HP VP17 User Guide - Page 18
Audio and Video Cables and Adapters - monitor speakers
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Setting Up the Monitor Audio and Video Cables and Adapters The following table shows the cable and adapter types that may be required to connect the monitor to the computer, TV, or set-top box. The number and type of cables required may vary by model. Some cables and adapters are included for select models only and may be sold separately. Cable/Adapter Name HDMI cable DVI cable Description HDMI transmits an all-digital signal. It is the recommended choice for playback from a DVD or DVR. HDMI is capable of transmitting both uncompressed digital audio and digital video signals, because it has video, audio, and control signals. DVI transmits an all-digital video signal. VGA cable VGA transmits an analog video signal. DVI-to-VGA adapter Connects a DVI monitor to a VGA connector on the back of the computer, TV, or set-top box or connects a VGA monitor to a DVI connector on the back of the computer, TV, or set-top box. DVI-to-HDMI adapter Connects a DVI monitor to an HDMI connector on the back of the computer, TV, or set-top box or connects an HDMI monitor to a DVI connector on the back of the computer, TV, or set-top box. ✎ NOTE: If you use a DVI-to-HDMI adapter, you must connect the green audio cable to enable the speakers. ✎ NOTE: When using a VGA or DVI signal, you must connect your audio separately because a VGA or DVI signal converts only video data, not audio data. A separate audio connection is not necessary when you use an HDMI signal, because an HDMI signal can convert both video and audio data. 3-8 User's Guide