You connect a VGA cable between a computer and a display device, such as a TV or computer monitor.
Connecting a VGA Cable
Based on common setup instructions, connecting a VGA cable is a straightforward process involving two main steps. The cable is designed to carry analog video signals, connecting a source device (like a computer) to a display device (like a TV or monitor).
According to setup guides, such as those for connecting a computer to a TV using VGA:
- Plug one end of the VGA cable into your computer that has a VGA input.
- Plug the other end of the VGA cable into your TV (which would have a corresponding VGA port).
Connection Points
Think of the connection points as linking the video output from your computer to the video input on your display device.
- Computer: Look for the trapezoidal-shaped port, typically colored blue, on the back or side of your desktop or laptop. This is where the cable's output end from the computer side goes.
- Display Device (TV or Monitor): Find the matching port on the back of your TV or monitor. This is where the other end of the cable connects to receive the video signal.
Here's a simple breakdown:
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Source Device: Computer
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Connection Point: VGA output/input port on the computer
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Display Device: TV or Monitor
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Connection Point: VGA input port on the TV or Monitor
Expect Quick Recognition
Once connected properly to both devices, the display should ideally recognize the signal instantly, allowing you to mirror or extend your computer's display onto the TV or monitor.
Connecting a VGA cable is primarily about linking the correct port on your computer to the correct port on your display device to transmit video signals.
