Hooking up Wii to Pc?

Redmo0n · 01-14-2008, 01:17 PM

I searched around and was unable to do what the title said, can anyone help me with this?

I have a x1950 gt that comes with

DVI-I Output
TV-Out with S-Video connector
VIVO with S-Video connector
HDTV Display support

Is there anyway to connect my wii to my video card (or pc)

jeller · 01-14-2008, 10:51 PM

For a second there, I was like...Nevermind.

If you mean to capture video, you can get a video capture card (newegg it/tigerdirect it/google it) or just record to a DVD on a DVD recorder. Chances are you got a DVD burner/ripper in that PC of yours.

Andyf · 01-15-2008, 03:59 AM

Its also possible to hook it up direct to your monitor, I believe, but that very much depends upon your monitor and connectors.

NvidiaDude · 01-15-2008, 04:59 AM

With a PC TV Card:
A TV card inserted into your PC may allow you to connect your system if the card has the proper connections (such as RF, A/V, S-Video, component, or Coaxial). However, we have found that the image quality is not as clear as it is on a TV, in most cases.

With a Direct Connection (RGB or DVI Cables):
Nintendo does not manufacture any cables to make an RGB or DVI connection. While other companies may manufacture wires that can make this possible, we are not able to recommend them, as they are not licensed by Nintendo.

Redmo0n · 01-15-2008, 06:45 AM

thx for your replys, i have a fair idea of what i need now.

If i see the cord(s) ill pick them up

NvidiaDude · 01-16-2008, 02:52 AM

Okay Good Luck.

CalcProgrammer1 · 01-16-2008, 09:23 PM

I use my old TV Wonder VE to record my Wii when I play, but I usually play it on the TV. I made a quick video on how to install a PCI TV card and connect a composite video device (Wii) up to it and record.

YouTube - PC Stuff: Video Capture from Consoles (like the Wii)

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jeller True Techie Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 133	Re: Hooking up Wii to Pc? For a second there, I was like...Nevermind. If you mean to capture video, you can get a video capture card (newegg it/tigerdirect it/google it) or just record to a DVD on a DVD recorder. Chances are you got a DVD burner/ripper in that PC of yours.

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01-15-2008, 04:59 AM	#4 (permalink)
NvidiaDude TorrentWhore Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: United Kingdom, Leicester Posts: 1,800	Re: Hooking up Wii to Pc? With a PC TV Card: A TV card inserted into your PC may allow you to connect your system if the card has the proper connections (such as RF, A/V, S-Video, component, or Coaxial). However, we have found that the image quality is not as clear as it is on a TV, in most cases. With a Direct Connection (RGB or DVI Cables): Nintendo does not manufacture any cables to make an RGB or DVI connection. While other companies may manufacture wires that can make this possible, we are not able to recommend them, as they are not licensed by Nintendo. __________________

01-15-2008, 06:45 AM	#5 (permalink)
Redmo0n Techalicious Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Perth, Australia Posts: 1,219	Re: Hooking up Wii to Pc? thx for your replys, i have a fair idea of what i need now. If i see the cord(s) ill pick them up __________________ I gorge of your kudos.

01-16-2008, 02:52 AM	#6 (permalink)
NvidiaDude TorrentWhore Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: United Kingdom, Leicester Posts: 1,800	Re: Hooking up Wii to Pc? Okay Good Luck. __________________

01-16-2008, 09:23 PM	#7 (permalink)
CalcProgrammer1 Ultra Techie Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Illinois, USA Posts: 991	Re: Hooking up Wii to Pc? I use my old TV Wonder VE to record my Wii when I play, but I usually play it on the TV. I made a quick video on how to install a PCI TV card and connect a composite video device (Wii) up to it and record. YouTube - PC Stuff: Video Capture from Consoles (like the Wii) __________________

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