tech sectiontech sectionThe Galaxy Tab by Samsung is a portable tablet powered by the Android 3.1 Honeycomb operating system. With a widescreen HD (1280x800) 10.1" display, it allows you to browse the Internet, download content, stream movies and audio and read digital books. If you want to view your tablet's content on a larger display, connecting your device to your TV may be necessary. Connecting your tablet to your TV takes minutes to complete.
The Samsung Galaxy and Galaxy 2 series phones have the ability to send video output to a television or monitor through the micro USB charging port. You will need to purchase a special micro USB to HDMI cable. You can find the cable online, or at stores that sell cellular phone accessories. The phone will automatically sense the cable and feed the image on the screen to your TV.
RGB stands for the three primary color signals -- red, green and blue -- used to illuminate a video screen for television or computer monitors. When sent as three discrete signals, they ultimately produce pictures with more realistic colors. Many people use the term RGB to generally identify any cable, connection, format or monitor that uses separate color signals. An RGB cord commonly refers to the single multi-conductor cable used with the VGA format.
Sometimes called component cables, RGB cables are used to transfer high-definition video content. The RGB acronym stands for Red, Green, Blue, the standard colors for the cables and their corresponding input ports. RGB cables have become more common along with HD televisions.
Most modern HD televisions come equipped with a VGA (Video Graphics Array) port on the rear of the unit. This port is rectangular in shape and has rows of pin holes where you insert the cable plug. Many modern laptop computers also come with a VGA port. If both your TV and your laptop computer have VGA ports, you can connect the two devices and watch television on your computer.
Connect your HTC EVO to your TV to view videos saved on your phone's drive on the TV's larger screen. While the EVO includes support for apps, email and Web browsing, it also features a micro HDMI-out port that allows you to establish a connection between your phone and TV. Once the connection is made, watch digital videos, slideshows and YouTube right on your TV.
The HTC EVO 4G features a micro-HDMI port that can output high-definition video to compatible displays. The smartphone is exclusive to the Sprint network and was the first 4G phone released in the U.S. Native HDMI capabilities limit the HTC EVO 4G to an output resolution of 720p and support by specific applications.
The HTC Evo smartphone has an HDMI jack on the bottom of the phone so that you can connect your phone to a television to show pictures or watch videos on a larger screen and in high definition. A mini-HDMI to HDMI cable is needed to complete the connection and is available in electronics stores or online. You also need a television with an HDMI jack to enjoy your pictures and videos.
Hook up your DLNA TV to your network so you can enjoy the multimedia content from any computer on your network on the larger screen. DLNA, or Digital Living Network Alliance, TVs are certified to connect to a network and other devices regardless of manufacturer. The connection requires standard networking cables so you can start browsing the Internet on your TV or viewing digital photos in no time at all.
The type of cord you need to connect your plasma TV to your Macbook Pro depends on the types of ports on both devices. Use the specifications and parameters of your system balanced with your own preferences to decide what's best for your setup. All types of video cables are hot-swappable, meaning you can plug them into your TV and Macbook Pro while they are on, and you will see a picture almost immediately.
Hook up your DLNA TV to your home computer to watch digital videos, view photos and browse websites on the TV's larger screen. Use the HDMI or VGA port on the side of your computer to establish a connection between the DLNA TV and the graphics card of your computer. A DLNA TV is certified to connect to a network and also to a number of other devices, such as digital recorders, printers and cell phones, regardless of manufacturer.
Motorola's Droid X was released in July 2010 for Verizon Wireless. It runs on Google's Android operating system and is supported by Verizon's 3G network. The Droid X is not able to used on Verizon's 4G LTE network, as the first devices compatible with the technology were not released until 2011.
The Samsung Vibrant and the HTC Evo 4G are both smartphones that run Google's Android operating system. Despite some general similarities, the two smartphones differ in several ways. According to 2010 CNet Reviews articles, the Vibrant is "sleek and fast" and one of "T-Mobile's top smartphones for entertainment," while in comparison, the Evo is "easily Sprint's best smartphone" and one of the "top Android devices" available.
The Toshiba SD-P1750 is a portable DVD player from Japanese consumer electronics manufacturer Toshiba Corp. Its defining characteristic is a 7-inch widescreen with thin film transistor and liquid crystal display technologies. At the time of publication, the SD-P1750 is a discontinued product. However, customers can purchase the product from some online retailers at an approximate price range of $70 to $90.
The Droid and the Evo are two of HTC's most popular products. As of 2011, the company offers four different versions of the Droid, two of which are the same price as the Evo. However, only one of these, the Droid Incredible 2, includes a full-sized touch screen. This makes it the more comparable to the Evo than any other Droid model.
The HTC EVO 4G features a HDMI Type D, or Micro HDMI, display port on the bottom of the phone, which allows you to connect the EVO to a television or monitor. Connecting your EVO to your TV allows you to view photos and videos stored in the phone's memory or on a MicroSD memory card inserted into the phone on a larger display.
