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Posted: 2007-09-08 03:04:07 by veronica
Thank you..... is very nice to be able to listen as well as I see my movies....awsome
Posted: 2007-10-01 12:43:19 by Andrew
Excellent guide, thanks for the information! Very helpful!
Posted: 2008-01-18 07:51:32 by shane
i hooked up the cable that has 15 pins to my t.v and i still cant get it to come up on the screen....do i have to change something on my puter for it too work??? plz and thanx
Posted: 2008-01-18 07:56:10 by lobo235 - Netlobo Staff Member
shane,
You most likely will need to enable the second display. In Windows this is typically done bye right-clicking the desktop and choosing 'Properties'. In the Display Properties window that comes up there is a settings tab that will allow you to enable the second display.
If you still can't get the image to show up then you should experiment with different Screen Resolutions and Screen Refresh rates (refresh rates are changed by clicking the 'Advanced' button. If you have your manual for your TV it may have information on supported display resolutions and refresh rates.
Let us know if you continue to have problems and we will try to help out more.
You most likely will need to enable the second display. In Windows this is typically done bye right-clicking the desktop and choosing 'Properties'. In the Display Properties window that comes up there is a settings tab that will allow you to enable the second display.
If you still can't get the image to show up then you should experiment with different Screen Resolutions and Screen Refresh rates (refresh rates are changed by clicking the 'Advanced' button. If you have your manual for your TV it may have information on supported display resolutions and refresh rates.
Let us know if you continue to have problems and we will try to help out more.
Posted: 2008-01-23 16:50:48 by dave
trying to get my sony viao lap top to run threw my philips hdtv. laptop has only one out put which is VGA,my tv has HDMI outputs????
Can any one inform he as to how i connect to tv and what cables i need........ thanks
dave...
Can any one inform he as to how i connect to tv and what cables i need........ thanks
dave...
Posted: 2008-01-23 17:01:37 by lobo235 - Netlobo Staff Member
You will most likely need a VGA to Component cable adapter. Amazon has a number of them like the following:
Dayton HD15-RGB-15 VGA To Component Video Cable
If your laptop has a DVI output (usually white) you can get a DVI to HDMI cable which will give you better image quality. Here is a link to a DVI to HDMI cable:
Cables To Go - 40320 - 2M (6.5ft) Velocity HDMI to DVI Digital Video Cable
Dayton HD15-RGB-15 VGA To Component Video Cable
If your laptop has a DVI output (usually white) you can get a DVI to HDMI cable which will give you better image quality. Here is a link to a DVI to HDMI cable:
Cables To Go - 40320 - 2M (6.5ft) Velocity HDMI to DVI Digital Video Cable
Posted: 2008-01-29 22:38:52 by GK
Thx for the informations. I always watch movie with lapton on TV, so that means all cables and connection to TV works gud. It is simple great.
But now my laptop monitor is broken, I would like that when I switch on the computer the video output goes directly to TV.
How can I do that?
THX!!!
Pls write me an email: ggk66@hotmail.com
But now my laptop monitor is broken, I would like that when I switch on the computer the video output goes directly to TV.
How can I do that?
THX!!!
Pls write me an email: ggk66@hotmail.com
Posted: 2008-01-29 22:42:13 by lobo235 - Netlobo Staff Member
GK, I am not aware of a way to set the TV as the default monitor until Windows starts up. Even then I think you need to have the TV connected with a VGA or DVI cable so the computer recognizes the TV as a monitor. Once you are in windows you can right-click the desktop and choose properties. Go to the Settings tab and you will be able to specify which monitor you want to be the default and you can turn off the laptop's monitor. I hope this helps!
Posted: 2008-01-31 13:17:48 by jack
I have a question i used a vga cable to hook up my desktop to my olevia hdtv flat screen but it wont work now that i got a laptop any idea why?
Posted: 2008-01-31 13:20:17 by lobo235 - Netlobo Staff Member
jack,
With the laptop you may need to specifically enable video output through the VGA port. In Windows this is usually done by right-clicking your desktop and choosing 'properties'. Then go to the 'Settings' tab and from there you should be able to enable the second monitor (which in this case would be your HDTV).
Hope this helps!
