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Monitor 1084 sp1 connection to PC. How to connect a new monitor to the system unit

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One of the most common questions when connecting a monitor to a computer is to deal with the variety of connectors, make right choice cable to make it work (especially difficult if the monitor has several interfaces at once). Whether it was before, there is one VGA everywhere: everything is simple and clear. But over time (after the appearance of monitors with high resolutions), its capabilities became insufficient, and new interfaces began to appear...

In general, now on monitors you can most often find DVI, Display Port or HDMI interfaces. Moreover, they are all in turn subdivided into several more types (if I may say so). The situation is even more complicated if there are some interfaces on the monitor, and completely different ones on the PC. It's no wonder to get confused...

In this article I will try to "disassemble" this whole tangle, and answer the typical and most FAQ on this issue.

And so, more to the point ...

HDMI

One of the most demanded and popular interfaces today. It is found on the vast majority of laptops and computers (it can also often be found on tablets). Suitable for connecting monitors, TV (and set-top boxes), projectors and other video equipment.

Peculiarities:

transmits both audio and video signals (simultaneously). In this regard, this is a big plus for the interface: no extra cables are needed to transmit an audio signal;
full support for FullHD (1920x1080) resolutions, with 3D effects. The maximum supported resolution is up to 3840×2160 (4K);
the cable length can be up to 10 meters, which is sufficient in most cases (with the use of repeater amplifiers - the cable length can be increased up to 30 meters!);
has a bandwidth of 4.9 (HDMI 1.0) to 48 (HDMI 2.1) Gb / s;
on sale there are adapters from HDMI to DVI and vice versa (very important for the compatibility of old and new devices with each other);
HDMI has several types of connectors: HDMI (Type A), mini-HDMI (Type C), micro-HDMI (Type D) (see photo above). On laptops/PCs, the most commonly used classic size type is HDMI (Type A). Micro and Mini are found in portable technology (in tablets, for example).

If you have HDMI on your monitor and system unit (laptop), then the whole connection will come down to buying an "HDMI-HDMI" cable (which you can buy at any computer store).

I draw your attention to the fact that before connecting via HDMI, be sure to turn off both devices (both the PC and the monitor). if this is not done.

display port

A new interface that is rapidly gaining popularity (a competitor to HDMI). Allows you to connect multiple monitors at once, supports 4K resolution, 3D image. There are two sizes: classic and Mini Display Port (the first option is found on regular laptops and monitors, see photo above).

Peculiarities:

both audio and video signals are transmitted simultaneously;
the maximum length of the Display Port cable can be up to 15 meters;
data transfer rate up to 21.6 Gbps;
allows you to get a resolution of up to 3840 x 2400 at 60 Hz; or 2560 x 1600 dots at 165 Hz; or you can connect two monitors at once with a resolution of 2560 x 1600 pixels and a frequency of 60 Hz.
Please note that in addition to the classic Display Port, there is another form factor: Mini Display Port.
By the way, the size of the Mini Display Port connector is about 10 times smaller than that of the DVI connector (more on that in the article below)!
the interface has a small "latch" that securely fixes the cable when connected to the port.

DVI

This interface is almost 20 years old, and is still very popular (released in 1999). At one time, seriously improved the quality of the image on the screen.

The maximum resolution is 1920 x 1080 pixels (however, some expensive video cards can transfer data in dual link mode and the resolution can reach 2560 x 1600 pixels).

Peculiarities:

only the image is transmitted through the DVI connector * (the audio signal will have to be transmitted via other channels);
resolution up to 1920×1200 pixels with cable length up to 10.5 m; resolution 1280×1024 pixels with cable length up to 18 m; in dual-channel data transmission mode - up to 2560 x 1600 pixels.
There are three types of DVI: DVI-A Single Link - analog transmission; DVI-I - analog and digital transmission; DVI-D - digital transmission.
various connectors and their configuration (DVI-A, DVI-D, DVI-I) are compatible with each other.
Please note that interference is more likely to occur with this standard: for example, if there are other devices that emit an electromagnetic signal (telephone, printer, etc.) near the cable. Also, this can happen due to poor cable shielding;
on sale there are many adapters from VGA to DVI and vice versa;
the DVI connector is large enough, ~10 times larger than the Mini Display Port (Apple even released Mini DVI, but it didn't find much popularity...).

* Sound transmission is possible if you have both a video card, a cable (adapter), and the monitor itself support digital standard DVI-D.

