How to Hook up PC to a HDTV?

Question

I am using a custom build PC with a ATI Saphiron 2600 HD video card which I am trying use my Samsung High def TV as a monitor. The TV itself has a TV jack that I can use to plug in my monitor's VGA cable... basically the same as a normal monitor.

When i hook it all up and turn it on the TV displays the initial Windows load bar then the TV says "mode not supported".

help please.

Answer 1

The TV probably doesn't support the resolution the computer is currently set at.  Try setting your computer to 1365X768 if it's a 720p set or 1920X1080 if it's a 1080p set.  You'll probably have to set the resolution using another display since you cant see it on the TV.

Answer 2

You may have to play around with the PC's monitor resolution settings - my guess would be they are set too high for the HDTV.

You can adjust them in "control panel" then "display" then "settings".