Connecting 2005 mini to HDTV

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  1. Aquaduck04, Nov 28, 2010

    Aquaduck04 macrumors member

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    Hi -

    I am trying to get my girlfriend's parents a cable that will hook their 2005 Mac Mini to their HDTV. I don't know the specs on the mini, so I'm wondering what cable I will need. I know it needs to be something -> HDMI. Is the video out port on the mini a DVI?

    Any help is appreciated.

    Also, I understand that I will need a 3mm -> RCA cable to carry the audio.

    Thanks!
     
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  2. Hellhammer, Nov 28, 2010

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    If it's 2005 model, then it's G4 which has a normal DVI output. All you need is a DVI to HDMI adapter and an HDMI cable. You should be able to get those from any electronics store
     
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  3. Aquaduck04, Nov 28, 2010

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    Fantastic. Thanks very much.
     
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  4. MikeinJapan, Nov 28, 2010

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    Be warned the G4 will have trouble with 1080p and 720p. SD will be fine.
     
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