Problems linking to HD TV

I have got an Acer Aspire E3-112-C10V. I have also recently bought an HDTV with HMI slot so I thought it would be good to watch files and internet content on the TV by linking the two using an HDMI cable (using the Devices /Project/second screen only method). At first this was alright and I was soon enjoying some Netflix programs on my HDTV. Then I ran into problems and after a few small problems the laptop itself crashed and I had to refresh the OS. So the problem is now I cannot watch the Netflix or any videos on my HDTV (which is a Proscan PLDED4022UK) although the TV is working fine as is the laptop. I am thinking of buying a new TV so I can link the laptop to it using a HDMI cable and watch internet content but this is expensive and may not be successful. I know some Smart TVs do have Netflix and also some TVs are DLNA enabled. Does this mean it is more likely they will be compatible with my Acer?

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IronFly

Hi,

i would try to install this VGA drivers from the Acer support website:

http://global-download.acer.com/GDFiles/Driver/VGA/VGA_Intel_10.18.10.3621_W81x64_A.zip?acerid=635525890386254460&Step1=NOTEBOOK&Step2=ASPIRE&Step3=ASPIRE%20E3-112&OS=ALL&LC=en&BC=ACER&SC=PA_6

an HDTV that support Netflix or DLNA is not more compatible with your laptop, it's just an added service/software.

please check also the HDMI cable, sometimes they can have issues, try also a different HDMI port on your HDTV if any available.

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IronFly

Hi,

i would try to install this VGA drivers from the Acer support website:

http://global-download.acer.com/GDFiles/Driver/VGA/VGA_Intel_10.18.10.3621_W81x64_A.zip?acerid=635525890386254460&Step1=NOTEBOOK&Step2=ASPIRE&Step3=ASPIRE%20E3-112&OS=ALL&LC=en&BC=ACER&SC=PA_6

an HDTV that support Netflix or DLNA is not more compatible with your laptop, it's just an added service/software.

please check also the HDMI cable, sometimes they can have issues, try also a different HDMI port on your HDTV if any available.

sparrow83

Thanks for your reply. I have tried with the sofware you advised but it is no good. Also I have tried with another HDMI cables and now it seems to be working alright so I am happy now but after checking out a few Smart TVs I may still be tempted to go for one as I really enjoy watching TV and some of them are quite good stuff.