The HTC EVO 4G's screen is capable of displaying content ranging from videos to photos, but at times, a larger display can improve your viewing experience. With the EVO 4G's HDMI-out capabilities, you can export your phone's display onto an HDMI-capable display, allowing you to watch videos, for example, in a size closer to how they were intended to be seen. To do so, you'll need an EVO 4G HDMI cable.
The Droid X and the Evo 4G are two touchscreen smartphones based on Google's Android operating system. Both are built around a 4.3-inch diagonal display, which is among the largest displays on any phone. Both handsets support all of the expected smartphone technologies, including Bluetooth, speakerphone, GPS and Wi-Fi networking. Neither one has a physical keyboard, relying instead on a keyboard displayed on the touchscreen. The lack of a physical keyboard is seen as a negative by some users, but it does allow the device to be physically smaller. Both devices are $149.99 for customers signing a new two-year agreement,…
Share the content from your iPhone on a larger screen by connecting it to a digital projector. Use an Apple Digital AV adapter to get the content to the inputs of the projector. The iPhone features support for external monitors and will not require you to install any additional software or "apps" to get the connection set up. The adapter features an additional connection port so you can attach a power adapter to the iPhone while it is connected to the projector.
The PlayStation 2 is a video game device with multiple options to connect to a television set, both analog and digital. From the old fashioned RF connections to the digital component outputs, the variety of PlayStation 2 connections ensures that no players will have problems connecting their systems. Just keep in mind that most cables are sold separately and prices vary depending on the quality.
A computer with an Internet connection gives you access to a vast range of video programming, from movies and vintage television shows to news programs and sporting events. If you have a standard television with at least one video input, you can often connect your computer or laptop to stream video content for viewing on a larger screen. Standard televisions, especially older analog models with a CRT (cathode ray tube), will have either a composite video input for use with an RCA-type cable or an S-video socket. The connection and setup should take less than 10 minutes.
The Evo 4G is a model of smartphone that runs the Android operating system, allowing you to make calls, send text messages, receive emails and surf the Web. This device features a built-in camera that allows you to take photos and videos and an HDMI video output so that you can view these items on an HDTV. In order to connect the Evo 4G to your TV, it must have an HDMI input and you must have the proper cable.
A laptop connected to an RCA TV will typically use one of two cable types to transmit the video signal. On newer TV and laptop models, an HDMI (high definition media interface) cable is often used to send a digital signal. Older laptops with a 15-pin VGA (video graphics array) port hook up to the TV with a VGA to RCA cable adapter. If you have problems viewing video on an RCA TV connected to your laptop, try troubleshooting the connection.
The Dell Inspiron 1520 is a laptop computer with an S-video port for connecting to a television or monitor. A standard, seven-pin S-video cable connects to the port on the laptop for sending a video signal to your television set. This enables you to view content on a larger screen. Function keys on the Dell Inspiron let you turn the built-in screen on or off. Hooking up the laptop to a TV takes less than a minute.
The Panasonic Viera is a line of HDTV sets available in a variety of screen sizes, including LED and LCD display formats. All Viera models are equipped with a digital audio output jack that lets you connect the HDTV to external audio devices such as a sound bar, which is a multi-speaker component that mounts above or below a TV set. Sound bars are available from several manufacturers with different features. If your sound bar has a digital optical input, you can connect it to a Panasonic Viera.
Sony LCD Projectors display the images, presentations and video from your digital files on a much larger display area. While the technology that runs the projector is advanced, the connection process is straightforward. Use the HDMI port on your Toshiba Qosmio laptop to hook up the video port on your computer to the input on the Sony projector.
A TV screen can be great for viewing the output of other devices. Especially where laptops are concerned, the larger screen improves readability and allows for many viewers to view the computer's output comfortably. PowerPoint presentations, for example, are greatly improved by a larger display. Unfortunately, there is no standardized way for computers to interface with televisions, so this process can be frustrating. The most important factors to keep in mind are the port types on both your computer and your television.
The HTC Evo 4G contains a number of high-end smartphone features like a 4.3-inch touchscreen, an 8-megapixel camera, Sprint's 4G data speeds and even an HDMI port. You can use the HDMI port to view your Evo's images and videos on a compatible HDTV. The connection is automatic, as long as you have the correct cable running between the two devices. The HTC Evo 4G uses a micro HDMI port, while almost all televisions use a regular-sized HDMI port.
Laptop computers are typically equipped with a video output socket for connecting an external computer monitor. You can use virtually all video outputs on a laptop to connect a TV, although you may need an adapter to work on some television sets. Video adapters are available at computer and electronics stores. Use the laptop's display adjustment features to fix output problems, such as small or distorted screen size on the TV once you connect it to the laptop.
