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Connecting a PC and LCD television

Most LCD televisions allow for a connection to a personal computer.

This is a boon for video gaming, due to the expense of large screen PC monitors.

First off, you will need to make sure your video card and TV support this function.

Hardware Instructions

Most LCD televisions and video cards are plug and play (Windows). This means that your Windows installations will do most of the hard work, when it comes to compatibility and setup.

 pc connection on an lcd tv

All you'll be required to do is fix a DVI or HDMI cable between your PC and video card. You will need to identify the correct external port on your television for a PC input.

Software Instructions

Instructions for Windows XP,

 control panel for resetting resolution on an lcd tv

- Click on the 'Control Panel'.

- Then click on the 'Appearances and Themes' link.

- Then click on the 'Display' link. Then you should be at the below location,

Here you will need to set the resolution and vertical frequency to the native values of your LCD TV. You should check your manual for these details.


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