VGA (D-Sub)

This standard was developed back in 1987. Despite this, it is still very popular, it is used mainly for simple projectors, video set-top boxes, small office monitors (where high resolution and very high-quality images are not required). Officially supported resolution is up to 1280×1024 pixels, and therefore many "prophesy" an early eclipse of this interface...

My personal opinion: many people "bury" this interface early, because thanks to hundreds of millions of devices that have been released over these 30 years, VGA will "survive" some modern ones.

Peculiarities:

transmits only video signal (for audio it is necessary to use other channels);
maximum resolution up to 1280×1024 pixels, at a frame rate of 75 Hz (in some cases it is possible to work at a higher resolution, but this is not officially guaranteed, and the image quality may also deteriorate);
there are many adapters VGA to HDMI, VGA to Display Port, VGA to DVI and vice versa;
despite the "moral" obsolescence - the interface is supported by a variety of audio and video equipment, and is still in great demand.

Computer and monitor connectors

Three port options are used to connect computers to monitors. Below are the features of each.

DVI

Enough old port. However, thanks to the ability to stream content in FHD, it is still in use. For example, an inexpensive one is equipped with such a connector. However, when working with some video cards capable of dual-channel mode, the figure can increase to 2560 x 1600 pixels.

Main features:

transmits only a picture, another channel is needed for an audio signal;
the maximum resolution that the connector can transmit depends on the length of the wire: up to 10.5 meters - 1920 x 1280 pixels, up to 18 meters - 1280 x 1024 pixels;
There are three types of such ports that are compatible with each other: A - only analog transmission, D - only digital, I - analog + digital.

Minus - frequent interference that appears near devices emitting electromagnetic waves.

VGA

Simple office monitors are often equipped with this port. The maximum resolution the connector is officially capable of is 1280 x 1024 pixels. In practice, the figures are even higher. As in the previous case, the port was created only for video signal transmission.

Interesting: such a connector is installed in a compact with full resolution.

HDMI

This interface is the most modern and one of the most popular. They are equipped with most laptops and system units. Even tablets often have such a connector built in.

What is good:

capable of transmitting not only video, but also audio: no additional cable is needed;
supports full resolution with 3D effects, broadcasts content in a maximum of 8K (version 2.1);
high throughput- 4.9-48 gigabits in an instant - allows you to transmit a signal without delay, which has a beneficial effect on picture quality.

The process of connecting a monitor to a computer

How to connect two system units to one monitor?

In this case, you will need such a thing as a KVM switch (switch). The accessory allows you to connect at least 2 system units to 1 monitor, as well as to a mouse and keyboard.

This solution not only eliminates the need to use multiple displays, but also frees up working space: there will simply be no extra wires, peripheral devices.

A KVM switch is a compact device, the body of which is equipped with several connectors. Usually they are placed around the perimeter. For example, there are four of them.

Each of the connectors that are connected to the video card of the system unit transmits not only the video signal, but also data from the keyboard and mouse. As a rule, the switch is also equipped with buttons that allow the user to select the computer that needs to be used.

The advantage of switches is that they do not distort the picture: the quality depends on the port that the device is equipped with. In addition, they work with any operating system, including server options. Some models are also equipped with an audio interface, but they are more expensive. However, it is not necessary to look for one: you can purchase a monitor with speakers, like.

The procedure for connecting a pair of system units to a monitor using such a switch is almost the same as described in the previous section. The only difference is that all cables go through the switch.

The connection process is quite simple. If the connectors of the devices are not the same, then you should stock up on a suitable adapter. You can also connect a couple of PCs. Then you need a special switch.

It's time to consider how the system unit is arranged from the outside, so I'm starting a series of short articles on individual devices and how to connect them. In this lesson you will learn how to connect monitor to computer and where to connect the monitor. So, in previous articles, you learned about the types of monitors, as well as about and about the fact that he is "everything's head." Now this knowledge will help us a lot.

So, we have a monitor that needs to be connected. As you already know, the video card is responsible for displaying the image on the monitor screen, so it is logical to assume that the monitor will somehow interact with it. And this assumption turns out to be true! And if you read about, then you already know where to look for the right nest. We also need two monitor cable: The first one is the power cable. It is usually plugged into an outlet after you connect the monitor to system unit. However, it is better to purchase an extension cord to connect not only the monitor, but also all other devices, and it is even better to buy a surge protector, which will also protect against sudden power surges in the network; second monitor connection cable- this is just the one that connects to the "mother" socket of the video card. These connectors come in several types, they differ slightly in shape and number of pins externally. I will talk about the two most common. There is VGA connector, which can be deciphered as a video graphics adapter (video adapter), which is needed to connect CRT monitors (on cathode ray tubes). You may also see this notation: 15-pin D-sub You have probably seen such large monitors as a box. Take a look at this connector in the picture:

And there are "thinner" LCD monitors that connect to a connector called DVI, which can also be of several types (see photos of different connectors).

