Sony Xperia SP - Connecting your device to a TV set using a cable

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Connecting your device to a TV set using a cable

Connect your device to a TV set and start viewing content saved in your device on a

larger screen. When you connect your device to the TV set, the TV launcher

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application opens. This application helps you to play media files from your device on

TVs and other devices.

You may have to purchase an MHL cable separately.

To view content from your device on a TV which supports MHL input

1

Connect your device to the TV using an MHL cable. appears in your device's

status bar after a connection is established.

2

The TV launcher application starts automatically. Follow the instructions to view

your media files on the TV.

To view content from your device on a TV which supports HDMI™ input

1

Connect your device to an MHL adaptor and connect the adaptor to a USB

power supply.

2

Connect the adaptor to a TV using a HDMI™ cable. appears in your device's

status bar after a connection is established.

3

The TV launcher application starts automatically. Follow the instructions to view

your media files on the TV.

To view help about using the TV remote control

1

While your device is connected to the TV set, drag the status bar downward to

open the Notification panel.

2

Tap MHL connected.

You can also press the yellow button on the TV remote control to open the Notification panel.

To disconnect your device from the TV set

Disconnect the MHL™ cable or the MHL adaptor from your device.