VAIO PCV-LX2 Socket Problem.

[rhhall]

Hi

I hope someone can help me.

I have a VAIO PCV-LX2 which is running perfectly at the moment.

What I was hoping to do was disconnect the monitor and connect the base unit directly to my new TV/Monitor.

However, the base unit seems to have a unique connector socket.

Is there a way of doing this?

Thanks.

[Blencogo]

What does the connector look like?  I would expect any monitor connection to be the standard 15-pin VGA Cable.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Belkin-Pro-Monitor-Replacement-Cable/dp/B0000B1K4E/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=12...

All monitors have this connection as do some modern TVs where it is usually called a 15-pin PC Socket.

[rhhall]

Hi

This model has a different type of connector cable which is hard-wired to the monitor.

I've attached a picture of the one on my monitor (grey) compared with a standard connector for reference.

Thanks.

[Blencogo]

Ah - now I can see that you have a DFP connector.  This stands for Digital Flat Panel connector which really did not catch on!

You can get an adapter which will convert your DFP output to a DVI-D connection which will plug into most monitors.  If you want to then connect to a TV, you will probably need a DVI-D to HDMI cable.

http://www.lindy.co.uk/dfp-to-dvi-digital-adapter-cable-mdr20-m-dvi-d-f-0-2m/41221.html

[rhhall]

I'll try that.

Thanks for your help with this.