A Web cam typically connects to a PC or laptop with a USB cable for communicating over the Internet. Some newer television models are equipped with a USB port among other audio-video jacks for connecting equipment, but you can still connect a Web cam to your TV even without a USB socket. Buy an adapter cable with a USB plug on one end and RCA composite plugs on the other. Vurtually all TV sets are equipped with RCA jacks. You'll also need a female-to-female USB adapter to hook up the Web cam's cable to your adapter cable.
The Panasonic Viera plasma television allows users to watch programming in high-definition quality. The Viera comes in an array of sizes, takes up little space with its flat-screen design and features several picture quality controls. Besides the basic picture settings ("Brightness," "Tint" and "Color"), the Viera includes advanced settings to accommodate specific video components. Access the picture controls with the remote control so you can fine-tune the components of the Viera screen.
The Panasonic Viera Link simultaneously controls components connected to the TV with the remote control. The number of devices that can be controlled by Viera Link corresponds with the number of HDMI terminals available on the back of the TV.
Virtually any laptop can be connected to a Samsung TV using the video output port on the laptop that is designed for connecting to an external monitor. Samsung TV sets have a round S-video jack on the back for connecting video components. Even if your laptop is an older model, with a 15-pin Video Graphics Array output jack, you can still connect to the Samsung with a VGA to S-video interface cable. These cables are available at computer and electronics stores and also online.
RG6 is a type of coaxial cable commonly used to transmit a video signal to a television, such as from a cable box to a television. Since the connection jacks can vary on different brands and models of equipment, you may need to convert the RG6 cable to RGB component cable in order to hook up your system. You'll need an adapter cable available at electronics stores to join the two cable types.
Panasonic Globarange phones make it possible to make phone calls with land lines or over the internet. The Internet phone calls use Voice over Internet Protocol (VOIP) technology, which converts voices into data. Phone calls between Globarange users are free for the first three years and users do not have to enter a service agreement. To lock the dialing features on a Globarange phone, the user creates and enters a four-digit PIN number using the dial pad.
Upon receiving your Sanyo's flat-screen TV, you might have a few questions about the basic setup and operation of the device. Following a few steps will have you operating your TV effectively and efficiently in little time. Learn to properly power your remote control, set up your television for first-time use, attach external speakers, scan your cable network for channels and navigate through memorized channels.
Sanyo's Vizon HT30746 high-definition television is a mid-range unit with a 30-inch, flat wide screen, menu options in English, Spanish and French, and a three-line digital "comb filter" for optimum programming. With a built-in digital and analog tuner, as well as automatic channel search, Vizon TVs can provide thousands of hours of high-quality viewing of your favorite programming.
Mitsubishi HD 1080 televisions have two basic options for connection to a laptop: HDMI and S-Video. High-definition multimedia interface (HDMI) is a common connector used with high-definition (HD) devices that allows the transfer of both audio and video simultaneously. Separate video (S-video) transfers only video, so you must use a separate audio cable or external speakers if you do not want to rely on the laptop's internal speakers. HDMI is preferred over S-video, because it transfers both video and audio, but if your laptop only has an S-video out, then that is what you must use.
Whether you are viewing your latest downloaded movie or sharing those pictures you never printed, hooking your laptop to your larger television screen is easier than it seems. Knowing how to correctly identify your specific connection needs and how to properly tune your television and laptop are essential for achieving undistorted images.
Downloading movies, music, photos and more is easier than ever. Laptops offer compact convenience but lack a large screen for viewing and sharing media. Connecting your laptop to a larger television screen offers a solution to this problem. Clear, undistorted images and sounds can be obtained with the correct cable connection and proper settings.
While almost every TV supports RCA out for audio signals there are other ways to get audio signals from a TV. HDMI, coaxial, and 3.5 mm cables are all possible means of exporting audio signals from a TV. The device(s) that the audio signals are being exported to must also have the proper connector ports in order to receive the signals. Most newer receivers for home theater systems will have a HDMI input and also coaxial. Headphones and computers will be able to connect to a 3.5 mm port.
Many video devices have upgraded the default video connection from RCA to S-Video, which provides a higher-resolution image. If you have a television that does not have an S-Video hookup, it is possible to add an S-Video jack to the set yourself.
Many televisions come with a multitude of input options that can be confusing to someone who is unfamiliar with new technology. Televisions are able to connect high-definition multimedia interface (HDMI), video graphics array (VGA) or S-video. Depending on which options are available on your laptop, you may be able to use one or all three to connect to your television and begin watching videos.
