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Type of connection used—You can connect the
computer video output to a TV. However, the connection
type has an affect on the video quality. Media Center has
two video outputs:
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VGA—If your TV includes a VGA port, connect the VGA
cable from the computer’s VGA (monitor) port to the
TV’s VGA In port for the best quality. Many TVs do not
have a VGA port.
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S-Video—If your TV does not have a VGA port, but
includes an S-Video port, connect the S-Video cable
from the computer’s S-Video Out port (if on your
computer’s video card) to the TV’s S-Video In port.
S-Video image quality is usually good for TV images.
The image quality for the computer functions,
however, is not as good as VGA output. S-Video
image output is not optimized for computer
video display.
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Quality of video cables—Poor quality or the incorrect
type of video cables can cause problems and affect the
video quality. Gateway recommends using high-quality
video cables that can be purchased from
www.gateway.com .
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Screen resolution—Many TVs cannot display the high
resolution that your computer’s video signal uses, and
may shift, scramble, or scroll the picture. For a better
picture on a TV, you may need to lower the computer’s
screen resolution to 800 × 600 or 640 × 480. For more
information about changing the screen resolution, see
the “Customizing Windows” chapter in your online User
Guide.
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Size of display device—Small computer monitors for
standard computer applications are generally not
optimized for motion video playback. Although they
offer excellent resolutions and refresh rates, they are
designed to make static white backgrounds with black
text look readable. Some small display devices do not
make colorful motion video look its best. Generally,
video will look better on a larger display device.
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Age of the TV—Newer TVs usually have more advanced
features, produce a better quality picture, and support
higher screen resolutions. The Media Center video image
will likely be better on a newer model TV.
Important
Cable connections must be made correctly for optimal video
quality. A loose cable connection can lower video quality.
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