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    Connecting Laptop to 55" LCD HDTV

    Discussion in 'Networking and Wireless' started by enigma1944, Feb 24, 2010.

  1. enigma1944

    enigma1944 Notebook Geek

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    I don't know if this will work so I am asking for opinions.

    I'm would like to try to connect my x64 laptop via a HDMI to a Samsung 55" LCD HDTV and use it a a monitor.

    In addition, I would load a wireless keyboard and mouse to the laptop and use it on a desk.

    Will this work

    Thanks
     
    enigma1944, Feb 24, 2010
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    crazycanuk Notebook Virtuoso

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    will work just fine. I do that with my HTPC and one of my laptops daily
     
    crazycanuk, Feb 24, 2010
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  3. enigma1944

    enigma1944 Notebook Geek

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    Thanks for the info, I have 1 other question about this.

    I am assuming with this type connection the laptop can be placed anywhere
    as long as it is on. Can coupled HDMI cables be used for distance.
     
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    crazycanuk Notebook Virtuoso

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    to an extent, HDMI is a crappy standard for distance. if you only need 6-10 feet go with HDMI, up to 25 feet use the old VGA port if you have one. for long didtances look at something like this.

    http://www.octavainc.com/HDMI ethernet converters.html

    handy little gizmos and under $80.00
     
    crazycanuk, Feb 24, 2010
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  5. enigma1944

    enigma1944 Notebook Geek

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    OK thanks again

    I have a 25 ft VGA cable and I think I'll try that. The only reason I said HDMI is for the digital picture effect.

    Do you get a reasonable LCD screen using VGA, by that I mean color clarity.
     
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    Identical in most cases I have seen
     
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    OK thanks

    Case closed
     
    enigma1944, Feb 24, 2010
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