Using your laptop, even at maximum resolution can still result in a picture that's too small to see the details of, or share with other viewers. Toshiba's L305D-S5834 laptop model, however, comes with a VGA output port that allows you to connect the laptop to an external display. As long as the display contains a 15-pin D-sub VGA input connector, the laptop will recognize it and use it as a monitor, stretching the video display enough so that it's easily seen by a roomful of viewers. JVC's line of LCD TVs comes with the VGA input available, making them usable…
When you become used to watching your favorite programs and movies on a 32-inch LCD TV, it can be hard to go back to working on your computer monitor screen. However, there is a simple method of syncing your 32-inch LCD TV screen with your laptop or PC. All you need is a 15-pin VGA cable, available from any electronics store.
Viera flat-screen televisions are manufactured by multinational electronics corporation Panasonic. The Viera televisions include several "Lock" features for protecting children from watching mature content on TV. The lock feature can be used to cover entire channels or simply specific television programs. It can also be used to restrict the use of video games consoles by preventing access the the TV's inputs. Cancelling the locks on a Panasonic Viera is quite straightforward and will only take a few seconds.
Modern-day television technology provides impressive picture and color quality in all different styles and sizes. While laptops also provide amazing quality, the overall picture size remains small. Some people wish to connect their laptop directly to the TV and get the best of both worlds. Connecting your laptop to the TV screen provides better quality and sound, perfect for gaming and watching movies. Using the right cables, you can easily connect your laptop to your TV.
Laptop computers equipped with an HDMI (high definition media interface) port connect in seconds to an LCD TV with HDMI. A single HDMI cable sends high-definition video and digital audio from the laptop to the LCD with one connection, making it simple for you to enjoy HD content on a bigger screen or use the LCD as a second monitor.
If your computer is equipped with a TV tuner, you can connect the PC or laptop to a television for enjoying shows on the larger screen. Newer computers might be equipped with an HDMI (high-definition media interface) port for transmitting a digital image to a compatible HDTV. Use an S-video cable to hook up an older computer.
One popular design feature with laptop computers is the ability to route the video signal to an external monitor, which is often a flat panel TV such as those manufactured by Toshiba. Though the specific audio and video input types available on TVs will vary by model, primarily whether it is a newer or older model, Toshiba's current (as of October, 2010) lines of LCD and LED TVs all feature a PC input, with an accompanying audio input to convey the sound as well. Making this connection can be done with the proper cable, provided your TV does offer this…
Most laptops include an S-Video cable port that allows them to be attached to a TV. Upon doing this, you can configure the laptop to display on the TV screen instead of the laptop. When you need to run a PowerPoint presentation or watch a DVD with an audience, and you'd rather not force everyone to watch on a laptop's small screen, putting the display on a TV is the best solution.
The Dell Optiplex 330 is the company's entry-level desktop computer, with a VGA (video graphics array) port for connecting an external monitor or TV as well as a line out jack for transmitting audio through a 3.5mm stereo cable. You can connect the Optiplex to an HDMI Sony TV, but you won't be using the HDMI port. Instead, Sony's high-definition TVs are also equipped with a D-sub jack, which accommodates the VGA cable for the Dell Optiplex. The Optiplex does not have an HDMI port. Sony sets also offer a 3.5mm audio input for hooking up PC sound.
A Panasonic Viera television is a high-definition TV capable of displaying video in full HD 1080 resolution. However, you may discover the image currently on the Viera screen is of standard definition (standard definition has an image resolution of 480 or lower, including 420). If this is the case, you need to change the specifications of the cable/satellite receiver you have hooked up to the Panasonic Viera TV.
Extending your desktop from a Sony Vaio to a Philips TV using a VGA and S-video connection takes less than 10 minutes to complete and does not require you to open up your TV or computer. The entire process is done externally so you don not have to work with any exposed wires, you do not need any technical knowledge and you do not need any tools.
Selecting a new high-definition television (HDTV) can be a daunting task. With some many models on the market, the only way to make a smart purchase is to look closely at the features and technical details of each set. Kenstar, known for their kitchen appliances and heating solutions, released a 32-inch LCD television with a bevy of consumer-friendly features.
A serial cable connection between a TV and a laptop lets you output computer video content to the larger television screen. First you need to switch video output from the laptop screen to the TV by changing the signal. Most laptops use a hot-key combination to make the change.
The MP7640I is a multimedia projector manufactured by 3M. The projector is built with a variety of connection ports for hooking up different types of equipment, including an RGB port to connect with a computer. 3M includes the RGB cable with the projector so there is no need to buy any additional equipment or accessories. The cable connects to a standard 15-pin video socket on a PC or laptop.
Sometimes your computer screen just isn't big enough for your needs. During these times, you may find yourself considering the possibility of hooking your computer up to your TV in order to get a bigger screen. Ordinarily, this would be infeasible, as TVs and computers do not operate on the same video format. However, there are several converters which are capable of taking the video output from your computer and transforming it into output that is recognized by your TV. Of course, you will have to buy the converter and hook it up to both your TV and computer for…
Panasonic Viera HDTV sets are equipped with a special connection called a D-sub port for hooking up a personal computer or laptop using a standard VGA cable. This lets you view work or video from the computer on the Panasonic screen. Pressing two function keys switches the laptop over to the VGA output for the Viera connection. The entire setup takes less than five minutes.