It must be (and maybe more than one) on a modern video card, but mine (rather old) also has it. It just has both connectors, you can see how they look in the photo.

On the bar of the video card, the names of the connectors will most likely be signed, this can also help you.

However, the essence of the connection is the same: connecting monitor to computer must be done carefully so that the pins enter the grooves. No extra physical strength, if you do everything right, is not worth applying. Fortunately, the shape of the socket also tells you how to connect, because if you look closely, you will see that in the figure below, its edges are more rounded than at the top. After the “village” nest, you need to carefully tighten the 2 screws around the edges clockwise, you should not clamp it too tight, do not overdo it! After that, you need to make sure that both cables are also connected to the monitor sockets and connect the power cable to the outlet. Everything, monitor connected to computer!

Hello.

I think that many people know and have heard that a second monitor (TV) can be connected to a laptop (computer). And in some cases, it is impossible to fully work without a second monitor: for example, accountants, financiers, programmers, etc. And in general, it is convenient to turn on, for example, broadcasting a match (film) on one monitor, and slowly do work on the second :).

In this short article, I will consider the seemingly simple question of connecting a second monitor to a PC or laptop. I will try to touch on the main issues and problems that arise in this case.

Despite the abundance of interfaces, the most popular and in demand today are: HDMI, VGA, DVI. On modern laptops, usually, there is an HDMI port without fail, and sometimes a VGA port (example in Fig. 1).

HDMI

The most popular interface, present on the whole modern technology(monitors, laptops, TVs, etc.). If you have an HDMI port on your monitor and laptop, then the whole connection process should go without a hitch.

By the way, there are three types of HDMI form factors: Standard, Mini and Micro. On laptops, there is always, usually, a standard connector, as in fig. 2. However, pay attention to this as well (Fig. 3).

Rice. 3. From left to right: Standard, Mini and Micro (a variation of HDMI form factors).

VGA (D-Sub)

Many users call this connector differently, who is VGA and who is D-Sub (moreover, manufacturers do not sin with this).

Many people say that the VGA interface is living its life (maybe it is), but despite this, there are still quite a few technologies that support VGA. So, he will live for another 5-10 years :).

By the way, this interface is available on most monitors (even the newest ones), and on many laptop models. Manufacturers, behind the scenes, still support this popular standard.

On sale today you can find many adapters associated with the VGA port: VGA-DVI, VGA-HDMI, etc.

DVI

Pretty popular interface. I must immediately note that it is not found on modern laptops, on a PC it is (it is also on most monitors).

DVI has several varieties:

DVI-A - used to transmit only an analog signal;
DVI-I - for analog and digital signal transmission. The most popular type on monitors;
DVI-D - for digital signal transmission.

Important! The dimensions of the connectors, their configuration are compatible with each other, the difference exists only in the contacts involved. By the way, pay attention, next to the port, it is usually always indicated what type of DVI your equipment has.

2. How to choose a cable and adapters for connection

The connected monitor had only VGA and DVI interfaces. Interestingly, the monitor does not seem to be “pre-revolutionary”, and there was no HDMI interface on it ...

Rice. 7. Monitor: VGA and DVI

In this case, it took 2 cables (Fig. 7, 8): one HDMI, 2 m long, the other - an adapter from DVI to HDMI (in fact, there are quite a lot of such adapters. By the way, there are universal ones that provide for all kinds of interfaces to connect one to another).

Rice. 8.HDMI cable

Rice. 8. DVI to HDMI adapter

Thus, having a pair of such cables, you can connect a laptop to almost any monitor: old, new, etc.

2. Connecting a monitor via HDMI to a laptop (computer)

In principle, connecting a monitor to a laptop or desktop computer You won't see much of a difference. Everywhere the same principle of action, the same actions.

1) Turn off your laptop and monitor.

