HP CQ45-800, User Manual

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To connect a monitor or projector:
1. Connect the VGA cable from the monitor or projector to the VGA port on the computer as
shown.
2. Press f4 to alternate the screen image between 4 display states:
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PC screen only: View the screen image on the computer only.
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Duplicate: View the screen image simultaneously on both the computer and external
device.
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Extend: View the screen image extended across both the computer and external device.
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Second screen only: View the screen image on the external device only.
Each time you press f4 , the display state changes.
NOTE: Adjust the screen resolution of the external device, especially if you choose the “Extend”
option. From the Start screen, type
control
, and then select Control Panel from the list of apps.
Select Appearance and Personalization , and then select Adjust screen resolution under Display
for best results.
Connecting an HDMI TV or monitor
To see the computer screen image on a high-definition TV or monitor, connect the high-definition
device according to the following instructions.
To connect an HDMI device to your computer, you need an HDMI cable, sold separately.
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