Two monitors, two rooms

[Imaya]

Hi, I was wondering if such software exist. I have a mac pro in my home office and would like to also plug a second monitor (HD TV) in the living room. Is there a way for me to see what is showing on the TV?

I want to use that instead of streaming to my apple TV in the living room which is unable to play 1080p movies.

Of course I don't want to mirror both monitors, I would like to be able to look at my emails in the office while my girlfriend watch a movie.

Thank you!

 

[alust2013]

You could just connect the tv as you would another monitor, provided you can find a cable that long. Then you just set it up as a separate monitor and you could play movies, etc through iTunes

 

[zachsilvey]

If you want to be able to do other stuff on the second monitor while the HDTV is watching video full screen use Boxee. It's the only software I know of that doesn't cancel full screen when you click out.

Apple TV would be a much better choice though.

 

[ShamrockSolace]

Currently running this set up

I use the TV as an extended desktop. I use F8 Spaces for viewing both monitors. The main issue I have is that the keyboard and mouse are in the office.

I have tried remote desktop on iPod touch. Didn't like the speed through wifi and screen was difficult to use as a remote desktop. Had Keyscan RF remote, that did not work, range was bad.

Still looking for a solution for controlling the computer when in the living room. Currently walking is the solution that works.

 

[Dave Braine]

Have you got an iPhone? If so use Teamviewer.