Dell XPS 420 owner manual Connecting a TV

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Connecting a TV

CAUTION: Before you perform any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.

NOTE: If you are connecting a TV to your computer, you may connect only one monitor (VGA or DVI) in addition to the TV.

NOTE: See the documentation that came with your TV to ensure that you properly configure and connect the TV.

To connect a TV to your computer, an S-video cable is required. If you do not have an S-video cable, you may purchase one at most consumer electronics stores. An S-video cable is not included with your computer.

1Save and close all open files and exit all open programs.

2Shut down the operating system:

•In Windows Vista, click Start , click the arrow in the lower-right corner of the Start menu as shown below, and then click Shut Down.

The computer turns off after the operating system shutdown process is complete.

3Ensure that the computer and all attached devices are turned off. If your computer and attached devices did not automatically turn off when you shut down your operating system, press and hold the power button for about 4 seconds to turn them off.

4Disconnect the computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets.

5Connect one end of the S-video cable to the TV-OUT connector on the back of the computer.

6Connect the other end of the S-video cable to the S-video input connector on your TV.

7Connect one monitor, as needed, with a DVI or VGA connector as described in "Connecting Monitors" on page 24.

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