How do I activate my HDMI port?

Right-click the "Volume" icon on the Windows taskbar, select "Sounds" and choose the "Playback" tab. Click the "Digital Output Device (HDMI)" option and click "Apply" to turn on the audio and video functions for the HDMI port.
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How do I enable HDMI on Windows 10?

Right-click on the volume icon on the taskbar. Select Playback devices and in the newly open Playback tab, simply select Digital Output Device or HDMI. Select Set Default, click OK.
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Why is my HDMI port not working?

Try a different HDMI cable

Maybe the HDMI cable you're using is malfunctioning, or old and unable to perform adequately. Try a different one to see if it solves your issue. Alternatively, you can use the first HDMI cable to connect a different video device to check if the video device is malfunctioning.
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How do I know if my HDMI port is enabled?

Look at the status of your HDMI port in the dialog box. If the status reads "This device is working properly," your HDMI port is functioning. If there is a message indicating that you need to troubleshoot your device, your HDMI port is in working condition but has a problem that is likely fixable.
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Why won't my monitor recognize HDMI?

You should check whether HDMI cable is correctly inserted (on your PC and monitor/TV). Unplug the HDMI cable from your computer/TV, reboot your computer, and reattach the cable. You should also inspect that the HDMI ports (PC and monitor/TV) aren't covered with debris or dirt.
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Why does my monitor say no signal when HDMI is plugged in?

A faulty, loose, or wrongly-placed cable is one of the most common reasons for a monitor saying no signal. Here's how to properly check your DVI, HDMI or DisplayPort cables: Unplug each cable and then replug them. Ensure each one is properly connected (fully pushed in).
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How do I get HDMI to work on my PC?

If your HDMI ports are not working in Windows 10, there are several things you can try to fix the problem.
  1. Use Another Output Temporarily. ...
  2. Inspect the Cable and Ports for Damage. ...
  3. Try Swapping Out Stuff. ...
  4. Choose the Right HDMI Port on Your PC. ...
  5. Reboot With the Cable Connected. ...
  6. Select the Correct HDMI Input.
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How do I get HDMI to work on my TV?

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  1. Locate the HDMI port on the TV.
  2. Acquire a cable that fits the ports on both devices.
  3. Connect the cable from one device's HDMI port to the other.
  4. Use the Source or Input button on the TV to switch to the port.
  5. Configure video and audio on the device if needed.
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Why is my TV saying no signal?

Check the cable connections between the TV and your video device or receiver. Change the channel or try a different input device or movie. The received signal may be weak. If your TV uses a cable or satellite box, you may need to contact your service provider for further assistance in improving the signal strength.
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How do I get my computer to recognize my TV?

1. Reset display output
  1. Connect your PC to your TV using an HDMI cable.
  2. On your PC's desktop window, right-click and select Personalize.
  3. Select Display. This should show you the connected TV (as a second monitor).
  4. If you can't detect the TV, proceed.
  5. Press Windows Key + P.
  6. Select Duplicate or Extend.
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Why is my monitor on but no display?

If the light on the monitor remains off, the monitor is not receiving power from either the wall outlet or the power adapter. If you have a flat panel LCD monitor, unplug the monitor power cable, wait about 30 seconds, reconnect the cable and then turn on the monitor. This resets the electronics on the monitor.
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Why won't my computer recognize my TV?

Graphics drivers are generally up to date but if you've been blocking Windows 10 updates on your system, it is possible that the drivers are outdated and are preventing the TV from detecting a signal. Open Device Manager. Expand Display Adapters. Right-click the graphics chip and select Update drivers.
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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.
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What input should my TV be on?

HDMI, or “High-Definition Media Input,” is the go-to port for all your modern devices. HDMI ports in your TV are used for both video and audio.
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How do I fix my TV signal?

Reset the box
  1. Turn everything off at the wall.
  2. Check that all cables are securely and firmly in place.
  3. Wait for 60 seconds.
  4. Plug your TV box (not the television set) in and turn it on.
  5. Wait another 60 seconds, or until the lights on the TV box have stopped flashing.
  6. Plug everything else back in and turn it all back on.
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How do I reset my TV?

Press the ACTION MENU or (Quick Settings) button. The next steps will vary depending on your TV menu options: Select System → About → Reset → Factory data reset → Erase everything → Yes. Select Device Preferences → Reset → Factory data reset → Erase everything → Yes.
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Why does my Samsung TV say no signal HDMI?

Disconnect and reconnect the HDMI cable.

Disconnect the HDMI cable from the back of the TV and the external device. Then reconnect it firmly to the external device first, then connect it to your TV. If it still doesn't work, try the cable in a different port.
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Why won't my cable work on my TV?

Reboot the TV and the Cable Box

To do this, either use your remote or the power button on the box itself. Then, wait for a few minutes to turn it back on. After that, reboot your TV. Turn off your TV and wait for a few minutes to turn it back on as well.
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Should TV be set on hdmi1 or hdmi2?

Doesn't matter. Either will work fine. They're just separate inputs.
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What channel does my TV need to be on for cable?

TV sets sometimes need to be tuned to channel 3 for cable viewing. To view cable television programming on channel 3 of a TV set, your cable box has to be connected to the TV set using a coaxial cable.
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Does it matter which HDMI port I use?

It is usual for a receiver to have several HDMI inputs, as this is where you connect all the HDMI outputs from your devices. Even though the input is labeled with a device name – it doesn't matter what device you connect to it – they are all the same.
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How do I change input on my TV?

Press the HOME button. Use the up or down arrow buttons to go to the Input category.
...
Use the HOME screen
  1. On the supplied remote control, press the HOME button.
  2. Select the. Inputs icon from the menu in the upper right of the TV screen.
  3. Select the preferred input.
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What does it mean no signal?

“No signal” is a message from the monitor, not the computer, that it is not getting information from the computer. Most commonly it's a configuration, connection, or power problem — or just a temporary message while booting.
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