Using Video; Connecting A Vga Monitor Or Projector - HP Pavilion 15-e000 User Manual

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 without needing to
connect 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. Most computers have a video graphics array (VGA) port, which
connects analog video devices. Some computers also have a high-definition multimedia interface
(HDMI) port, which allows you to connect a high-definition monitor or TV.
IMPORTANT:
using the correct cable. Check the device manufacturer's instructions.

Connecting a VGA monitor or projector

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.
To connect a monitor or projector:
1. Connect the VGA cable from the monitor or projector to the VGA port on the computer as
shown.
2. Press f4
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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 external
device.
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Extend: View the screen image extended across both the computer and external device.
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Second screen only: View the screen image on the external device only.
Each time you press f4, the display state changes.
NOTE:
resolution of the external device. From the Start screen, type c, and then select Control Panel
from the list of applications. Select Appearance and Personalization. Under Display, select
Adjust screen resolution.
Be sure that the external device is connected to the correct port on the computer,
to alternate the screen image between 4 display states:
For best results, especially if you choose the "Extend" option, adjust the screen
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