Connecting your laptop to your LCD flat-screen television allows you to show pictures, videos and movies stored on your computer on a larger screen, making it visible for everyone in the room to see. This way, everyone in the room isn't crowded around your tiny laptop complaining that the picture is too small or the volume isn't loud enough.
You can turn your laptop into a home theater component or just enjoy viewing work on a larger screen by connecting it to a TV with a four-prong video cable, commonly known as an S-video cable. The cable connects directly from the edge of the laptop to the jack panel on the back of your television set to transmit laptop video to the television. You can view video on the TV alone or on both the television and laptop simultaneously.
In order to connect your laptop to your TV using RGB, you need an RGB adapter. RGB is also known as component video; it breaks up a video signal into red, green and blue. Laptops do not have RGB outputs. However, many laptops have VGA, DVI or HDMI outputs. An RGB adapter connects the single VGA, DVI, or HDMI cable to an RGB cable, which is actually three different cables tied together.
The memory stick is a compact storage medium developed by Sony for holding digital data. Memory sticks can be removed and transferred from one device to another device with a memory stick reader for sharing data. Sony TV sets are equipped with card readers to process the data on a memory stick for viewing slide shows from a digital camera or short video clips. The card inserts and can be removed quickly from the slot. Non-Sony TVs can be connected to a Sony PDA, which holds the memory stick and contains the software needed to play back content on the…
Toshiba LCD TVs are equipped with a 15-pin D-sub jack for a direct connection to the video output on laptop computers. This connection lets you view work and entertainment content from the laptop on the larger, flat-panel Toshiba. A standard VGA (video graphics array) cable, available at electronics and computer stores, connects the laptop to the Toshiba LCD.
The Panasonic Viera is a series of high-definition television sets with different types of video inputs for connecting components. To connect the video output from your laptop to the Panasonic, you'll need a standard VGA (video graphics array) cable that will attach to the D-sub 15-pin port on the edge of the Viera TV. Once the cable is connected, a simple hotkey combination turns off the laptop display and activates the output to the Panasonic. The hotkey combination varies depending on the laptop model.
Most Sony video cameras now record audio/video as a small clip and store the information on a built-in hard drive in the camera. This allows you to play the video content without actually rewinding a tape and searching for a specific scene. All the cables required to view the Sony video clips are provided with the camera, so you don't need any additional hardware to hook up the camera to an LCD television system.
RGB or component cables offer HD-quality picture and sound at a smaller price tag than other HD connections, such as HDMI cables. RGB cables break the picture into red, green and blue cables and break the audio signal into red and white cables; therefore, the process of connecting and using RGB cables is similar to using RCA (yellow, red, and white) cables. If you find that your RGB cables are not sending a signal to your TV, take a few simple troubleshooting steps to resolve the issue.
Panasonic makes a version of HDTV (high-definition television) that contains 12 to 18 connection slots to attach various audio visual (AV) components, such as a PC or gaming console. You can attach a computer to a TV via the high-definition media interface (HDMI) cable or the video graphics array (VGA) cable for older computers. You do not need to use any advanced wiring or adapters to perform this procedure.
Properly connecting your computer to a high definition (HD) TV will allow you to watch HD videos from your computer on your TV screen. A laptop computer with a HDMI port can transfer high definition audio and video signals to display on a TV through a single cable. The process of connecting a laptop to a TV through an HDMI cable does not include opening the inside of the laptop or TV, does not require any technical knowledge and can be completed within five minutes.
Digital TV sets typically offer two types of video inputs for connecting devices such as a laptop computer. The HDMI (High Definition Media Interface) jack transmits digital signals to the TV from a laptop equipped with an HDMI port. Older laptops with an analog connection port, such as S-video, can be connected to the digital TV's S-video socket. A quick glance at the ports on the laptop will determine which cable to use. HDMI is a six-sided port with the wider edge on top. S-video is a mostly round port with single flat edge on one side.
The RGB jacks on a television set are three video inputs that receive the three colored plugs on a component video cable. The red, green and blue plugs on the cable separate the video signal into three components for greater picture quality. A computer with RGB outputs can be hooked up to a TV RGB with a straight cable connection. However, an adapter will be necessary for computers that use a 15-pin Video Graphics Array (VGA) port for connecting an external video device.
Many laptop computers are equipped with a video output port so you can connect an external monitor for more comfortable viewing on a larger screen. A TV can also be connected to the laptop for watching online content, streaming movies on a big screen, or using the laptop's built-in DVD player for viewing discs. The S-video jack on a TV is a common connection point, although not all laptops have an S-video socket. If your laptop has a 15-pin video socket, buy an adapter cable with an S-video plug on the other end.
