LXT asked:


This is what I have:

MX6450 Notebook
Video Integrated Radeon® X300 based graphics
1 - VGA External Connector
Headphone / Audio Out

Panasonic TH-42PD50U 42″ Flat-Panel EDTV Plasma TV
2 composite, 2 S-Video, 2 component, 1 HDMI inputs

StarTech VGA/HD with Audio to HDMI Format Converter

Plus all the cables to connect them together. However when I connect them, there are no pictures or sound. I’ve tried using the Fn key, but my options are “Monitor” or “Laptop”. So I select the monitor which gives me nothing.

So I can even connect them together or did I waste my time/money?

Shinichi

gigolo asked:


I have a home theater (with DVD player) and a cable recorder box connected to my HDTV. The home theater is on HDMI-1 and the cable box is connected to Component-2 (video and audio). How do I use my home theater speakers to play the audio when I’m watching cable TV through component-2? What additional wiring connections do I need to make? My cable recorder box also has a HMDI connection capability.

Ilona

jeff s asked:


I have a brand new Mac desktop and a brand new Sharp Aquos HDTV 1080. Is there a way that I can hook up my computer so that whatever is on it comes out on my TV. Like the TV is a monitor. It must be wireless though because my computer room is to far from my living room. Any help would be great. Thanks in advance.

Mireielle

icemaster316_2001 asked:


I was wondering what would happen when the hdtv runs out of hrs of life? I read the difference between the lcd and plasma and they were saying 60,000 hrs and then the bulb would have to be replaced? How long do hdtv’s actully last??

Also it is really worth getting the extended warranty or protection plan when you buy it??

Thea

Math Tutoring asked:


PC Richard and Sons (and J&R’s salesmen) say the TV’s resolution is 1080i, while Panasonic, Circuit City, and some other stores say 720p. Which one is it?

The TV is TH42PX75U, a 42 inch plasma.

Kim-Tram

efaiii asked:


We are looking at buying our first HDTV for Christmas this year. What is the difference between plasma and LCD? 720 vs 1080? Also, what additional accessories are required (cables, etc). Do I need to have it installed professionally or can I do it myself? Thanks!

Vallier

mohit2308 asked:


I have panasonic plasma which i got in 2003 when they were really expensive, i also purchased extended warranty till 2009 but now i want to exchange this for better tv. Can anyone suggest how i can spoil my Plasma tv so that i can exchange it for new model:)

Bcs

tcrgunier asked:


I have noticed clear lines scrolling up my hdtv. I can see them because they are slightly lighter than the rest of the picture. They scroll very slowly from the bottom to the top. It is the most noticeable when I am watching something in hd. The only hd content that I get is through my cable but I notice it when using any other components (i.e. Wii, DVD player). All the components are hooked up to my TV through a stereo receiver using component cables.

Tiina

freedom asked:


I shopped around looking for a tv stand for my 50 inch plasma tv and found that majority of them cost $200 on up. Today I seen a basic looking stand at Best Buy and was shocked to learn that the price was $799. That’s crazy! It seems like the people who make the tv stands know we want the stands and they’re just putting any price on them even though the items are not even worth that much.

Fraser

Terina C asked:


We have a 52″ plasma TV and are thinking about mounting it over our fireplace. We are concerned that the woodburning fireplace may cause too much heat and cause damage to the TV. Has anyone else done this? Have you had any problems? What else do we need to consider in making this decision? Thanks!

Dorthy