WiDi
Since it relies on Intel-based screen sharing, you must have an Intel-based laptop to use the
This function allows you to duplicate, project, or extend the laptop screen on your Smart TV.
Starting WiDi
Item | Specifications |
---|---|
Processor | Intel Core i7, Intel Core i5, Intel Core i3 |
Supported OS | Windows 7 Home Premium 64 bit and 32 bit editions |
Windows 7 Ultimate 64 bit and 32 bit editions | |
Windows 7 Professional 64 bit and 32 bit editions | |
Windows 7 Home Basic 64 bit and 32 bit editions | |
Windows 8 64 bit & 32 bit editions | |
Graphics Card | HD Graphics (built-in graphics card) |
If using an external graphics card, we recommend using one with Nvidia Optimus technology. | |
Software | Intel® HD Graphics Driver |
Intel PROSet/Wireless Driver | |
Intel My WiFi Technology software | |
Intel® WiDi, latest version | |
Supported Specs | 1920 x 1080, 1600 x 900, 1440 x 900, 1366 x 768, 1280 x 800, 1280 x 768, 1280 x 720 |
Up to 1080p (Full HD) with hardware based H.264 encoding | |
2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands |
Connecting a Laptop
To connect an Intel-based laptop to your Smart TV, perform the following steps:
On your Smart TV, select
Smart Home () >Settings > .Set
Miracast™/Intel® WiDi toOn .In Wi-Fi Ready Models,
Miracast™/Intel® WiDi is displayed asIntel® WiDi .
On the laptop, run the
Intel® WiDi software.Click
Search for WiDi adapter .Select the desired Smart TV.
Click
Connect to send a connection request from the laptop to your Smart TV.A PIN appears on your Smart TV.
On the laptop, type the PIN that appears on your Smart TV.
Click
Continue to establish the connection between the laptop and your Smart TV.On the laptop, right-click the desktop and select
Graphics Option .Select the desired output type.
Intel® WiDi : Outputs the screen to theWiDi TV.Built-in Display : Outputs the screen to the laptop.Clone Displays : Outputs the screen to the laptop and theWiDi TV.Extended Desktop : Extends the laptop screen to theWiDi TV.