How to connect a kinescope TV to a computer. Description of all kinds of ways to connect a laptop (computer) to a TV: features of various methods with and without a cable

We think that many of you dreamed of connecting your TV to a computer in order to enjoy watching movies or playing a computer shooter not on a small monitor, but on a large TV screen. However, this is not always as easy as it seems. Today in our article we will reveal the main ways to connect modern TVs to a computer. Moreover, we intentionally do not consider connecting to old TV models, because due to the small screen resolution of such a TV, you will not be satisfied with the result in any case.

How can I connect my TV to my computer

First, let's decide with what cable you can connect the TV to the computer. To do this, you need to study what connectors are on your video card in the computer and what connectors are on the TV. All of them are, as a rule, on the back of the equipment, so study it carefully. In our case, connectors such as:

• HDMI (or HDMI-mini);
• scart.

You can see photos of each connector below:

The listed slots can be located both on the TV and on the computer (only it will not have SCART). It is not necessary that your equipment supports all connectors, the main thing is that you find compatible connectors and a suitable cable for them.

What cables exist for connecting a computer?

• DVI-HDMI;
• DVI-VGA;
• DVI-DVI;
• HDMI - HDMI;
• HDMI-SCART;
• VGA to VGA.

In addition, there are various signal amplifiers and splitters that convert the signal and make it possible to connect a VGA TV to an HDMI slot, for example. However, it is difficult to find such products on store shelves, moreover, few people even know about it, so if such a situation arose, look for goods in online stores.

Once you have the cable, just connect one end to the TV and the other to the computer and that's it. Now your TV is connected to the PC and you can use it. Although before that you still need to configure the connection itself in the operating system of your computer. We will talk about this further.

How to connect a TV in Windows 7 or 8

After you have connected the cable to the system unit and the TV, turned on the latter to the “PC” position (for this, there must be a special button on the TV control panel), you can proceed directly to the settings.

1. Open the “Desktop” in front of you on the computer and right-click on an empty space to open the context menu as shown in the screenshot below, and select the “Screen resolution” item:

2. A window will open in front of you, in which you first need to find a second monitor, if the system did not automatically find it. To do this, click on the "Find" button. In the figure below, it is marked at number 1. Then click "Apply" to fix the presence of a TV connected to the computer.

3. When the TV screen is connected, it must be aligned with the computer, for example, it can be at the top (above the monitor), left or right. In the screenshot, under action number "2", we visually moved the TV screen unevenly relative to the main monitor to show the possibilities. Moving it is quite simple - hold the left mouse button on the TV screen on the diagram and drag it to the side that would be convenient for you. For example, if the TV is on the left, then schematically place the screen on the left side to make it easier to drag windows. Otherwise you will get confused. After that, click the "Apply" button.

4. Now it's time to make a few adjustments (if needed). A number of actions are highlighted in the picture above under the number "3". In order to add them, left-click the TV screen on the diagram, then specify or correct the resolution of the second display (TV), although Windows 7 and 8 always correctly select them themselves. Next, check the orientation, it should be landscape unless your TV is hung at a 90 degree angle. If you want the TV to be a kind of continuation of the monitor, so that, for example, you can watch a movie on one monitor and work on the other, then select the “Expand these screens” item in the “Multiple displays” item. In addition, you can also duplicate screens so that the same picture is shown everywhere; or display one of the monitors.

5. You can make your TV your primary display. To do this, you need to left-click on the display at number two in the screenshot diagram above and perform the action that is marked with the number “4” in the picture. That is, check the box. If you don't want to change, then just do nothing.

6. Still everything on the same screenshot above there is a link to additional parameters, by clicking on which you can update the display drivers (check their availability in general); set the desired screen frequency; make adjustments to the color gamut of the monitor; and also go to the driver settings responsible for the graphical shell. The window will look something like this:

7. If all manipulations with the setting are over, it's time to apply them. To do this, click on the button at the bottom of the "OK" window, or it was called "5" in the previous screenshot.

What to do if the TV continues to stubbornly not connect to the computer?

To answer this question, you must first deal with the reason for not connecting. After all, it can be both at the program level and completely at the physical level. We will discuss all these cases below.

