161. Basic Setup and Operation
Using the TV with a Personal Computer
Connecting a Computer to the TV
Use one of the connection methods listed below based on your computer’s video output.
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Digital DVI | Stereo audio | ||
| or an HDMI cable | cables | |
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| DVI adapter |
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| Note: If the computer’s audio output | ||
| is a single mini jack, a mini | ||
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HDMI | No additional | |
| cable | audio connec- |
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| tion is required. |
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IMPORTANT
This TV accepts digital computer signals only.
Computer with HDMI output
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Controller | IR- |
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1. | Connect the computer’s digital signal output to one |
| of the TV’s HDMI jacks. See the connection dia- |
| grams for the method suited to your equipment. |
2. | Connect the computer’s audio output using one of |
| these options: |
| • For digital DVI signals, connect analog left/right |
| audio to the TV’s DVI/PC INPUT AUDIO jacks. |
| • For HDMI signals, no additional audio connec- |
| tion is required. |
3. | Power on the TV and computer. The TV will detect |
| the connection and display the New Device Found |
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4. | In the New Device Found screen, press | to |
| highlight PC in the list of device types. It is impor- | |
| tant to use the name PC so that the TV processes | |
| the computer signal correctly. |
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5. | Press BACK to close the New Device Found screen. | |
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Note: If your computer provides digital audio out- put (coaxial or optical), you can connect it directly to a digital A/V receiver and bypass the TV.
In Canada call 1(800) 450-6487 for assistance.
A DVI connection from a personal computer requires a separate audio connection.
