How to Connect a MacBook to HDTV
The MacBook is part of a line of laptop computers from the Apple computer company. All models of the laptops now have a mini DisplayPort connection. This connection allows you to directly hook up the computer system to any television screen, including a high definition TV. Once hooked up, the video signal is sent out directly from the computer to the TV.
Instructions
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Plug the mini DisplayPort end of the adapter into the mini DisplayPort on the MacBook.
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Attach the HDMI end of the cable into one of the HDMI ports of the high definition television. This is the highest quality video connection available on HDTVs.
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Power on the MacBook and the high definition television, then press the "Input" option on the television system. Choose "HDMI" and the monitor of the MacBook will load onto the screen.
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References
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