Connecting a Computer to the TV | Mitsubishi Electronics LT-37131

Chapter 6. Using the TV with a Personal Computer

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Connecting a Computer to the TV

Computer with DVI Monitor Output

Required: DVI-to-DVI cable, stereo audio cables

If the computer’s audio output is a single mini jack, a mini audio-to-RCA-male “Y” adapter cable is also required.

1.Connect the DVI-to-DVI cable from the computer DVI output to the PC-DVIjack on the TV back panel.

2.Connect the left (white) and right (red) audio cables from AUDIO OUT on the PC back panel to PC- DVI AUDIO on the TV back panel.

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Figure 2. Connecting a personal computer with DVI Monitor Output

Computer with HDMI Monitor Output

Required: HDMI-to-DVI cable or an HDMI cable with an HDMI/DVI adapter, stereo audio cables

If the computer’s audio output is a single mini jack, a mini audio-to-RCA-male “Y” adapter cable is also required.

1.Connect the computer’s HDMI output to the TV’s PC-DVIjack. Use either an HDMI-to-DVI cable or an HDMI cable with an HDMI/DVI adapter.

2.Connect the left (white) and right (red) audio cables from the computer’s AUDIO OUT to PC-DVI AUDIO on the TV back panel.

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Figure 3. Connecting a personal computer with an HDMI monitor output

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Mitsubishi Electronics LT-37131 manual Connecting a Computer to the TV, Computer with DVI Monitor Output