With the laptop you may need to specifically enable video output through the VGA port. In Windows this is usually done by right-clicking your desktop and choosing 'properties'. Then go to the 'Settings' tab and from there you should be able to enable the second monitor (which in this case would be your HDTV).
Hope this helps!
Posted: 2008-02-06 07:01:08 by sheena
ok so i have a dell inspiron 1501 i believe ...i bought it new last year, in may, it was right after vista first came out.. anyways, i looked all around it and i have noo idea what ur even talking about!! i have a newer hdtv, its only about a yr or 2 old too, cant remember the brand u think its like pro view or something, i have no idea what to do! pleasseee help, i need a manual like hooking up ur tv as a second monitor for dummies, seriously!! Thanks in advance!!
Posted: 2008-03-01 08:54:40 by terry
I have an acer with only a vga output, is there a way to send video to a standard tv using vga or usb
Posted: 2008-03-01 09:01:10 by lobo235 - Netlobo Staff Member
Posted: 2008-09-15 07:59:43 by Victor
hello,
Nice guide, however, I am using an HP laptop, which has an HDMI output. I connected that with my tv, and I also have a 720p version of the matrix on my laptop.
When i run the movie using VLC player, it's a .mkv file, it doesn't appear to be in HD at all, just regular quality.
how do I make it actually BE said 720p from my laptop to the HDTV?
the tv I am using is the new Samsung LN46A750
Nice guide, however, I am using an HP laptop, which has an HDMI output. I connected that with my tv, and I also have a 720p version of the matrix on my laptop.
When i run the movie using VLC player, it's a .mkv file, it doesn't appear to be in HD at all, just regular quality.
how do I make it actually BE said 720p from my laptop to the HDTV?
the tv I am using is the new Samsung LN46A750
Posted: 2008-09-15 08:04:23 by lobo235 - Netlobo Staff Member
Victor,
One thing that is important to note is that you will get the best quality if you can use your HDTV's native resolution. On my older HDTV (which is 720p) the native resolution is 1366x768. 1080p HDTVs usually have a native resolution of 1920x1080. Matching up your laptop's output resolution through the HDMI to your HDTV's native resolution will give you the best results.
lobo235
One thing that is important to note is that you will get the best quality if you can use your HDTV's native resolution. On my older HDTV (which is 720p) the native resolution is 1366x768. 1080p HDTVs usually have a native resolution of 1920x1080. Matching up your laptop's output resolution through the HDMI to your HDTV's native resolution will give you the best results.
lobo235
Posted: 2008-10-07 13:39:35 by GG
I connected my HDTV and laptop wuth an S-video cable, but all I get on the TV is my wallpaper,no cursor or anything else; even though the laptop screen shows everything
Posted: 2008-10-07 13:42:08 by lobo235 - Netlobo Staff Member
GG,
It sounds like your computer is using your HDTV as a secondary monitor. You can try dragging a window or icon to the right edge of your laptop screen and see if it shows up on the HDTV. If the right side doesn't work then try dragging to the left, top, or bottom.
Most of the time there will also be a setting that will allow you to just have the same thing shown on both monitors instead of using them as separate work spaces.
lobo235
It sounds like your computer is using your HDTV as a secondary monitor. You can try dragging a window or icon to the right edge of your laptop screen and see if it shows up on the HDTV. If the right side doesn't work then try dragging to the left, top, or bottom.
Most of the time there will also be a setting that will allow you to just have the same thing shown on both monitors instead of using them as separate work spaces.
lobo235
Posted: 2008-10-29 14:13:36 by rk
Hi Good information.
I connected Svideo cable and able to view the output on the TV But No sound, for that I had connected headphone jack and tv audio using a Y cable but still no sound is coming. Laptop and TV individually I can listen the sound but not when connected with a Y cable. Am I using a wrong cable or my TV Audio output jack is corrupted. How do I find if so.
Please help me in this.
Thanks
Rk
I connected Svideo cable and able to view the output on the TV But No sound, for that I had connected headphone jack and tv audio using a Y cable but still no sound is coming. Laptop and TV individually I can listen the sound but not when connected with a Y cable. Am I using a wrong cable or my TV Audio output jack is corrupted. How do I find if so.
Please help me in this.
