As a monitor or TV, a projector can be used as an additional video output tool from the computer. Next, we will tell about all the most important nuances regarding the mentioned process.
Connecting a projector to PC
The manual presented in this article is suitable for connecting the projector both to the PC and the laptop. But consider far from all default devices are equipped with the necessary videos and outputs.After completing the wire connection, turn on the power on both devices, after which it will be possible to switch to their configuration.
Step 2: Setup
If the computer is connected to the projector, it is necessary not only to connect the equipment correctly, but also to configure it for further use. In some cases, the setting is automatically carried out, just one inclusion is enough.
Projector
- As stated above, usually projectors are automatically configured to transmitting a video signal. You can learn about the successful connection if the projector has started displaying the image from the computer after switching on.
- Some equipment models are equipped with a control panel with the "Source" button, by pressing the video signal search begins, and when it is detected, the picture from the main monitor is duplicated onto the wall.
- Sometimes a projector can be several buttons corresponding to a particular connection interface.
- There are also projectors and with their own menu to configure, set the parameters in which follows from the instructions in the kit.
Screen resolution
- Examine the technical specifications of the projector used, which, in particular, relates to a supported screen resolution.
- On the desktop, right-click and select "Screen Resolution".
- Through the "Display list", select the projector model.
- In the graphics settings, change the value according to the requirements of the connected equipment.
- On Windows 10 you need to perform several additional steps.
Read more: How to change screen resolution in Windows 10
- If you did everything correctly, the image quality from the projector is stabulized.
By completing these actions, you can easily achieve a positive result, successfully connecting and configuring the projector.
Conclusion
Separate programs may require individual projector settings, but it is found quite rare.