• Check cable connections. Very often, beginners, afraid of damaging their computer or TV, do not fully insert the plug into a special slot. If it is DVI or VGA, then the plug must also be fixed with bolts that are located directly on the plug itself. There may also be a reason for the malfunction of the cable itself, try changing it or checking it on another PC.
• Check the correct connector is selected. Try not to confuse VGA with DVI, as well as inputs and outputs, for example, on the same SCART, where there is an input and output. It also happens that video cards have several DVI inputs, choose the one that fits your plug, or you will have to buy an additional adapter.
• ReloadWindows. Sometimes the system needs to be rebooted to see a new display (TV, in our case), so the website experts recommend that after installing the drivers or simply entering additional parameters, restart the PC and perhaps after that the TV will be found by the computer.
• Try disconnecting the wire and doing all the steps above again. If you made a mistake at any stage, then you may have to disconnect the wire and do the above steps for connecting and setting up again. Do not be lazy to do this, as calling a specialist will cost you a considerable amount of money.
• Check if the drivers for the video card are installed. If you didn’t have drivers for the video card installed on your operating system, or a technical error was made during installation, then most likely you won’t be able to connect the TV correctly (the resolution will not be set at all, or the image will not be natural).
• Select the correct mode on your TV. If the computer saw the connection of the TV, but you still have nothing on the screen, then you have not selected the correct mode. For example, instead of PC they chose AV-1 or AV-2 or even VHS. Be careful.
• Your TV cannot see the signals sent by the computer. We do not exclude the possibility that the PC may not recognize the TV at all due to the features of the latter. Often this is found in Chinese models, where it seems that there is such an opportunity, but in practice there is nothing of the kind and close.
• Seek help from a specialist. And the last, probably the most correct option (but also the most expensive) would be to contact a service center. Here you will be helped with a specific problem and find solutions. The thing is that each of the cases is unique, it is impossible to foresee everything, because sometimes the TV may not connect due to ordinary viruses.

The digital age has already covered all of us. Today, no sphere of human activity is unthinkable without computers, and the entertainment industry flourishes together with computer technology. We remember how the first 21-inch monitors seemed simply huge to us, but today you won’t surprise anyone with them, and many still prefer a large-screen TV connected to the system as an alternative.

Today we will choose the best cable for connecting a computer and a TV, learn how to connect correctly, and also a lot of interesting things on the topic.

Connecting the TV to your personal computer, laptop or compact tablet can be done in different ways, the choice of which depends on the capabilities of the equipment.

• In modern devices, problems usually do not arise, but with old ones there may be some technical problems.
• The rating of connections will be built by us in the order of rationality and optimality, starting with the most common options and ending with the rarer ones.
• In the second part of the article, we will analyze alternative methods that will allow you to make a connection when it is difficult to use classic cables.

So here are all the cables we can install:

• HDMI- a cable that transmits picture and sound in digital quality. It is not only the highest priority in terms of image, but also the most convenient, since only one connector is required to connect.

• VGA– this wire carries an analog image. Modern video cards often no longer have this connector, but a couple of years ago all devices were equipped with it. This video output can be found on most laptop models. The disadvantage of the connection is that it cannot transmit sound, so a separate 3.5 mm mini-Jack cable is used with it. The picture quality remains the same.

• DVI- This connector is considered completely computer, so it is not installed on TVs. However, it can be used by using adapters for the options indicated above. The signal given out by the cable is digital, sometimes analog.

Interesting to know! This connector cannot transmit sound, so when using an adapter to HDMI, do not wait for it to appear.

• S video- the presented cable has long been outdated and is not even used to transmit a TV signal, but sometimes it is its installation that is required, because they were on old video cards, and there may not be other connectors on the TV.

Now let's find out in more detail how the listed connections are made.

How to connect a TV to a computer via HDMI

HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) is a single modern multimedia standard capable of transmitting a high-definition picture and the same high-quality sound. It allows you to connect not only TV, but also speakers that need to transmit sound separately, through channels.

Any modern TV, even the most inexpensive one, has at least one or two such inputs - this is how they look in the photo.

The shape of the plug is made in such a way that it cannot be inserted incorrectly - there is a narrowing with bends in the lower part. However, not all connectors look exactly like this, because there is an option for compact devices (tablets, ultrabooks, smartphones).

In general, cables are usually divided into classes, among which there are the following options:

• Type "A"- a standard digital cable capable of transmitting a signal in resolution up to 1920 * 1080. It is he who is used when connecting, more often than other options. Its price is the lowest.
• Type "B"- a more advanced cable that can transmit a picture in 4K resolution without loss of quality and a high-quality signal in 3D.

• Types "C", "D"- these are the mentioned connectors for small devices. They are connected to standard cables through adapters, or the wire from the second edge has a plug of a standard shape and size.

The rest of the information on cables can be easily found on our website or third-party, specialized resources. She is of little interest to us now, so let's go straight to the connection.

So, all video outputs on the computer are located on the back of the system unit, on the video card or motherboard. Here's what it usually looks like in practice.

• In the photos shown, you saw the options for outputs on PCs and laptops. Of the external differences, you can see that the VGA on the laptop does not have a thread for mounting screws - the cable is simply inserted.
• The first thing you should do is carefully consider all exits. If among them there is the HDMI we need, then we simply plug one end of the cable into it and install the block in place.
• We are looking for a similar connector on the back or side panel of the TV, remember its number and make the connection. Manipulations with the cable end here, then we proceed to setting up the equipment.