An RGB cable, also called a composite cable, is a common way of transferring analog video signals from a video source such as a DVD player onto a video display device such as a TV. An RGB cable typically consist of three wires: red, yellow and white. Video signals pass through one wire (yellow), and audio signals pass through the white and red wires. Knowing how to use a composite video cable can help you get more satisfaction out of your TV.
Blu-ray laptops have introduced a higher standard of video quality to personal computing, but sometimes that quality can be too high. Viewers with older televisions may have difficulty playing an HD movie on their television from their laptop. Blu-ray DVDs specialize in high-definition video, so they don't often come with alternatives for standard sets. Depending on your TV's inputs and your laptop's outputs, you might need extra devices to display the movie.
Most laptop displays are significantly smaller than a 32-inch television, so if you want to take advantage of the larger screen you just need to connect your laptop to your TV. The actual process of connecting your TV to your laptop is a simple one, but depending on the manufacture date of your TV and your laptop, there could be a few different connectors involved. Most laptops and TVs will have a 15-pin, or VGA, connector, but more modern models may have an available HDMI connector which is a higher quality connector and should be used, if possible.
The Samsung 27 Vizon is a 27-inch flat-screen, high-definition TV that can connect to digital and analog video sources. Hooking up a laptop to the Vizon means you can work or enjoy web content on a larger screen. Laptops are typically equipped with a 15-pin video graphics array (VGA) port to transmit video signals. The Vizon has an S-video input that can be used with an adapter cable to connect with most laptop models. Available at electronics stores, the adapter has a VGA plug on one end and an S-video plug on the other.
Laptop computers are great for taking with you and are powerful enough to be used as your everyday computing instead of needing a desktop computer. However, the portability of a laptop comes at a price since the smaller glossy screens make it difficult to enjoy what you are watching. Luckily, laptops can be connected to different monitors, such as compatible S-cart TVs. With these you can connect the two and watch your videos on a clear TV set.
You laptop lets you take your computer and important files with you, but the more portable a laptop is, the smaller the screen. A quick way to remedy a small laptop screen is to connect your laptop to a TV. If you have an old TV that doesn't have all the convenient connection options that the newer TVs now have, you can still connect your laptop computer to your TV.
RCA television sets are equipped with standard 1/4-inch sockets known as RCA composite jacks that connect with audio-video cables to hook up different types of electronic equipment. Most laptops are equipped with a video port known as VGA (video graphics array), which contains three rows of holes to receive the 15 connector pins inside the VGA cable plug. An adapter is needed to connect the RCA TV video input cable to the VA cable that outputs a signal from the laptop. Adapters are available at computer stores.
The Panasonic Viera TH-50PZ85U TV is a plasma high-definition TV (HDTV) with a 50-inch screen, measured diagonally. The set offers multiple ports for hooking up audio-video components, including a VGA (video graphics array) port for a direct connection to a laptop computer. The VGA port available on many laptops is typically used to connect an external monitor. Because the Panasonic plasma HDTV also has VGA, there is no need for an adapter cable, which is necessary for most other TVs to computer connections.
The multimedia capabilities of a laptop can really come to life when the computer is hooked up to a widescreen TV. Most widescreen sets are equipped with several types of jacks for hooking up video components such as a DVD player, VCR or Blu-ray player, but relatively few TV models have the 15-pin VGA port common on laptop PCs for hooking up a monitor. If the laptop has an S-video output, a standard S-video cable can be used for a direct connection to the TV. Otherwise, the laptop's VGA port can be used with an adapter to make the connection.
Toshiba laptops are equipped with several types of connection ports for hooking up components to the computer. The high-definition media interface (HDMI) port on the back edge of the laptop provides a straight connection to an LCD (liquid crystal display) flat-screen TV. The pins inside the six-sided HDMI plug transmit high-definition video and multi-channel digital audio in a single cable that takes less than a minute to connect between the Toshiba and an LCD TV set.
An audio and a video input are needed to view and hear multimedia content through a TV set. Many televisions come with a variety of input jacks for connections with other equipment, including a laptop computer, although older sets may need an adapter to convert the cable from a laptop into a jack that will work with a TV. Newer laptops and TV sets have high-definition media interface jacks that transmit video and audio in a single cable. Older computers use a 15-pin video port and a mini-jack for audio. These older models need adapters for the TV connection.
The Panasonic Viera is a line of HDTVs with 12 to 18 connection ports, depending on the model, for hooking up other AV components. The Viera is equipped with the two most common video ports for connecting a PC or laptop with either a high definition media interface (HDMI) cable or a video graphics array (VGA) cable for connecting to the video port commonly found on older computers and laptops. Either connection can be made directly to a PC without an adapter or any special wiring.
