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    Connecting my Laptop to a TV

    Discussion in 'VAIO / Sony' started by greyhound580, Feb 1, 2008.

  1. greyhound580

    greyhound580 Newbie

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    Hi guys,
    This is my first post so go gentle with me and keep the technical jargon to a minimum. Thanks.
    I'm trying to connect my VGN-FS515E to my TV to watch downloaded and DVD movies etc.
    My laptop only has a VGA output and according to sony and the user manual this output will allow me to connect to another monitor, projector or TV. My TV has RCA and s-video inputs. I bought an adapter lead (minimal cost) which has a VGA plug on one end whilst the other end has two cables, one is s-video and the other RCA video. I've connected the laptop to the TV using the s-video end of the adapter but all I get on the TV is a flickering haze. Also the audio can only be heard on the TV for a split second before going quiet.
    The laptop recognises that a device is connected because it allows me to switch to the TV using the Fn-F7 buttons. If I connect to the TV using only the RCA video lead from the adapter the laptop doesn't recognise a device is connected and will not allow me to use Fn-F7 to toggle.
    Can anyone help me to resolve this problem? I'm sure it can be done.
    Thanks
     
    greyhound580, Feb 1, 2008
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  2. Razor2

    Razor2 Notebook Deity

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    It could be a resolution problem...if the TV is not HD, try to adjust the resolution for the secondary display on the notebook to something below 720x576 if you are in the EU, or 720x480 if you are in the USA.
     
    Razor2, Feb 1, 2008
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  3. jhunkab

    jhunkab Notebook Enthusiast

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    Were you able to resolve the issue?
     
    jhunkab, Feb 15, 2008
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