• Depending on the brand of TV, their menus will differ, but the general scheme (with the possible exception of Phillips) will be very similar.
• The button for selecting outputs is pressed on the remote control. It can be called and designated differently: In, TV In, Source, TV AV, a circle with an arrow pointing inward, and so on. It is usually located in the top row, but not a fact.

Advice! If you yourself have not found the right button, the instructions for the TV will help.

• After pressing the button, you will see a drop-down list with available inputs on the screen. Select from them HDMI with the desired number and click "OK".
• The TV will begin to receive video and audio from the specified input, ignoring the rest.
• Next, the computer is configured, but we will talk about this at the end of the article, in the corresponding chapter.

VGA connector is still popular

Technically, connecting a VGA connector is almost the same as the procedure already described, except that the shape of the connector is different and, as we have already said, a separate audio cable is required.

• Look closely at the photo. The VGA input is named PC IN there (the name RGB may also be present) - this is important, as it will help us find the right input for sound.
• Usually it is located nearby, but exceptions are possible. In a particular case, we see an input on the right, signed as - PC / DVI Audio IN. It is necessary to plug a 3.5 mm mini-Jack cable into it, as on headphones.
• If the audio jack is not visible, then the TV does not support simultaneous audio from this input. You can get out of the situation by connecting an external speaker system to the computer, the power of which will be enough for comfortable watching movies and other things.

Advice! Behind the TV, in addition to the audio input, there may also be an output that will look exactly the same. You can distinguish them by the "poke" method, or by marking. The output can be signed as AUDIO OUT, headphones can be drawn there, or a circle from which an arrow comes out.

S-video connector

This type of cable is also analog and is not designed to transmit an audio signal. On sale you can find adapters from this connector to others, television, so that through such an output on a PC you can cut any TV.

On the TV next to the cable, you can also see separate sockets for sound, but more often it is combined with the same tulips (AV). That is, their sound inputs will be joint, and the image will be transmitted from the connected cable.

Connector options and their combinations

It often happens that just the right connector on the TV or on the computer may not be. In this case, all kinds of adapters will help out.

Let's look at the most common of them:

• The most common adapter is designed to go from DVI connector to VGA. It usually comes bundled with many video cards that do not have a separate VGA output. If such a device was not included in the kit, then do not rush to run after it to the store. This connector may not support analog signal transmission.
• In order not to get confused, you need to accurately determine the type of DVI connector, of which there are 4 pieces. Open the specification of your video card, which can be found on the Internet and look at the exact markings.

• DVI-I Single link - this type supports the simultaneous transmission of digital and analog signals, which means it is suitable for connecting the adapter we have considered. The "Single link" entry means that the digital signal is transmitted in single-channel mode.
• DVI-I Dual link - almost the same connector, but with a dual channel for digital.

Interesting to know! Both options transmit a picture in a resolution of 1920x1080.

• DVI-D Single link - this output does not transmit an analog signal, and it makes no sense to buy an adapter for it - nothing will work. This standard is used, for example, on all nVidia 10-series video cards - we remind you that they are starting to abandon VGA.
• DVI-D Dual link - due to the higher bandwidth, this connector can transmit a picture with a resolution of 2560x1600 pixels. As well as the previous version, it is not used for transmitting an analog signal.
• DVI-A is a rather rare option that is designed to transmit only an analog signal. Wait, we wrote that there are 4 connectors, and this one is the 5th in a row! That's right - this is the designation of the plug in the adapter for connecting analog devices.

In general, we pay attention to the letter assigned to the name of the connector - I allows you to use an adapter, D - no.

• The following adapter can be used if the TV does not have a VGA input, but there is a component RCA.

• This option is similar in purpose to the previous one, but you can connect a "tulip" or s-video to it. You may ask why there is only one conclusion for a tulip. We will answer, because the other two transmit sound and are not needed here.

• We have already mentioned the next adapter in the text. It is intended for digital data transmission, so the type of connector does not matter.

Advice! With this connection, the TV will not receive an audio signal, and it will not be possible to connect it to the TV separately, since HDMI does not have additional audio inputs. For this reason, the sound will have to be fed to separate playback devices.

• Also on sale you can find adapters from VGA to almost any analog inputs, be it RCA, tulips or even SCART.

• We wrote that HDMI transmits only a digital signal, but this does not mean that the same VGA cannot be connected to it. To implement this scheme, not just adapters are used, but entire converters.

• Converters can have a separate power supply, or they can receive it from a computer. There is no big difference in functionality, so you can give preference to more compact devices.
• HDMI can also switch to DVI if the scheme requires it, but this case clearly does not apply to TVs.

