Toshiba Satellite Pro R50-B - Manual (Page 66)

The HDMI out port
Some models are equipped with an HDMI out port. HDMI (High-Definition
Multimedia Interface) port digitally transfers both video and audio data
without reducing the quality. HDMI-compatible external display devices
including televisions can be connected via the HDMI port.
To connect an HDMI-compatible display device, follow the steps as
detailed below:
To connect a device to the HDMI out port, you must purchase a suitable
HDMI cable.
1. Plug one end of the HDMI cable into the HDMI in port of the HDMI
display device.
2. Plug the other end of the HDMI cable into the HDMI out port on your
computer.
3. Turn the HDMI display device's power on.
Figure 4-10 Connecting the HDMI out port
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1. HDMI out port 2. HDMI cable
Please do not plug/unplug an HDMI device under the following conditions:
The system is starting up.
The system is shutting down.
When you connect a television or external monitor to the HDMI port, the
display output device is set to HDMI.
When you unplug the HDMI cable and re-plug it, please wait at least 5
seconds before you re-plug the HDMI cable again.
Settings for display video on HDMI
To view video on the HDMI display device, be sure to configure the
following settings otherwise you may find that nothing is displayed.
Be sure to use the function key to select the display device before starting
to play video. Do not change the display device while playing video.
Do not change the display device under the following conditions.
While data is being read or written.
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