Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.video (More info?)

The short answer is NO, as the S video port in the Dell is an output only
device.

You can buy very cheaply a 5" to 10" LCD panel for the car to accept video
from portable DVD players and PCs.
Have a look at http://www.strathfield.com.au/category.asp?CatID=49

cheers
BAR


"e" <anonymous@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
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> I recently purchased a new dell laptop. It has windows
> xp and an s video jack. I am taking a trip and would like
> to use it as a tv screen for my sons game system. I have
> the power adapter for the car for both the system and the
> computer. I would like to know if it is possible to view
> the video game on the lap top using an s video cable. I
> know that the s video jack allows me to view the laptop on
> a TV but is it possible to use it in the other direction?
> Thanks
> Eric