Connecting a TV without wires

If for some reason you can’t use a cable to connect a laptop and a TV (the points are far apart from each other, you don’t want to leave the wires in sight), then you can try to make a wireless connection.

Miracast

The implementation of such a connection is possible only if your TV supports this technology.

• Its essence is quite simple - the transmitting device sends a signal encoded according to a certain algorithm through the Wi-Fi module.
• The receiving device sees it, decodes it and outputs it as a video signal.

Advice! Some TV models have support for this technology, but are devoid of hardware, that is, they provide for the purchase and installation of separate equipment. Be sure to ask the seller about this feature if you plan to implement such a connection.

• This means that in this way even a smartphone can be connected to the TV, provided that its power is sufficient, because the technology requires a lot of resources.
• If the connection fails, check that the Miracast function is activated in the TV settings.
• A TV that does not support this function can be connected via an external powered device. It connects to the HDMI video input.

Smart TV

The development of digital electronics is leading to the fact that all gadgets become multifunctional, capable of replacing other devices. The most striking example of such a transformation is smartphones, which have turned from ordinary “dialers” into portable portable computers, not much inferior in function to full-fledged devices (the same PCs, cameras, voice recorders, etc.).

• The development of television technology has gone the same way. A modern TV is not only a means for watching TV programs, but also partly a computer that can be connected to the Internet.
• What about connecting to a computer, you ask? It's simple - a PC configured in a certain way can distribute the Internet even via Wi-Fi.
• As for the Smart TV itself, it is not a full-fledged analogue of a computer. Basically, we are talking about the use of certain resources - branded and publicly available, for example, YouTube.
• Yes, some models have a built-in browser, but it is almost impossible to use it, due to the fact that devices do not know how to clear the cache.

• You can connect the TV in this way with a LAN wire, or without wires. Not all models have a built-in signal receiver, so you may need to buy such an adapter as in the photo above. The price of such a device is quite high.

Computer settings

So, we have completed the connection, it remains to set up the computer a little, because the image may not be there, or it will be broadcast to two monitors at once.

• Right-click on an empty spot on the desktop. A context menu will pop up in front of you, in which you need to select the "Screen Resolution" item.
• A window will open, as in the picture above, from where we can manage the broadcast settings.
• There are three main points here: screen, resolution, orientation.
• By clicking on the triangle next to "Screen", you will see a menu in which you can choose which monitor you currently want to display an image on. Find your TV there, click on it, click "Apply" and "OK". Everything, the image will come to the TV screen.
• It happens that the computer incorrectly sets the screen resolution - here you can set the value manually, according to the resolution of the matrix of your TV - usually it is either 1920x1080 or 1366x768. Modern TVs have a high resolution of 3840x2160.

Advice! To switch between monitors on laptops, there is usually a separate function button, read the instructions, and you will be able to control the system with great convenience.

Let's summarize. Now you know how to properly connect a TV cable to a computer. We talked about many variations, so you will surely find a way that is acceptable to you and do everything yourself.

Through the "tulip", we denote the main points and preliminary settings of plasma panels and LCD devices. The synchronization procedure may vary in some cases, but mainly depends on the type of video card in the computer, the operating system installed and the model of the TV.

In addition, there are still quite a few important points that will affect the quality of synchronization and its speed.

Why does a TV need a computer?

Before telling how to connect a computer to a TV through a "tulip", let's answer this question. First, let's look at a regular monitor screen and take a look at the TV display. The latter, as a rule, wins significantly with a larger diagonal and is not somewhere in the corner on the desktop, but opposite a comfortable sofa or chair, where if not a big company, then a friend or girlfriend can easily fit.

Watching videos, photos and gaming leisure - all this looks much nicer on the TV screen than on a modest monitor: there is no need to peer into the details, use speakers, and personal PCs have not yet acquired remote controls.

The most common reason that motivates the owner to connect a TV to a computer via an RCA cable (“tulips”) is watching videos. But in fact, the same picture can be displayed on the LCD screen as on the monitor. And it doesn't have to be a movie. Therefore, do not forget about photos, the Internet and games.

All sorts of car and flight simulators, arcades, shooters and even strategies feel great on the big screen, and gaming becomes really enjoyable. Also, no one forbids you to surf the web without getting up from a comfortable sofa.

Synchronization

Before connecting a computer to a TV through a "tulip", look at which connectors are in the video card and which ones are on the TV. The video accelerator is responsible for outputting the video signal from the PC, the connectors of which can be easily detected by the connected cable from the monitor. The communication interfaces of the TV can be found on the back, side or even in front of the device, but in any case, it does not hurt to look into the instructions.

There are not so many types and varieties of interfaces along with connectors. Let's try to identify the main types that are most often used on video cards.