Connect your laptop to a TV set that uses RCA video connections with an adapter cable. This cable converts the VGA signal from your laptop to an RCA signal. Hook up a VGA cable to the adapter, then connect it to the laptop's video output port, which is typically used for connecting an external monitor. Most computer and electronics stores sell VGA to RCA adapters.
Gateway laptops are equipped with a VGA (video graphics array) port on the back edge for hooking up an external monitor. A TV can also be connected to the Gateway using the VGA port and an adapter to modify a VGA cable to an S-video connection that will work on the television. The delicate metal pins inside the VGA and S-video plugs must be aligned with the holes in their respective ports. Buy an adapter at a computer store.
There are two main ways to connect a laptop computer to a Mitsubishi TV, depending on the available ports. Mitsubishi high-definition TVs (HDTVs) are equipped with an S-video socket for an analog video connection, as well as a High Definition Media Interface (HDMI) port for connecting digital devices. The advantage of an HDMI cable connection is that it transmits both video and audio. If the laptop also has an HDMI port, this is the way to go. If not, an adapter will be needed to transform the laptop's video and audio outputs into connections that will work with the Mitsubishi.
There are two main ways to connect a laptop computer to TV audio, either for playing content from the laptop on the TV's built-in speakers, or sending TV audio to the laptop for recording. The connection requires a standard stereo cable with 1/4-inch plugs for the TV plus a Y-adapter with a 1/8-inch plug for connecting either to the laptop's headphone or recording jack. The setup should take less than five minutes by following the color-coded connections from the stereo cable plugs to the jacks on the TV.
Laptop computers can connect to an external monitor or television using the video port on the side of the computer, typically a video graphics array (VGA) port for connecting a standard VGA cable. This cable can be used for a direct connection to an LCD TV if it is also equipped with a VGA port. If not, an adapter cable must be used to convert the VGA connection on one end to an S-video plug that can be hooked up to the LCD TV.
Watching content from your laptop on your TV screen is possible if your TV and your laptop are HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) ready. With an HDMI cable connecting your laptop and TV, not only will you be able to use your TV as your laptop’s screen, but you will be able to view content from your laptop on your TV screen in high definition.
The Sony KDL-32L4000 LCD is a 32-inch, flat-screen television with several types of input jacks for hooking up audio-video equipment, including a laptop computer. Choosing the right cable for the connection depends on the available ports on the laptop for transmitting the signal. Newer laptops with a high definition media interface (HDMI) port can connect directly to the Sony TV's HDMI port. Laptops with only a video graphics array (VGA) port can be connected to the Sony's D-sub PC input jack using a D-sub cable available at computer stores. An audio cable with mini-plugs is also needed with VGA.
HP laptop computers are equipped with different types of connection ports for hooking up equipment to the computer, including a High Definition Media Interface (HDMI) port. The six-sided HDMI port transmits high-definition video and up to eight individual channels of digital audio in a single cable connection. The laptop's HDMI port connects to "high-def" equipment such as a plasma TV for viewing computer content on a much larger screen. HP laptops automatically detect a TV when connected to the HDMI port.
Toshiba laptop computers can connect to an external monitor for viewing on a larger screen by hooking up a VGA (video graphics array) cable from the port on the computer to the monitor. Connecting a Toshiba to a TV with RGB (red, green blue) component video jacks requires an adapter available from electronics and computer stores. The adapter unites the two different types of video cables and converts the VGA signal into a digital RGB signal that can be processed on the TV.
Acer manufactures a line of laptops with connection ports for hooking up other equipment such as a TV for viewing computer content on a bigger screen. The connection for transmitting video from the Acer is a Video Graphics Array (VGA) port on the left edge of the laptop. This 15-hole connection delivers a video signal to another device, typically an external computer monitor. Since relatively few TV sets are equipped with a VGA port, an adapter with an S-video jack on the other end offers a simple solution for connecting the two components.
A laptop computer running the Windows XP operating system can be hooked up to a television in two ways, depending on the available connections. Newer laptops with an S-video socket can be connected directly to most modern televisions with an S-video cable. Older laptops with a VGA (video graphics array) port for connecting an external monitor will need a VGA-to-S-video adapter, available at electronics and computer stores. Standard stereo cables and an audio Y-adapter provide the sound connection.
Connecting a computer to a TV makes it possible to enjoy multi-media content on the television's larger screen. Choosing the right cables for the connection depends on the available ports and jacks on the two components. Older computers, for example, will be equipped with a video graphics array (VGA) port commonly used to connect with an external monitor. This requires an adapter for the TV. Newer computers might have an S-video socket or high definition media interface (HDMI) port for conencting with an HDTV. A quick look at the back panel of each component will determine which connection to use.
