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Most modern TV models nowadays from various manufacturers come equipped with an HDML (MHL) port. Many users wonder what this MHL port is for and how it differs from the standard HDMI port. In today's article, Mytour Superstore will provide you with some insightful knowledge about this MHL technology!
What is MHL Technology on TV?
MHL (Mobile High-Definition Link) is an industry standard and an interface for transmitting audio and video from a device such as a mobile phone or tablet to a TV screen. MHL supports image output with a maximum resolution of up to Full HD 1080p and audio support for 7.1 surround sound.
Features of MHL Technology on TV
Features of MHL Technology on TV
-MHL technology enables direct mirroring of what appears on your mobile device screen onto the TV screen.
-Allows for simultaneous charging and device mirroring, thus eliminating concerns about running out of battery halfway through.
-Can share the same physical port with microUSB and does not require a separate HDMI port.
-Transmits uncompressed images with a maximum resolution of 1920 x 1080p at the fastest frequency of 30Hz for MHL 1.0 version and 60Hz for MHL 2.0 version.
-Supports standard 7.1 Surround sound transmission.
-Fully supports HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) technology to safeguard copyright of the content being viewed.
How to Output Images to TV via MHL?
There are two ways to output images to TV using MHL technology: through an adapter or by directly plugging into the TV screen via an HDMI port compatible with MHL.
Using an Adapter
Outputting Images to TV via MHL
Outputting Images to TV via MHL through an adapter is quite simple; you need the following tools:
Outputting Images to TV via MHL
-An MHL-HDMI adapter, each brand offers different adapters, or you can find them on forums or online shops.
-A microUSB – USB cable to power the adapter.
-A device compatible with MHL, such as a TV with an HDMI port.
-A full-size HDMI cable (Type A), which is the type of cable you connect from a laptop or set-top box to a TV.
After having all the necessary tools, you connect as follows:
-Plug the HDMI end of the cable (the largest end) into the HDMI (MHL) port on the TV.
-Plug the USB end of the cable into the TV's USB port.
-Insert the MHL end (the smallest end) into the phone's charging port.
-Press the Source, Input, or arrow icon... to select the data input for the corresponding HDMI (MHL) port connected to the TV), and the phone screen will be projected onto the TV.
Direct Connection
Direct HDMI Connection
If your monitor or TV has an HDMI port compatible with MHL, you just need to buy an HDMI-microUSB cable with MHL integration. Plug one end into the phone, the other end into the TV, and you're all set.
