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    Surround sound 5.1 for notebooks

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by Ebs757, Dec 18, 2006.

  1. Ebs757

    Ebs757 Notebook Consultant

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    I was wondering if 5.1 speakers are compatible with laptops without the special sound card. I saw a 5.1 set at best buy and was curious to see how they were connected to the tower. I pulled it out and saw their was only one green cord. Well anyways would this be compatible with my notebook since theres only one green cord? If I remember correctly they were logitech
    Thanks,
    Mike
     
    Ebs757, Dec 18, 2006
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  2. Lil Mayz

    Lil Mayz Notebook Deity

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    One green cord only takes 2 audio channels, for 2.1 or stereo speakers/headphones.

    For 5.1, you need an S/PDIF Digital sound output which is not avaliable on all sound cards. (Coaxial Port on Image)

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    Have you got a Dell e1705. IF you have, the S/PDIF may branch off the S-Video port using an adapter.
     
    Lil Mayz, Dec 18, 2006
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  3. Ebs757

    Ebs757 Notebook Consultant

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    I have an E1505
     
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