- PC to TV

S-Video How To

New computers usually come with S-Video connections. If you have a TV with S-Video then this is an easy way to connect your computer to your TV.

What You Need

1. S-Video Cable

   

2. Miniplug-To-RCA Stereo Audio Cable

   

   -OR- Miniplug-To-RCA Stereo Adapter + RCA cables

    

How To Connect

Video:

Connect one end of the S-video cable to the video output on your computer and the other end to the video input on your TV.

Audio:

Plug the single connector end of the audio cable to the line-out or speaker-out connector on your computer. Plug the 2 RCA connectors on the other end of the audio cable into the audio input on your TV (color-coded red and white for left and right audio channels).

Composite How To

If you have an RCA connector on the back of your computer you can use that. You may also need to power down your computer and reboot to be able to get the signal. You need an RCA cable that will be long enough to reach from your computer to your TV.

What You Need:

1. RCA Video Cables

   

2. Miniplug-To-RCA Stereo Audio Cable

   

   -OR- Miniplug-To-RCA Stereo Adapter + RCA cables

    

How To Connect

Video:

Connect one end of the RCA Video cable to the video output on your computer and the other end to the video input on your TV (color-yellow).

Audio:

Plug the single connector end of the audio cable to the line-out or speaker-out connector on your computer. Plug the 2 RCA connectors on the other end of the audio cable into the audio input on your TV (color-coded red and white for left and right audio channels).

VGA Video How To

The VGA port is the connector that is connected to your PC monitor. This connector is usually only usable for VGA Monitors or HDTV setups. However, you can use this option if you have a converter.

What You Need

1. VGA Monitor Cable

   

2. VGA-To-TV Converter

   

3. Miniplug-To-RCA Stereo Audio Cable

   

   -OR- Miniplug-To-RCA Stereo Adapter + RCA cables

    

How To Connect

Video:

Connections may vary based on the VGA connector you are using. You may want to check the VGA connector manual for details.

Audio:

Plug the single connector end of the audio cable to the line-out or speaker-out connector on your computer. Plug the 2 RCA connectors on the other end of the audio cable into the audio input on your TV (color-coded red and white for left and right audio channels).

Component How To

Some video cards have optional component output. If your computer does have component jacks this is another easy way to connect your TV to your PC. The connection is similar to composite.

What You Need

1. Component Video Cable

   

2. Miniplug-To-RCA Stereo Audio Cable

   

   -OR- Miniplug-To-RCA Stereo Adapter + RCA cables

    

How To Connect

Video:

Simply connect the three component outputs from your PC output to your HDTV's input.

Audio:

Plug the single connector end of the audio cable to the line-out or speaker-out connector on your computer. Plug the 2 RCA connectors on the other end of the audio cable into the audio input on your TV (color-coded red and white for left and right audio channels).

DVI How To

DVI is another option you may use to connect your TV to your PC. Most new HD sets come with DVI inputs. If your computer uses DVI you may want to use this option.

What You Need

1. DVI Cable

   

2. Miniplug-To-RCA Stereo Audio Cable

   

   -OR- Miniplug-To-RCA Stereo Adapter + RCA cables

    

How To Connect

Video:

Match the DVI standard type between your PC and HDTV, and select the proper DVI cable to connect them. If possible, make sure that both your video card and HDTV have matching HDCP copy protection support. Once you have the correct DVI cable plug one end of the cable into you computers DVI port and then plug the other end into your TV's DVI port.

Important:Consult your HDTV manual for information on supported resolutions and refresh rates. It is theoretically possible to damage your TV if you apply unsupported resolutions and timings.

Audio:

Plug the single connector end of the audio cable to the line-out or speaker-out connector on your computer. Plug the 2 RCA connectors on the other end of the audio cable into the audio input on your TV (color-coded red and white for left and right audio channels).

Display Settings

Once you have connected your computer to the TV you will need to go to your display settings and activate the new display in order for your computer to recognize it.

Windows Display Settings:

You can use the Display Control Panel in Windows to activate the output to the television. You can either "mirror" the display of the computer on the TV, or you can "extend the desktop" onto the television and have two separate displays.

MacOS Display Settings:

If you are using a Mac, open the Displays System Preference for the same options.