Many newer televisions are equipped with a USB port that was only intended for a self-loading device such as a flash drive to be connected. This was created to view pictures, videos and compatible documents on the larger screen. Until recently it was not possible to use this USB port to connect your computer to use the television as a large monitor. The connection is now easy to create and soon you will be using USB to surf the Web on the big screen.
Connecting your laptop to a TV using an S-video cable allows you to view images from your laptop on your home or office television. The majority of laptops are designed to quickly connect to external displays, such as a plasma television. Check your laptop and plasma TV for the S-video jacks required to make the connection and obtain the needed cable. Hooking up a setup like this requires you to do only three principle things.
Windows Vista is a computer operating system developed and sold by Microsoft. The software comes bundled with multimedia programs that enable a computer or laptop to connect with a TV for transmitting video and audio. When a laptop is hooked up to a TV, web content and movies on DVD can be enjoyed on a larger TV screen. The connection with a laptop requires standard audio-video cables available at electronics and computer stores.
A Compaq laptop can be connected to an LCD television for viewing multimedia content on the bigger screen. Most Compaq laptops are equipped with a VGA (video graphics array) port for connecting an external monitor or TV. Newer models may also have an S-video jack. Since relatively few TV brands come with a VGA jack, the simplest connection with a Compaq laptop is an S-video cable. If connecting an older laptop, an adapter can be purchased at a computer or electronics store to convert from VGA to S-video.
Sony branded its line of LCD televisions with the name Bravia. The televisions provide full high-definition capabilities and have a wide selection of different input and output ports. With the connection ports available, you can connect just about anything to the television, including a laptop computer.
A laptop with an installed Blu-Ray drive can be used as a Blu-Ray player for home theater by hooking up to a television set with compatible cables. The laptop will have a High Definition media Interface (HDMI) output for use when connecting the Blu-Ray drive to external devices. Most laptops are also equipped with ports such as S-video for connecting older components. If the TV is equipped with an HDMI port, only a single cable is needed to connect with the laptop. If not, an S-video cable and standard set of audio cables with a Y-adapter can be used to…
VGA (Video Graphics Array) is a method of data transfer for moving pictures and video from one device to another. The distinctive four-sided VGA port contains 15 holes arranged in three rows to receive a matching VGA plug with 15 metal pins set in the same configuration. The VGA connection is commonly used to connect a computer or laptop to an external monitor. It can also be used with an S-video adapter to connect a laptop to a television.
Laptop computers are typically equipped with a Video Graphics Array (VGA) port for connecting an external monitor. This four-sided port with 15 holes arranged in three rows provides a signal from the laptop to other video devices. The VGA port can be used to connect a laptop running Windows XP to a TV, but an adapter cable is needed because few televisions are equipped with a VGA port. Available at electronics and computer stores, the adapter cable contains a VGA plug on one end for the laptop connection and an S-video or composite video plug on the other for hooking…
Connecting your JVC television to a laptop allows you to enjoy digital media from your computer on a larger screen. You may also enjoy an improved audio experience, depending on your TV sound system.
Computers have become very extensive media centers capable of playing music, movies and high-end video games. At the same time, televisions have become very versatile, with many outputs that actually allow you to display images from your computer. As long as you have the right outputs and inputs and a simple cable, this is quite an easy task, especially using one of the oldest type of computer monitor-computer connects: VGA. In a sense, you can turn your TV into your laptop's monitor using this VGA connection.
With the increasing popularity of laptops and online digital media such as Youtube, Netflix and Hulu, connecting a PC to a TV has become a common way to watch videos on a larger screen. One roadblock you may face in connecting a computer to a TV is that many computers have limited options for video output. Video graphics array or VGA is a standard computer display output used for computer monitors that can also be used to connect a computer to a TV with the proper cables and adapters.
If you want to make your laptop screen larger or watch a DVD on a bigger screen, you can hook up a laptop to a TV and have the full picture. Hooking up a laptop to a TV is easy to do if you have the right connection cable and if your laptop and television set are compatible.
HDMI, or High Definition Media Interface, is fast replacing RCA, DVI, Component and other video interfaces as the industry standard. Unlike other video cable interfaces that require separate connections for audio and video signals, HDMI streamlines both signals over a single USB-like cable. Many higher-end laptops ship with HDMI ports that you can use to stream video from the notebook to many modern televisions. Using an HDMI connection allows you to make quick work of displaying your laptop display on a large, external TV.
Connecting a laptop to LCD TV allows you to use a TV screen as a computer monitor or simply watch a movie played on your laptop. LCD TVs have HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) input that is the latest digital multimedia standard. The laptop will have DVI (Digital Video Interface) video card output.
If you have movies stored on the hard drive of a computer, you can watch your films on a larger TV with a cable jack, transforming your laptop or PC into a home theater for watching movies from your hard drive.
Even wondered how you could use your TV as a second monitor for your laptop? By following this short guide you will learn how to connect your laptop to your TV.
