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Why can't I play certain games on my hdtv through vga
Ok...so I purchased an RCA 37" LCD Flatscreen. I have been loving the VGA hookup that allows me to connect my pc and use it as a large monitor. I have had no problems in the past playing games on it until about a week ago. I've tried reinstalling drivers and modifying settings on my video card and nothing is working. I have an ATI Radeon X1650 512mb and can still play games on my 19" Acer monitor. I currently can play a disney game called "PURE" that has great graphics and performance. I am still unable to play games such as: Half Life 2, FEAR, Madden 08, Oblivion, Call of Duty 4, & Need For Speed: Pro Street. I have also tried updating my DirectX and had no luck. All I get is sound and a black screen. I am almost at my wit's end with this....
DMTechGrooup
It's the TV.. what is the max resolution it will support? Most likely 800x600 or 1024x768.. what is the model #? It's not the PC thats the issue.
ASKER
1360x1024 is the max that displays. I usually keep it in the standard 1280x1024 for the most part tho. I can use the tv just fine with the VGA hookup for doing my basic graphic design and what not. It's only when I try to play games. I've tried adjusting the resolution to a lower setting and still no go.
MODEL: #L37WD12YX1
MODEL: #L37WD12YX1
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Aha! That would be the one thing I didn't try. It was the refresh rate. Set it to 60 and bam we're back in business. Thanks for the quick response!