Video card connectors

d-sub, or VGA connector to which a standard monitor is connected. It is available on almost all video cards (especially from MSI), with the exception of the latest generation models, which use more modern switching outputs. The VGA interface is otherwise called the analog output, from which the signal of the same name is transmitted.

DVI-I, and in some cases prefixed with D, is an advanced output that works with both analog and digital monitors. In models of past years, this interface, as a rule, is adjacent to the analog VGA output, and some manufacturers bundle their video cards with a special DVI-D-Sub type adapter if the line was not equipped with this connector.

S-video- no less popular interface along with the previous connectors. It is widely used in many areas, which, by the way, sometimes have nothing to do with computer video equipment. through RCA ("tulip") through this connector allows you to get a fairly high-quality video signal.

Modern ports

HDMI is the latest interface that is used to transmit high-definition images, providing the highest quality video and audio signal. A really clear and saturated image can only be obtained thanks to this output, in other cases, work with a large diagonal is saturated with visible pixels, which are not entirely pleasing to the eye.

TV connectors

RCA- an interface, or a composite tulip connector, is an outdated output, but due to its wide popularity, it is very common in everyday life. Before (the best ways are D-Sub and S-Video), you need to find a special cable. The wiring spread is quite simple and varies in color, one for picture and the other two for audio (left and right channel).

S-video. If you use this interface when synchronizing with a similar output on a video card, then, of course, no adapters are needed, and the signal will go without interference and obstacles. In case of switching mismatch, you can find an adapter like VGA-S-Video.

SCART is a relatively old interface that can simultaneously transmit both audio and video signals. Its main purpose is to connect a video player or other similar player. To synchronize with a computer, you need an adapter like SCART-D-Sub or SCART-S-Video.

Modern interfaces

HDMI- this, as mentioned above, is the highest quality option for displaying images on the screen, and if your video card and TV are equipped with this connector, you can safely use synchronization without any restrictions. For synergy, an inexpensive HDMI-HDMI adapter is enough.

Before connecting a computer to a TV through a “tulip”, make sure that the above connectors match, otherwise get a special adapter, since there are plenty of all kinds of adapters on the computer market, including the most exotic ones. The only bad thing about the adapter is that it can degrade the picture on the TV screen by changing the signature.

Switching cables can be bundled with both the video card and the TV itself, so carefully study the completeness of both devices before connecting the computer to the TV.

A review of cables and interfaces showed that the most acceptable adapters and, accordingly, the types of connections are as follows:

• D-Sub(VGA) - DVI-I.
• D-Sub(VGA) - SCART.
• S-Video - SCART.
• DVI-I - SCART.

In other variable cases, the signal is greatly distorted, the picture suffers, therefore, experts do not recommend using other switching methods.

There is no need to save on connecting cables. Cheap material and an unknown manufacturer guarantee low noise immunity, which will significantly reduce image quality.

If you are tormented by doubts about the choice of one or another method of communication, then you can look through the official forums regarding your video card or TV model, there are probably technical support questions / answers for synergy with popular device lines.

Audio signal

Most motherboards use standard 3.5 mm TRS audio output connectors, or, in other words, "mini-jack". Before connecting a computer to a TV via RCA, make sure that the audio output on your devices is equipped with just such interfaces, otherwise you will have to buy an additional adapter.

The same applies to connection via SCART and S-Video interfaces. In the event that your TV is equipped with a separate audio system, then there should be no connection problems at all. Such systems are always equipped with popular connectors that do not need an adapter or adapter.

And one more important tip: all operations for connecting / disconnecting any equipment to both the TV and the computer must be carried out with the power completely turned off. Only after all the wires and cables have found their place and are tightly seated in the connectors, you can turn on the equipment and proceed to the software settings.

I have long wanted to watch a new movie on my TV, but I did not really want to wait until it was finally shown on the leading channels. Unfortunately, I missed the screening in cinemas, so I had to act according to circumstances. I decided that the best option would be a regular connection via a network cable - it's not so difficult, anyone can master the sequence of actions.
Naturally, I was also interested in seeing IPTV on TV. In this regard, everything is simple - a computer for a TV becomes a large hard drive. All subsequent manipulations will not affect the efficiency of work. The experiment was carried out on a SAMSUNG LE-32D550 TV. If you have a TV that supports DLNA or Ethernet technology, the connection algorithm is quite simple.

What you need to connect a TV to a computer

• TV with RJ-45 connector (LAN port connector)
• A computer that has a network card (integrated does not count). However, if you do not need to maintain an Internet connection, you can choose an integrated map;
• Network cable. Be sure to check that it is of sufficient length, otherwise you will have to rearrange some of the equipment or buy a longer cable.

Implementation of connecting a computer to a TV via LAN

I didn't have an extra network card, so I just went to the store and bought a D-link DFE-520TX. I didn't go to the store to buy the card. This card must be installed in a special PCI slot in the motherboard, which I did.

