I want to connect my laptop to my TV, it has options for usb, ethernet, or internet. Do I need a cable that has usb on one end and the standard monitor cable on the other so I can connect my laptop? Like connecting a laptop to a projector?
Computer to TV, what kind of cable?
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dmallord
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age of both laptop and tv come into play here. the newer of each will have hdmi ports. hdmi ports look very similar to usb ports, if your stuff is newer i would consult the owners manual for exact features and specs. or google the product number for specs. hdmi is the easiest. plug in A, plug in B... sound, video...done!
i have an older system (sans hdmi) and run the vga cable from the desktop to the tv, using the tv as a monitor. the only problem is that my tv doesnt have an audio in (and vga connections dont carry sound). so, i run the sound from the computer to a stereo receiver.
there are lots of ways to get this done, it really depends on what connections you have available.
i have an older system (sans hdmi) and run the vga cable from the desktop to the tv, using the tv as a monitor. the only problem is that my tv doesnt have an audio in (and vga connections dont carry sound). so, i run the sound from the computer to a stereo receiver.
there are lots of ways to get this done, it really depends on what connections you have available.
Ikillbugsfast
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I have a hp laptop. I use the HDMI cable and have a wireless mouse for the laptop
Well, the TV has usb and hdmi inputs. My laptop is a newer toshiba.
Ok, i found the owners manual on Sanyo's website. I know what I need now, thanks guys. Off to wally world. 
Busa1166
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Ok, i found the owners manual on Sanyo's website. I know what I need now, thanks guys. Off to wally world.
If its a relatively new laptop should be able to use the HDMI to get both the picture an the sound to your TV. I just went through this last week with my uncle's laptop. Was reading about adapters an all kinds of stuff and when I checked the manual online HDMI video/audio out capable
Not the evil wally world 
Ok, i found the owners manual on Sanyo's website. I know what I need now, thanks guys. Off to wally world.
why you going all the way to China???...... lol
card16969
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actually hdmi is usually easiest, if you have a newer tv when you connect it via hdmi cable your computer will read what kind of television it is and automatically set the resolution for you
Hold the hayabusa, John your saying I can connect my laptop and use the tv as a monitor, wireless?
card16969
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depends on the laptop and the tv, some of the new smart tv's have the ability (i did sales at an electronics store for a while) what brand and model tv do you have ill see what i can look up for you
