Viewing Photographs On Tv; Standard Definition Devices - Nikon D5100 Reference Manual

Viewing Photographs on TV

The supplied EG-CP14 audio video (A/V) cable can be used to connect the camera to
a television or video recorder for playback or recording. A type C mini-pin High-
Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) cable (available separately from third-party
suppliers) can be used to connect the camera to high-definition video devices.

Standard Definition Devices

Before connecting the camera to a standard television, confirm that the camera
video standard (0 170) matches that used in the TV.
1
Turn the camera off.
Always turn the camera off before connecting or disconnecting the A/V cable.
2
Connect the A/V cable as shown.
Connect to
video device
3
Tune the television to the video channel.
Q
4
Turn the camera on and press the K button.
During playback, images will be displayed both in the camera monitor and on
the television screen. Note that the edges of images may not be displayed.
A
Video Mode
If no image is displayed, check that camera is correctly connected and that the option
selected for Video mode (0 170) matches the video standard used in the TV.
A
Television Playback
Use of an EH-5b AC adapter and EP-5A power connector (available separately) is
recommended for extended playback.
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Audio (white)
Video (yellow)
Connect to
camera