After that, I turned on the computer, and the operating system (I have Windows 7) installed everything without my participation.

In the same place I found a network cable. However, you can go to another store - I'm just offering you my option. The cable was crimped straight, but it doesn't really matter, you can buy a cable crimped like a crossover. Modern devices, as a rule, work on any type of cable, independently determining what the user offers them.

After that, I connected the computer to the TV using this cable. Now we had to set up the connections. I made it simple: I downloaded a special . Before that, I tried to use, but for some reason it did not work, so I had to look for other options on the network. However, I did not regret anything - HMS has a lot more settings, and it has a function that allows you to broadcast IPTV directly to a TV. Below I will give a brief instruction on how to work with this program:

Movies are dragged into the program window. After pressing the Start button, they are broadcast to the TV. If you turn it on at this point, you can see that the All Share item is available in the Source menu item.

Everything - as you can see, fairly simple steps helped me enjoy movies in good quality right on my TV screen. However, this is not all - listening to music and viewing images is available.

Watching IPTV on a TV from a computer

At the very beginning, I said that I would like to watch IPTV on the big screen. It's a little more difficult to do this, but it's doable. To get started, you will need the VLC media player program (provided that you have already installed HMS).

I will immediately answer the question - this program is really necessary, because when broadcasting IPTV, HMS can take a video stream only from it. Of course, there are alternatives, but there are not many of them, so I took the most famous one. When the video player is unpacked and installed, I linked it to HMS. This is done as follows: Settings-> Media resources-> Internet resources, after which the path to the folder where your player was installed is written in the window that appears.

Now we transfer the file with the .m3u extension (I found it in the same folder as the IP-TV Player program - it is downloaded from the provider's website) to HMS (just transfer it to the "Internet TV" folder).

Also, such a file can be found on the Internet.
The last step remains: in HMS we go along the following path: Settings-> Transcoder-> Transcoding profile and ok.

There we select the Input stream (Internet TV) and finish the setup. After that, just restart the server, and then go to the "Internet TV" folder on your TV.

When you connect a PC to a TV, the image from the monitor goes to the big screen, which is convenient not only when watching movies, but also for presentations, games, and more.

Therefore, many users are wondering - how to connect a computer to a TV, and which method is best to choose for this?

There are several connection methods that differ in the nature of the connection, the type of devices used, and all of them are discussed in this material.

Connection Features

First of all, it is important to understand what types of connections are, and which one is most convenient for you.

According to the type of connection establishment, they are divided into:

• Wired, when a computer and a TV are connected physically, for which a cable, wires, etc. are used (there are several types of such a connection, differing in the type of cable and the nature of the ports);
• Wireless, respectively, is carried out via Wi-Fi and Bluetooth analogues, while it is necessary that the TV has an appropriate built-in or attached module, and sometimes an additional device is also needed.

To select the appropriate method, a number of features must be taken into account. And first of all - the physical location of the devices.

For example, if the computer and the TV are in different rooms, then pulling cables through the entire apartment can be not only inconvenient, but also expensive, so it is better to connect the devices wirelessly.

In other cases, the features are as follows:

• Wired connection is cheaper;
• It is easier to implement, as it rarely requires special settings;
• It is believed that the quality of the image transmission with this method is lower, but the difference may not be noticeable when watching videos from Youtube, for example, or similar content;
• Wireless connection dependent on Wi-Fi- not only its availability, but also speed, because with it you can be completely without communication between devices if you do not pay for the Internet;
• TVs equipped with a wireless connection module are more expensive;
• Add-on modules and additional devices will also require spending more than the price of a cable with a wired connection;
• The wireless method is more promising when watching movies in 3D, HD, as it gives a more realistic picture;
• With a wireless connection, in some cases, a picture from a computer can be displayed on several monitors at once, even when using only one set-top box (which is convenient, for example, in classrooms).

Below are the most popular methods of both types of connection and how to establish a connection with this method.

Wired connection

To communicate in this way, a port on the computer and one of the ports on the TV is used.

Of the additional tools, materials, you only need a cable of one type or another, you need the length.

No complicated settings, usually not needed– only the second screen is selected on the computer side, no changes are made on the TV side.

HDMI

You can buy such a cable at any consumer electronics store, and its price, even with a long length, rarely exceeds 800 rubles.

You don't need gold plating or other add-ons, which, while they can theoretically increase the life of the connector, do not affect the image quality.

But the cable comes in different versions, which also creates differences in price - versions differ in the number of fiber lanes, and, therefore, in image quality.

There is no significant difference for most users watching movies online on the big screen.

But if you are planning to use 3D glasses, etc., it is better to purchase an expensive cable of the newest version.

