How can I connect my Macbook Pro to the HDTV?

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How can I connect my Macbook Pro to the HDTV?

I have an early 2008 MacBook Pro and want to connect via hdmi to an HD TV. As the Mac is without a Mini Displayport, how can I do this?

MacBook Pro, Mac OS X (10.5.8), Samsung HDTV w/ HDMI

Posted on Feb 18, 2012 12:55 PM

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Answer 1

jpeck72

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Feb 18, 2012 1:02 PM in response to sam.harrison

That's probably easier to do on an '08 MacBook Pro because it has a DVI display port. This should be the cable you need. If you want a longer cable, look around on Newegg.com; they have more than enough options.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16812270113

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Csound1

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Feb 18, 2012 1:04 PM in response to jpeck72

The OP will also need an audio cable, DVI is video only.

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jpeck72

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Feb 18, 2012 1:23 PM in response to sam.harrison

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16812189129

If this won't do the job properly, there is also the option (much more expensive, though) of these four:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16812270474

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16882678025

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16812189053

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16812189045

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sam.harrison Author

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Feb 18, 2012 3:04 PM in response to Csound1

I purchased a converter from Monoprice: Mini Displayport and USB to HDMI. I think I need DVI and USB to HDMI. So far, no luck turning one up on Monoprice.

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