Hi all,

I’ve searched the forums, and am pretty sure I know what the answer is,
but I thought I’d ask again.

My Phillips has a DB15 input. When I connect the tv using a VGA-VGA cable and enable the 2nd monitor, the screen looks like I’ve got scan issues.

Now, the funny thing is when I put the computer in hibernation, the “Windows is hibernating logo and progress bar” screen log perfect.

So, is the hibernating screen a 640x480 mode?

The DB15 input is good for - 1080i or 480p.

Should I just go ahead and get the GrandTec PC-VGA adapter?

Thanks,
Amro

It might definitely be scan issues or output issues. So, the first thing to do is to configure the secondary VGA output to the lowest possible resolution (640x480) and the lowest possible scan rate (usually 60Hz).

The Windows XP Startup/Hibernation screens are at 640x480 @ 60Hz…that’s why you see it fine.

You can individually set the main screen and secondary screen from the Display Properties. Display 1 is your TR’s monitor. Display 2 is the VGA out. Once you get it working, then you can try raising the resolution to 800x600 or higher. I wouldn’t go much higher than 1024x768 as it will be hard to see and your TV won’t really look that much better.

Problem is, I can only go down to 800x600 on either monitor.  Unless the driver updates allow for that, I’m probably screwed.

Thanks for your feedback.

Still enjoying my bluetooth add-in.

Amro

Did you try 800x600 at 60Hz? Did that work?

If your TV supports computer refresh rates then it should be possible. What’s the maker and model of your TV? It should work.

Well I found 640x480. Under display properties 640x480 does not show up.  However, right-click on desktop and “Display Mode” under high or true color shows 640x480 as an option.  When I selected it, I’ve now got my video on my TV.

All this, so I can get music from my PC in my office.  I’ve got MusicMatch loaded on the Sony and the PC’s music directory shared.  With my ATI All-In-Wonder remote hooked to the Sony, I can control MM without having to go to the office. This will be great for my pool party.

So, I’m set now.

Thanks for your feedback gr00vy0ne.  Love this forum.

Amro