When watching a video on your laptop, sometimes you just want the big screen in high definition on your HDTV. It can be an annoying process when you burn DVDs and load them, only to find out the DVD does not work. If you want to do it the easy way, just use the HDMI port on the TV to watch your laptop on the big screen. Here is what you can do to connect laptop to HDTV with HDMI cable.
HDMI Cable
For a computer and HDTV to connect, you need a HDMI cable. HDMI cable is an abbreviation for “High Definition Multimedia Interface.” There are two types of HDMI cables: one with a fat cable and one with a skinny cable. There is no difference between the two except the skinny one is easier to travel with. HDMI cables are usually under $20 at your local computer supply outlets.
Before Connecting
1. Turn off the TV and the computer.
2. Check the label for the input name of the HDMI input. This will make it easier to find the HDMI input on the TV.
Connect
1. Connect one end of the cable to the USB-type HDMI port. There is no specific end designated for the computer.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the HDMI Port on the HDTV.
3. Turn on the TV.
4. Toggle the “Input” button until the input name for the HDMI Input comes up.
5. Turn on the computer. After sign-in, the Windows should detect the HDTV and duplicate the screen on the computer and the HDTV.
6. Press “Windows” and “P” at the same time. The multi-monitor display window comes up.
7. Click the “Extend” icon. The laptop screen will only appear on the HDTV.
8. If the Windows does not detect the HDTV automatically, configure the computer to recognize the HDTV.
a. To do this go to Start > Control Panel > Adjust Screen Resolution.
b. Click on Monitor 2 > Extend onto this Monitor > Apply.
A relaxing and exciting time will now commence as the HDTV can be used to watch movies. If an error occurs with the HDTV or computer with the HDMI connection, call TalkLocal for all your electronic repair needs.
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