To communicate in this way, do the following:

• Turn off the TV and computer - there is a possibility that there is residual static discharge on their cases, surface voltage that can damage the port, cable, so never connect working devices;
• Plug the cable into the appropriate ports on the devices;
• Turn on the computer;
• Go to the Control Panel, and then follow the path Connected devices - Monitors - Display the image on the second screen;
• This is the standard path for most versions of operating systems.. But it may also be that the first time the cable is connected to the computer, the system will issue a notification - then you just need to click on it;
• A TV should appear in the list of connected monitors (if it is plugged in);

• If this does not happen, then turn it on and go to the image source search section (Source button on the remote control or the like);
• Select the TV screen and list it second.

Now the image from the computer screen should appear on your TV.

Separately, it is worth considering the case when the initial system settings are such that after connecting the cable, the picture is immediately displayed on the screen.

This is typical for a number of modern operating systems, computers.

Currently, connecting in this way is considered the best option not only in terms of price-quality ratio, but also in terms of ease of establishing a connection.

No lengthy adjustments are required, material costs are minimal, and the quality of the image transmitted in this way is very high, especially if you use the latest version of the cable.

Important! With all its advantages, this method has one significant drawback - potentially possible, and almost uncontrollable problems with sound. It may stop being output from the computer to the TV. Disconnecting and reconnecting the cable will help in this case, and sometimes only restarting the computer.

VGA

Another option for cable connection of devices, a little more outdated.

Of the advantages - many devices are equipped with such a cable, therefore, most likely, you will not have to buy it.

A significant drawback is the lower picture quality.

You can also buy such a cable, if necessary, in electronics stores and accessories.

The peculiarity of the format is that it transmits only a picture. The sound is completely absent, since this type of cable simply technically cannot transmit it.

Therefore, the method is suitable for presentations of viewing photos, but not videos.

Before buying a cable, make sure that the devices you are going to connect are equipped with the appropriate connector - not all modern computers and TVs are now equipped with it.

However, if there is a strong need, you can buy an adapter with HDMI or USB.

If in the previous version the connection was made for any software, then this is not the case - it is important that the computer's operating system is at least Windows 7.

The connection is almost the same as in the previous case - turn off both devices, connect with a cable, then turn them on.

On the TV, go to the Source \ Input section, select VGA \ PC \ RGB there.

If the TV asks you to apply/confirm any changes, do so.

Settings on the computer side are not so complicated:

• Right-click on an empty area of ​​the Desktop;
• In the drop-down menu, specify the screen resolution;
• Select the screen on which the image will be additionally displayed;
• Select Duplicate screens so that you have the same image on your TV as on your computer and at the same time;
• Expand Screens is an additional feature that will allow you to slightly increase the working field on a PC, i.e. while the video is playing on the TV in full screen, you can print text on the computer;
• The function described above does not make much sense for users of the Windows 10 operating system, which allows you to set up several desktops by default - while you can display only one on the TV;
• Display desktop 1 or 2- a function that allows you to turn off one of the desktops - on the TV or on the PC.

Almost completely similar characteristics, both in terms of operation and connection, have a DVI cable.

It also does not transmit sound, but is connected and configured in the same way.

S-Video

This cable, port, and connection method is the most outdated of all.

When using it, there is a significant drop in image quality, so it is not used when there are alternatives.

It connects in the same way as a household player - in fact, with such a connection, the TV will consider your PC as such a player.

Modern TVs, and even more so, computers, are rarely equipped with such a connector (an adapter is used when connecting home theaters).

If there is no port, then you can use the same adapter as the home theater by connecting the cable that goes to the PC to it.

Setting up the system is quite difficult. It is done like this:

• De-energize both devices, connect them with a cable with or without an adapter;
• Turn on the TV first after connecting - this is important, otherwise it will not detect an external signal source;
• Turn on the computer- when the operating system starts loading, the TV will somehow react (the image will blink, a sound signal will sound, or the indicator light will blink), indicating that the source has been detected;
• On the computer, right-click on free space and go to Properties - Options - Advanced;
• A window with the names of video cards will open - select the one to which the video cable is currently connected;
• Next, click Clone;
• Apply changes;
• Go to the Display item - a list with all connected devices will open;
• Find the name of the TV in it and click on it;
• Now turn on the TV itself, and in the manner described above, find the signal source.

After that, it may sometimes be necessary to carry out a standard picture adjustment using the TV.

Wireless connection

A wireless connection is made by transmitting a signal from a computer to a TV receiver using WiFi.

Sometimes additional equipment is used for this method.

Miracast

An innovative technology that allows you to transfer an image from a computer to a TV in maximum quality, with all the features and characteristics of an audio track.

This method is suitable for watching both simple online new videos and movies in 3D and HD.

It is currently one of the most preferred technologies in terms of picture and sound quality.

