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How to Connect an HD Television to a PC

By Home & Garden Last updated Monday, June/24/2024

1). Determine the type of cable you need to connect your PC to your TV by comparing the inputs and outputs on both devices. For instance, if your PC and TV both have a port for a VGA or HDMI cable, you can use a VGA or HDMI cable. Hybrid cables are also available that convert signals (such as a DVI to VGA cable).
2). Power off your computer and your HDTV.
3). Connect the cable to the appropriate input on the TV (e.g. VGA to VGA, HDMI to HDMI). If using composite or component connectors, make sure they're inserted into their respectively colored inputs.
4). Connect the other end of the cable to the appropriate output on your PC.
5). Power on both your TV and PC.
6). Press the "Input" or "Source" button on your HDTV until the input channel matches the type of connection between your TV and the PC. Some HDTVs will recognize a channel only when connected to a device.

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