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Can I plug my cable box into my laptop?
Generally, a computer has output pins, not input pins. Thus we need a tv tuner, which for a laptop must be with a USb interface to watch cable box output. TV card or dongle for your laptop, which you would then hook up to your cable box.
How can I watch my cable TV on my laptop?
Here are the best sites to watch TV on your computer or laptop over the internet.
- Netflix. If you want to watch TV series online, Netflix is the undisputed king.
- Hulu. For a long time, Hulu was the go-to place for people looking to stream free TV.
- Amazon Prime Video.
- Vudu.
- Xfinity Stream.
- iTunes.
- Google Play.
- FandangoNOW.
Why is my HDMI cable not working from laptop to TV?
When HDMI from your laptop to TV doesn’t work, one of the possible reasons is the incorrect display settings on your laptop. So it’s always a good idea to check your laptop’s display settings: To check your computer display settings, press the Windows logo key and P on your keyboard at the same time.
How can I remotely access my TV from my computer?
- Purchase a wireless PC to TV kit.
- Connect the transmitter to an available USB port on your computer.
- Connect the receiver component to the television.
- Install the drivers for the transmitter on your PC; also install any other additional software that came with it.
How do I connect my laptop to my cable box through HDMI?
Connect one end of the HDMI cable into an available HDMI port on the TV. Take note of the HDMI input number it is being connected to. Plug the other end of the cable into your laptop’s HDMI out port, or into the appropriate adapter for your computer. If you are using an adapter, connect that adapter to your computer.
What cable do you need to connect computer to TV?
HDMI. HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) is currently the highest quality connection available, providing optimum picture and sound from one cable. To connect a laptop to TV with HDMI, just plug an HDMI cable into the HDMI port on each of the devices.
Why can’t I connect my computer to my TV?
You can try booting up the PC/Laptop while the TV is off and then turn on the TV. If the above options don’t work, try booting up the PC/Laptop first, and, with the TV on, connect the HDMI cable to both the PC/Laptop and TV.