Contents

LT-37131 LT-46131 U T I O N Retailer Name Location Model Number check one LT-37131 LT-46131Serial Number Purchase Date Contents Operating Other Devices with the Remote Control TV Menu SettingsUsing the TV with a Personal Computer Using Ieee 1394 Devices Stand Requirement Demo ModeOperating Notes If Your TV Gets Damaged General Cleaning Warnings LCD Screen CleaningTop and Sides of the TV Unauthorized Software Read, Retain and Follow All Instructions Important Safeguards Power Lines To order a Wall Mount Kit PSM-2031 Stand Removal InstructionsWall Mount Kit Television Overview Package Contents Special Features of Your TV Special Features of Your TV Package Contents Additional TV Setup Guidelines for Setting Up and Using Your New Widescreen TVDigital Cable Ready CableCARD Getting Started Changing Channels Controlling Sound VolumeTurning the TV On or Off System Reset Button TV Front Panel, Power Button and IndicatorsReset Front Control Panel LED Color TV Condition Additional Information POWER/TIMER IndicatorStatus Indicator CableCARD menu Network Setup Using a CableCARDCableCARD Technology CableCARD Menu Component 1 and 2 Inputs Back and Side PanelsANT 1/MAIN ANT 1/MAIN and CableCARD Audio and Video Located next to Digital Back PanelAudio Output jack Audio only DTVLINK/IEEE Hdmi 1CableCARD Slot Do not connect a computer to either TV Hdmi jack TV Connections Choosing a Language for Menus Before You BeginMore About Auto Input Sensing Ieee 1394 Connections Connection Type into the TV Effect on Home Recording Digital Video and Home Recording Connection Types Picture Quality Name Signal TypeVideo and Combined Audio/Video Connections Audio-Only Connections Cable Management Hdtv Cable Box or Satellite Receiver with Component Video Can be used with a CableCARD Wall Outlet Cable no cable box Antennas with Separate UHF and VHF Leads Antenna with a Single LeadFor an antenna with flat twin leads For cable or antenna with coaxial lead Optional VCR to an Antenna or Wall Outlet Cable VCR to a Cable Box Audio & Video Connecting a VCR to a cable box Connecting an Hdmi device To connect an analog A/V receiver DVD Player with Component VideoReceiver Stereo System Camcorder Older Cable Box TV Connections TV Operation Overview Remote ControlRecord/Playback Keys VOL Battery Installation Sleep TimerLow Battery Indicator Resetting the Remote Control Feature Instructions Using ChannelViewChoosing a Program Source ChannelView Channel Listings Analog Program Status DisplayDigital Program Digital Ieee 1394 Device Signal Definitions TV Signals and Picture FormatsDVD Definitions TV Picture Format Definitions TV Picture Formats Split Screen Operations Instructions Split ScreenOperation TV Inputs for Split Screen Split Screen Displays1394 Hdmi 1 Ieee To use the Power Swivel feature for LT-37131 Manual and Power Swivel TV Menu Settings Menu Screens Remote Control Buttons3D Graphical Menu System Main Menu Setting the Clock Automatically Setup MenuSetting the Clock Manually Channel DeviceOn/Off Set Day Icon Order Menu Input Name MenuDVD DVD2 VCR Terminology Channel Menu Using FAV Channels FAV Setup Using the Channel MenuFAV Setup Using Only the Remote Control FAV Channel Menu Font Captions Menu Color SizeBackground Opacity Font Front Panel Lock Parental Lock Menu Parental Lock MenuLock by Time Parental Lock Menu Other Ratings Menu Ratings Menu Bypassing the Ratings Lock and Lock by Time TV Ratings Chip Signal InformationTV Content Categories Audio/Video Menu Analog-Only Audio Settings Analog and Digital Audio SettingsDigital-Only Audio Settings Ieee 1394 Amplifier Settings Contrast Brightness Personal Computer Video Settings TV Menu Settings Operating Other Devices with the Remote Control Functions Available for Other A/V Devices Method 1 Code Entry Programming the Remote ControlMethod 2 Code Search Code Verification Audio Lock Universal A/V Receiver Control Programming CodesAudio Ampliﬁers Brand Code Receivers Brand Code CD Players Brand Code KLH Cable Boxes Brand Code LXI DVD Players/Recorders Brand Code NSC JSI Satellite Receivers Brand Code Laser Disc Players Brand Code ABS VCRs and DVRs Brand Code STS Page Using the TV with a Personal Computer To Remove the Computer Icon from the Input Selection Menu SetupVideo Adjustments Computer with Hdmi Monitor Output Connecting a Computer to the TVComputer with DVI Monitor Output Computer with VGA 15-Pin Monitor Output Analog Video Connecting a computer with a VGA 15-pin monitor output Select Control Panel Adjusting Image Resolution Format Reduced Standard Displays available for your computer’s video signal640 X Using Ieee 1394 Devices Hub Connection Method OverviewDirect Device-To-Device Method Ieee 1394 Amplifiers Tips for Connecting Ieee 1394 DevicesIeee 1394 Devices and the Input Selection Menu Ieee 1394 Camcorders Time-Delayed Recording from the Menu Immediate Recording from the Recording Setup MenuRecording to Ieee 1394 Recordable Devices Recording Now from the Menu To Cancel a Recording in Progress Time-Delayed Recording from ChannelViewTo Cancel a Scheduled Recording Immediate Recording from ChannelView Operation of Ieee 1394 Devices with the TV’s Remote Control TV Remote Control and Ieee 1394 DevicesTo Power On or Off a Compatible Ieee 1394 Device To Copy or Move a Track to Another Ieee 1394 Device DiscsRetention Period Press Enter to select the device output Appendices Appendix B Specifications Appendix C TroubleshootingPage Bypassing the Parental Lock Appendix a Bypassing the Parental Lock This page intentionally left blank Inputs Description Qty Signal Type Input Speciﬁcations Appendix B SpecificationsPicture Technology Reception Outputs Description Qty Output Speciﬁcations Enviornmental Condtions Model Operating TemperatureDigital Interfaces Hdmi TV Reset Functions Appendix C TroubleshootingReset Name When to Use How to Use Resulting Action Demo Mode Off button Support Service and SupportService TV Channels Symptom Remarks General TV Operation Symptom Remarks Picture Symptom Remarks TV Power On/Off Symptom Remarks Ieee 1394 Recording Symptom Remarks Indicators Symptom RemarksSound Symptom Remarks Ieee 1394 Devices Symptom Remarks Appendix C Troubleshooting Trademark and License Information 103 Mitsubishi TV Software 104 Mitsubishi LCD Flat Panel Hdtv Limited Warranty Index VCR Page System Reset MDEAservice@mdea.comDemo Mode