How do i hook up my laptop to my tv?

Question

I have a Samsung LN46a550, and a Hp pavilion laptop....I tried hooking a S-cord to both and nothing happens. My tv has a pc port, but I don’t see that same port on my laptop....help please :)

Answer 1

The S-video cable should work. You might not have the correct driver installed or you may need to access your video card program and turn on dual monitor support. Without turning on dual monitor support you will not have a picture on your tv.

Are you using it to watch movies? S-video will not provide sound. Make sure you have your external speakers hooked up or run a cable from your sound card to your tv.