By the way, many neglect this action, but in vain. Despite the seemingly banal advice, it can save your equipment from damage. For example, several times I came across cases when the laptop's video card failed due to the fact that they tried to “hot”, without turning off the laptop and TV, connect them with an HDMI cable. Apparently, in some cases, residual electricity "hit" and disabled iron. Although, a regular monitor and a TV, after all, are slightly different equipment :). But still…

2) Connect the cable to the HDMI ports of the laptop, monitor.

3) Turn on the monitor, laptop.

When everything is connected - turn on the laptop and monitor and wait Windows boot. Usually, by default, the same picture appears on the connected additional monitor as is displayed on your main screen (see Fig. 10). At least, this happens even on new Intel HD cards (on Nvidia, AMD - the picture is similar, you almost never have to go into the driver settings). The picture on the second monitor can be corrected, more on this in the article below ...

Rice. ten. Additional monitor(left) connected to a laptop.

3. Setting up a second monitor. Projection types

A connected second monitor can be "forced" to work in different ways. For example, it can display the same as the main one, or maybe something else.

To set this moment - click right click mouse anywhere on the desktop context menu select " Screen Options" (if you have Windows 7 - then " Screen resolution"). Next, in the parameters, select the projection method (more on this later in the article).

Rice. 11. Windows 10 - Screen settings (In Windows 7 - screen resolution).

An even simpler option would be to use special keys on the keyboard (if you have a laptop, of course) -. Typically, on one of the function keys, a screen will be drawn. For example, on my keyboard, this is the F8 key, it must be pressed simultaneously with the FN key (see Fig. 12).

Only computer screen. In this case, only one main screen of the laptop (PC) will work, and the second one that is connected will be turned off;
Repetitive (see Figure 10). The image on both monitors will be the same. It is convenient, for example, when the same thing is displayed on a large monitor as on a small laptop monitor when presenting some kind of presentation (for example);
Expand (see fig. 14). A fairly popular projection option. In this case, your workspace will increase, and you will be able to move the mouse from the desktop of one screen to another. It is very convenient, you can open a movie view on one, and work on the other (as in Fig. 14).
Second screen only. The main screen of the laptop in this case will be turned off, and you will work on the connected one (in some form, an analogue of the first option).

Rice. 13. Projection (second screen). Windows 10.

Rice. 14. Extend screen to 2 monitors

On the sim, the connection process is completed. I would be grateful for additions on the topic. Good luck to all!

To sort out the issue, how to connect monitor to computer, you need to be clear about what connectors exist. In addition, will you need an adapter to connect the cable that comes with the monitor to the system unit?

Consider these two questions and the direct connection procedure.
Three types of connectors are currently used to connect a monitor to a computer:

The first connector is the most outdated compared to the other two. Many experts argued that his days were numbered and that he would soon be no longer used in the production of monitors and. However, to this day, many manufacturing companies are embedding it. Although, if other connectors are installed on the equipment, experts advise not to use it.

The DVI connector is the prototype of VGA. If it is on the monitor and computer, it is better to use it, because it transmits the image more clearly.
The third, most modern, type of connector is used to connect a computer and a TV. But in latest models monitors, given input is also present and can be used for these purposes. In addition, in terms of transmission quality, it is almost identical to DVI.

Connection procedure

First, find the input on the back of the monitor for connecting to the system unit. It can accommodate both a single type and all three connectors at the same time (specifically, this article uses a screenshot of a monitor with a single VGA type).

Note: some models of motherboards (processors) have an integrated video card on board. Then the discrete one may simply be absent, and in this situation the corresponding connectors will be placed near the inputs intended for connecting the manipulator and keyboard.

Since, in the current case, there is one VGA connector on the monitor, you need to connect using the cable of the same name, where the corresponding plugs are used at the ends.

Connect it to the monitor and the system unit, fixing it with special fasteners.

Try to turn on the power on the system unit and monitor, after which the image should be displayed. If this does not work out, the problem must be sought in the connection, cord, or in the components.

Caution: Never connect a monitor while the computer is on. This can lead to a voltage drop and some component parts may simply fail.

What to do if the video card and monitor do not have the same type of connector

Older monitors have only one VGA connector. At the same time, there is no such output on modern video cards, there are only DVI and HDMI. In this case, you cannot do without buying a special DVI-VGA adapter.

It must be inserted on the video card into the DVI connector and secured with fixing bolts.

Connection via HDMI cable produced less often. At the same time, it has a huge advantage: the cable length can be up to five meters, which is important for connecting monitors and TVs at a great distance from the system unit.

Connecting a TV and a computer is done in the same way. There is nothing complicated in this procedure.