On 2003-09-25 03:14, "Robert Morgan" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> Can I use a TV to view my G3 Powerbook desktop? > The monitor screen has just about died (stupid apple) and now I want to > be able to use the computer through my TV. > > Some times, at a certain angle, I can see the screen; > > I have the adaptor cable for video in/out, but how can I set the > monitor control panel up for the external tv screen? The monitor control > panel doesnt have any options of this kind, and there is limitted help > in the apple help tuits. Or am I supposed to tune the TV INTO the > powerbook (ie the other way round)?? > > OS 9.2.2, G3 Lombard Powerbook, 230RAM If it's like most Powerbooks -- just plug the cable in, and tell the TV to display the appropriate AV port. On my Sony there's a button marked "TV/AV" that switches through the available inputs. But unless you have a Hi-Definition telly, you don't want to use it like this very much. TVs are notoriously low-resolution. Look at hooking it up to an external monitor instead, if you have a cable for that. Ry
