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DIY Guide - View Laptop on TV
Do you like to watch downloaded movies, TV shows and videos on your laptop? Are you fed-up with squinting to see the screen? We'll show you what you need to start viewing your laptop on your TV.


What you need:
A Laptop

Both Macs and PCs will work.
Composite and VGA Cables

If your laptop has a composite video output you will need composite cables to hook up the audio and video. If your TV has a VGA input, you may use a VGA cable in place of a composite video cable.

Audio
Stellar Labs 3.5mm to RCA Stereo Audio Cable
These cables feature bonded-wires and tangle-free construction with gold-plated barrel connectors for reliability. Cable available in multiple lengths.
6' - #24-9492
12' - #24-9493
25' - #24-9494
Video
Stellar Labs Composite Video Cable
These cables feature EMI/RFI shielding to reduce interference. The 75ohm wire improves resolution, color and brightness. Cable available in multiple lengths.
6' - #24-9412
12' - #24-9413
25' - #24-9414
Or
SVGA HD15 Male to Male Cable
These heavy-duty cables are designed to extend your existing video cable up to 100' with minimal signal loss. Use when installing switch boxes or extenders. Rating: UL2990. Double-shielded.
6' - #83-7856
10' - #83-7857
15' - #83-7858
25' - #83-7859
PC to TV Convertor

If your laptop doesn't have a composite video output you will need a PC to TV convertor. Converts a PC or Mac's VGA output to an S-Video or RCA output allowing you to view your computer's output on a TV or record it on a VCR. The convertor is available alone or in a kit.

Convertor
AI Tech MaxView PC to TV Convertor
This plug and play convertor makes setup a snap. It features Flic-Free™ and VSPro™ technologies for the sharpest images possible. Resolution is 1024 x 768 X 16.7 million colors. It will simultaneously display on both the computer and TV. With the included MediaShow, Power VCR and utility software you'll be viewing your PC on your TV in no time. MCM recommends part #83-9025.
Kit
AI Tech MaxView Cinema Kit
This kit includes the MaxView PC to TV convertor packaged with free DVD rentals for 30 days from NETFLIX.com, Cyberlink PowerDVD software and 20' audio and video cables. Designed to make your PC part of your home theater system. MCM recommends part #83-9027.
Recommended Items
Stellar Labs 6' 3.5mm to RCA Stereo Audio Cable
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Stellar Labs 12' 3.5mm to RCA Stereo Audio Cable
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Stellar Labs 25' 3.5mm to RCA Stereo Audio Cable
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Stellar Labs 6' Composite Video Cable
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Stellar Labs 12' Composite Video Cable
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Stellar Labs 25' Composite Video Cable
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6' SVGA HD15 Male to Male Cable
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10' SVGA HD15 Male to Male Cable
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15' SVGA HD15 Male to Male Cable
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25' SVGA HD15 Male to Male Cable
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AI Tech MaxView PC to TV Convertor
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AI Tech MaxView Cinema Kit
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