Thanks
Rk
Posted: 2008-11-24 21:45:21 by MDY
Hello. I have a Inspiron 1525 and would like to hook it up to my television (8 year old Panasonic) to watch movies. Do you know if there are any cables I can purchase to hook the two up?
Thanks!
Thanks!
Posted: 2008-12-01 08:55:58 by Patricio
I have an Dell Inspirion 1525 with an HDMI output plug and a Toshiba HD TV. I used a HDMI cable to link the laptop and the TV and I could get image in the TV, but no sound at all. What else should I do/chack/change to get sound in the TV? Can you help me out? Thanks for the help
Posted: 2008-12-01 08:58:59 by lobo235 - Netlobo Staff Member
Patricio,
Like most laptops, the Inspiron 1525 does not send sound through the HDMI port. You have to run the audio separately using one of the following cables:
3.5mm headphone to RCA cables
lobo235
Like most laptops, the Inspiron 1525 does not send sound through the HDMI port. You have to run the audio separately using one of the following cables:
3.5mm headphone to RCA cables
lobo235
Posted: 2008-12-11 16:27:51 by sonya818
Hi I have a Dell Latitude and I have hooked up my laptop to my tv. The problem is that it shows the welcome screen and then my desktop but as soon as the windows music starts, it goes to showing no signal. I did the whole display options thing but it isn't offering any choice to change monitors.
Sonya818
Sonya818
Posted: 2008-12-11 16:29:42 by lobo235 - Netlobo Staff Member
sonya818,
Did you try pressing the Fn (function) key and F8 to change the display settings? Most dell laptops use Fn-F8 to switch between three modes:
1. Laptop Monitor only
2. Laptop Monitor and External Monitor
3. External Monitor only
I hope this helps!
Did you try pressing the Fn (function) key and F8 to change the display settings? Most dell laptops use Fn-F8 to switch between three modes:
1. Laptop Monitor only
2. Laptop Monitor and External Monitor
3. External Monitor only
I hope this helps!
Posted: 2008-12-18 13:12:55 by W
HIYA, I HAVE A LENARO HDTV, AND A ADVENT LAPTOP, both have hdmi connections, i have plugged the cable in, and for a plit second i had my desktop on the tv, but when i started to watch a film, the tv went blank, and all i get now is nothing! when i reboot the laptop, the tv flickers with desktop, any ideas???
Posted: 2008-12-18 13:15:29 by lobo235 - Netlobo Staff Member
W,
Check the monitor settings for Windows to make sure it is configured to use both the laptop screen and the HDTV. If you need help changing the monitor settings just do a google search for "change monitor settings" and you should see some resources to help you.
Check the monitor settings for Windows to make sure it is configured to use both the laptop screen and the HDTV. If you need help changing the monitor settings just do a google search for "change monitor settings" and you should see some resources to help you.
Posted: 2009-02-16 22:50:33 by Rich10120
Hi
I have purchased the lead to view my lap top on my Sony HDTV,which works fine I can view my desktop and access all my files however I a unable to play any avi files the programmes come up but unable to view images. I am running VLC, windows media 10 & Real player....any one with any suggestions
Cheers
Rich
I have purchased the lead to view my lap top on my Sony HDTV,which works fine I can view my desktop and access all my files however I a unable to play any avi files the programmes come up but unable to view images. I am running VLC, windows media 10 & Real player....any one with any suggestions
Cheers
Rich
Posted: 2009-03-20 18:07:11 by Soa
Hey i got the recommended VGA to RGB Component Cable to hook up my Sony Viao to my Olivia HDTV...However no matter what i try i cant even seem to get any image on my tv...I've set the second monitor setting to 'attached' and messed with the screen resolution...dropping it down to the lowest 800x600 that i can....if anyone has any suggestions it would be appreciated....hopefully someone still checks this thread...
Posted: 2009-03-25 11:30:34 by Z
Hello,
I have a Sony VAIO FW270 laptop (Native HD1080p - 16:9 - 1600 x 900 resolution), which has HDMI output (a very good multimedia laptop with 16.4 inch dispaly).
