using A sMArtphone ViA hDMi / Mhl
What is HDMI? HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) is a digital interface for audio and
video sources. HDMI is a digital replacement for analog video standards (Such As “Audio-Video
Input” via RCA Cables).
What is MHL? MHL (Mobile High-Definition Link) is an industry standard for a mobile audio / video
interface that allows consumers to connect mobile phones, tablets, and other portable consumer
electronics (CE) devices to high-definition televisions (HDTVs) and mobile multimedia receivers.
HDMI / MHL allows you to use the multimedia touch screen to control your mobile device.
note: it may not be legal to view apps on a smartphone while driving or controlling a
vehicle. it is the drivers responsibility to obey local and federal laws while driving or
controlling a vehicle.
interfACing Your sMArtphone - AnDroiD
Depending on your model and brand of smartphone HDMI / MHL may not be supported. Check
your smartphone documentation for supported features. Most Android smartphones will require
an app that must be downloaded from Google Play Store. Search for “MAC AUDIO HDMI / MHL
Connect” in the search bar.
note: in order to connect your smartphone, you will need an hDMi / Mhl adapter for
your particular brand of smartphone. in some cases, you may need to connect the
additional micro usB port (on the adapter itself) to a power source in order for the
hDMi / Mhl adapter to function properly.
Smartphone HDMI / MHL adapters are available at your local mobile phone retailer. For example,
if you have a Samsung S3 / S4 / S5 or Note 2, you would buy the below HDMI / MHL adapter:
samsung
et-h10fAuwestA Micro usB to hDMi 1080p hDtV Adapter Cable
(for samsung galaxy s3 / s4 / s5 and note 2)
Smartphone brands are usually only compatible with the same brand of HDMI / MHL adapter.
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