Using Video; Connecting Video Devices Using A Vga Cable (Select Products Only) - HP 250 Series User Manual

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Using video

Your computer is a powerful video device that enables you to watch streaming video from your favorite
websites and download video and movies to watch on your computer when you are not connected to a
network.
To enhance your viewing enjoyment, use one of the video ports on the computer to connect an external
monitor, projector, or TV.
IMPORTANT:
correct cable. Follow the device manufacturer's instructions.
For information on using your video features, refer to HP Support Assistant.

Connecting video devices using a VGA cable (select products only)

NOTE: To connect a VGA video device to your computer, you need an VGA cable, purchased separately.
To see the computer screen image on an external VGA monitor or projected for a presentation, connect a
monitor or projector to the computer's VGA port.
1. Connect the VGA cable from the monitor or projector to the VGA port on the computer as shown.
2. Press fn+f4
PC screen only: View the screen image on the computer only.
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Duplicate: View the screen image simultaneously on both the computer and the external device.
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Extend: View the screen image extended across both the computer and the external device.
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Second screen only: View the screen image on the external device only.
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Each time you press fn+f4, the display state changes.
NOTE:
the external device, as follows. Select Start > Control Panel > Appearance and Personalization. Under
Display, select Adjust resolution.
Be sure that the external device is connected to the correct port on the computer, using the
to alternate the screen image between 4 display states:
For best results, especially if you choose the "Extend" option, increase the screen resolution of
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