Now I decided to buy a HD Ready TV, a Samsung 32A466 (so resolution 1366x768). When I connect the laptop to the TV with HDMI 1.3 cable resolution of the laptop changes to 1366x768 (this is okey), the blue-ray movies are stalling. Even with simple 700 MB movies there are some lines visible in action scenes.
Do you know what could be the problem? Why is it so slow? This laptop is for multimedia, but even so it is slow on output on HDTVs.. :-?
I have a Sony VAIO FW270 laptop (Native HD1080p - 16:9 - 1600 x 900 resolution), which has HDMI output (a very good multimedia laptop with 16.4 inch dispaly).
Now I decided to buy a HD Ready TV, a Samsung 32A466 (so resolution 1366x768). When I connect the laptop to the TV with HDMI 1.3 cable resolution of the laptop changes to 1366x768 (this is okey), the blue-ray movies are stalling. Even with simple 700 MB movies there are some lines visible in action scenes.
Do you know what could be the problem? Why is it so slow? This laptop is for multimedia, but even so it is slow on output on HDTVs.. :-?
Posted: 2009-04-14 14:40:21 by Oleg
Lobo235,
Thanks you for very informative article!
Thanks you for very informative article!
Posted: 2009-04-30 12:39:16 by Nathalie
Hi.
I have a HP Pavillion and a B&O television. Both have s-vhs output. I've bought a cable, but i can't get the picture to show. I've tried the fn-button, didn't work...What to do?
thanks in advance
I have a HP Pavillion and a B&O television. Both have s-vhs output. I've bought a cable, but i can't get the picture to show. I've tried the fn-button, didn't work...What to do?
thanks in advance
Posted: 2010-01-04 12:39:10 by mike
Thanks a lot for the guide! I'm a total noob at this stuff so you got me running in the right direction.
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Posted: 2010-01-19 07:07:33 by Shanna
I have a newer laptop with HDMI and an older (2003) plasma tv with a detached tv box. The TV doesn't have HDMI but does the RGB/DVI output. I have a connector cord to connect the HDMI on my computer to the DVI on the tv box and it doesn't work. Can you tell me what to do!?!?
Thanks!
Thanks!
Posted: 2010-01-19 07:23:00 by Cindy
We have a Sharp HDTV with 1080p resolution - it is approx 1 yr old. I have a Toshiba laptop that is about 6 or 7 years old. It has VGA output, no DVI or HDMI output. The TV has 6 input ports, ports 1 2 and 3 are RGB, ports 4 5 and 6 are HDMI ports. We bought a VGA to RGB cable, but when we plug it in I can't get the video to show up on the TV (tried the 2nd screen thing). It almost looks like from the TV manual (which isn't as helpful as I would like) that it will only accept PC input from ports 4 5 or 6. Do I need to buy a converter box instead of cables??
Posted: 2010-04-30 09:51:36 by khaled
THANKS!!! I hooked up my laptop tonight and got HD quality picture with great sound!!! Keep up helping people and may you get help when you need it!
Posted: 2010-04-30 14:47:05 by Jack
Im trying to get my Vostro 1310's audio up to my Samsung HDTV with a 3.5 mm phone cable But weve tried most sockets in our tv........help please?
Posted: 2010-06-30 13:48:39 by Jake
Hi,
I have hooked up my Pakard Bell Laptop to My Alba HDTV using a HDMI cable and nothing comes up. People say "make the tv your default monitor" or something but i looked through the display settings and I dont have a clue how to do it : ( help please!
I have hooked up my Pakard Bell Laptop to My Alba HDTV using a HDMI cable and nothing comes up. People say "make the tv your default monitor" or something but i looked through the display settings and I dont have a clue how to do it : ( help please!
Posted: 2011-02-19 20:09:30 by taz
hi, when i hook my hdtv ( sharp aquos) to my laptop using a hdmi (i have no other cable cable sockets on my laptop) my laptop screen just goes black.please can someone help me solve this issue.
Posted: 2011-07-03 22:40:57 by Laura
i was wondering, if we can hook our laptops to the tv, would it damage or fry either my laptop or tv? i tried it and works but im afraid it will damage them.
Posted: 2011-09-19 08:02:36 by dani
I got the tv and computer hooked up and switched the hdtv setting to rgb input and I have the adio cord pluged in but now nothing will change.. what settings do I have to change on my computer?
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