FAQs - Frequently asked questions

How do I connect my laptop to the overhead projectors? Remove the video cable from the PC on the podium Connect the video cable to the auxiliary video output on the laptop Hold down the function (FN) key and hit the appropriate “F” key (F7 for IBM, but this may vary according to make and model) once to redirect the video output to the projector. twice to have video output on the screen and the projector three times to turn off the auxiliary video output. The display settings on the laptop may need to be adjusted for a satisfactory display. After the presentation, please ensure that the video cable is re-connected to the podium PC.

How do I connect my laptop to the overhead projectors?

Remove the video cable from the PC on the podium
Connect the video cable to the auxiliary video output on the laptop
Hold down the function (FN) key and hit the appropriate “F” key (F7 for IBM, but this may vary according to make and model)
- once to redirect the video output to the projector.
- twice to have video output on the screen and the projector
- three times to turn off the auxiliary video output.
The display settings on the laptop may need to be adjusted for a satisfactory display.
After the presentation, please ensure that the video cable is re-connected to the podium PC.

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