Important! A significant drawback of Miracast technology is that it is very demanding on the hardware resources of the device. You need a powerful high-performance computer, a TV that can support this function or is equipped with a special transmitter for its stable operation, a high-speed stable connection to a Wi-Fi network.

Not only computers, but also tablets and some smartphones support this technology, but mostly flagship ones with powerful hardware stuffing.

Expensive and functional smart TVs also support the technology, but if you don’t have one, you can buy a simple Miracast adapter that connects to the HDMI port and is sold in electronics, computers and accessories stores.

When this technology is used, the picture from the computer screen is compressed, mirrored and transmitted via Wi-Fi to the corresponding TV receiver, which again processes it and displays it on the screen in its usual form.

The high quality of the picture is due to the maximum optimization of working algorithms (which is just possible only on powerful devices).

In this case, you do not need to connect the TV to the local network using a router - it only needs to have the Miracast transmitter turned on.

It is he who forms a local mini-network with the computer.

To organize the broadcast, you will need to install the Wireless Display application on your computer, smartphone or tablet, if it is not available.

Turn on the TV. Find the list of connected devices in the menu - the Miracast sensor (built-in or connected) will be found in the list - turn it on.

If it is not found there, then look for it in the Network section, and also connect it.

On the computer, enable image transmission to the wireless display. After that, the picture will appear right there.

Some features of the connection process may differ for different TVs, operating systems, and transmitter types.

Working with Smart-TV

At its core, a smart TV is a TV that is additionally equipped with an analogue of a computer Wi-Fi module, that is, it can connect to a home wireless network.

Thanks to this, you can start broadcasts, live broadcasts, streams and more from it.

You can also connect it to a computer, with which, using wireless Internet, it organizes a local network to transfer not only pictures, but on some models, and other information.

This method does not require any additional equipment, therefore it is as economical as possible (although smart TVs themselves are much more expensive than conventional ones).

The router also does not have to participate in the process, since in this case a laptop will act as an access point distributing Wi-Fi.

Create an access point on your computer in one of the ways convenient for you:

• Using the command line;
• By downloading and installing special third-party consoles for this;
• Using the built-in service consoles of the operating system - please note that this method is the most reliable and provides the most stable connection.

An access point is created as follows:

• Log in to the operating system as an administrator;
• Simultaneously hold down the Win and R buttons;
• Type in the input field of the opened CMD window and click Run;
• A command prompt window will open - type in the command netsh wlan set;
• Press Enter and then write the command hosted network;
• Press Enter again and restart your PC.

Now the local access point has been created - you need to connect a TV to it. To do this, turn it on.

Depending on the TV model, the further process will differ, but its point is that the TV must find the network that your computer distributes.

After finding the desired network by the TV, connect the TV and PC.

After that, every time the computer is connected to the network, an image from the laptop monitor will appear on the TV screen.

Naturally, during the entire connection process, the general home Wi-Fi, distributed by the router, must constantly work.

Conclusion

What connection method should the user choose? First of all, it is more expedient to focus on the hardware resources and equipment that you have.

Picture quality is essential, but in the case of simply watching movies in online cinemas, you most likely will not notice much difference.

The main advantages and disadvantages of all the listed connection methods are given in table 1.

By carefully studying them, you can choose the most suitable method for yourself.

Table 1. The main ways to connect a computer to a PC: advantages, disadvantages, necessary equipment

Technology	Advantages	disadvantages	Necessary equipment
	Low connection cost, cheap cable; Ease of connection; Undemanding to hardware resources; Acceptable picture quality; Independence from the presence of a working wireless Internet network	The presence of wires in the room; Picture quality is lower than when connecting Miracast; Connection with wall-mounted TVs is not always convenient	Computer, TV, cable
		Wires running through the apartment
	Low connection cost, cable often does not need to be purchased at all; Ease of connection; Undemanding to hardware resources; Independence from the presence of a working wireless Internet network	Low picture quality; Does not transmit sound; Cannot be used for HD, 3D viewing; It is not always possible to conveniently connect with mounted TVs; Wires running through the apartment	Computer, TV, cable (often included and no purchase required)
		The need for a powerful computer and TV; The presence of a TV with a transmitter or its separate purchase; Strong dependence on the availability and stability of the Internet; A fairly complex setup system in some cases; Not supported by all computers	Computer, TV, sometimes also a Miracast transmitter
	High quality picture; No wires; Low cost in the presence of powerful equipment with transmitters; Convenient connection and subsequent management	Works only if you have a high-speed and stable connection to a wireless Internet network; Smart TV required – no suitable transmitters exist; High cost of equipment (TVs)	Computer, smart TV

The choice of the most suitable connection method is individual, and in most cases it is most convenient to have several connection methods at the same time.

For example, if you are using Miracast technology, it is better to also have an HDMI cable on hand, as it will help you connect the device in case of problems with the Internet.