pc-tv.

[hallj1]

I tried to connect the laptop to the tv using a standard monitor (VGA at each end) cable but the tv screen was black.Anyone any suggestions as I thought this was the way forward? Thanks in advance.

[VHG]

Did you press the buttons on the keyboard (often Fn and F7) to send the picture to the TV?

[hallj1]

Thanks VHG but F7 does nothing and there's no Fn!

[squarebear]

There should be a blue Fn key near the bottom left on your laptiop. What make and model is it?

[hallj1]

OK found the Fn key,will try again.

[hallj1]

Still no go I'm afraid.It is a Toshiba EL10-142.

[jrtv]

F1 Key, or the key with 2 pictures of tv screens on it.

[hallj1]

Thanks everyone,I've done it now need longer cable!

[ipagedesigner]

@hallj1

Hi, found the following guys really useful for long VGA / Audio cables and pc tv kits in the UK:
http://www.cables-lea...ga-computer-to-tv-kit

They have a handy guide too for those who are not sure what leads you need, if you havent got VGA on yer TV!:
http://www.cables-lea.../computer-to-tv-cable

hope this helps!