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[Q] Just ordered MHL-HDMI cable - will it transmit Spotify to my AV receiver?

I'm looking for a way to play both Spotify from my SGS2 through my Onkyo AV receiver to my speakers, as well as just play videos from my SGS2 through the Onkyo so that I can watch videos from sites like charlierose.com (which uses flowplayer), etc. on my TV.
Should this work? Anyone received their cable from play.com sooner than expected? Hoping it doesn't take the 1-2 weeks.

And what about this cable ?
http://www.dealextreme.com/p/ca-156-usb-hdmi-adapter-cable-for-nokia-53688
It is for Nokia but Nokia also supports MHL so I assume it can be used for the Galxy S2 ??

That doesn't look like a MHL cable to me; the small end should have a 5-pin micro USB, and the MHL-to-HDMI conversion requires a bridge chip, which needs to be powered, which is why the other MHL adapters require you to plug in a charger.

mermaidkiller said:
And what about this cable ?
http://www.dealextreme.com/p/ca-156-usb-hdmi-adapter-cable-for-nokia-53688
It is for Nokia but Nokia also supports MHL so I assume it can be used for the Galxy S2 ??
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it does not work . I have seen that it does not work being mentioned at many places
one eg:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=14433957&postcount=30
edit : also its a usb host cable for nokia and not for samsung

drgopoos said:
it does not work . I have seen that it does not work being mentioned at many places
one eg:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=14433957&postcount=30
edit : also its a usb host cable for nokia and not for samsung
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its actually not a usb cable at all.
its a second cable packaged with the n8 that plugs into a mini-hdmi port on the top of the phone converting it to a regular size hdmi socket to connect to a screen..
still useless for the sgs2

My mistake
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[Q] Full HDMI mirroring?

Has anyont tried out HDMI/ USB adapter on this yet? Is it full mirroring?

Using an MHL adapter does give you mirror display output. There is not enough power from the phone to power the MHL adapter, so you must use a power adapter.
I used an HTC MHL adapter. Check with Monoprice, they just started carrying generic MHL's.

Did u guys gets an adapter with your phone? Wirefly said I wasn't supposed to get one.

Uhhhhh... Last time I looked, Samsung wasn't buying HTC branded accessories and including them with their products! LOL!!
No MHL included.

-logik- said:
Uhhhhh... Last time I looked, Samsung wasn't buying HTC branded accessories and including them with their products! LOL!!
No MHL included.
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Sorry, I'm talking about the HDMI to USB adapter that I was seeing in the unboxing video's online but didn't come with my phone.

r3a1ist said:
Sorry, I'm talking about the HDMI to USB adapter that I was seeing in the unboxing video's online but didn't come with my phone.
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Was only sent to certain reviewers u r missing nothing..... U must now purchase one..... Theres a couple links going around for cheap ones
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Nope. They are cheaping out on us. Just the phone and charger.
The European version at least got some decent looking headphones, and I have seen one set actually have a basic leather case. The case might have been a reviewers special or something.
Best place I would recommend getting an MHL would be Monoprice. You can get them cheaper at Amazon or Ebay, but you get what you pay for from those places.

r3a1ist said:
Sorry, I'm talking about the HDMI to USB adapter that I was seeing in the unboxing video's online but didn't come with my phone.
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That would be an MHL (Mobile High-Definition Link)
Usb to HDMI with another USB port for power. I have an HTC version. Works great, must use power to usb port next to HDMI output. Some devices have enough power to drive the adapter. Unfortuntely, the E4GT does not.

What, not even headphones.
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springsyeti said:
What, not even headphones.
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Correct.
Phone, charger, usb cable, weak looking manual and paperwork.

r3a1ist said:
Sorry, I'm talking about the HDMI to USB adapter that I was seeing in the unboxing video's online but didn't come with my phone.
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in the review he mentions that the mhl adapter did not come with the phone.

got my mhl adapter and mirroring is working good.
However wondering if there is any way to make the video quality playback better?
should one adjsut the screen density or any other settings?I have you tube and netflix playing well but not in that high of quality IMO

[Q] TMO Galaxy Note 2 tv out?

I have Galaxy note 2 tmo usa version.
I tried to use tv out with following item
1) sony bravia xbr9 tv
2) Micro USB to HDMI® MHL Adapter (http://www.monoprice.com/products/p...=10833&cs_id=1083314&p_id=8675&seq=1&format=2)
3) Note 2
4) standard hdmi cabel
I tried to connect but there is no signal on tv. all connection was proper and power was on to tv and the adapter.
I tired to diff hdmi cable - connection between TV and Adapter. but no luck .Also changed hdmi port on tv.
is there specific adapter i need to buy fr note 2 or hdmi cabel?

uhs74 said:
I have Galaxy note 2 tmo usa version.
I tried to use tv out with following item
1) sony bravia xbr9 tv
2) Micro USB to HDMI® MHL Adapter (http://www.monoprice.com/products/p...=10833&cs_id=1083314&p_id=8675&seq=1&format=2)
3) Note 2
4) standard hdmi cabel
I tried to connect but there is no signal on tv. all connection was proper and power was on to tv and the adapter.
I tired to diff hdmi cable - connection between TV and Adapter. but no luck .Also changed hdmi port on tv.
is there specific adapter i need to buy fr note 2 or hdmi cabel?
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Had the same problem..there was nothing wrong with my connection as I switched to my old GS2 and HTC One S and both worked..

ellac49 said:
Had the same problem..there was nothing wrong with my connection as I switched to my old GS2 and HTC One S and both worked..
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thanks fr reply. but i didnt get you how to make it work?

The note 2 and the s3 have different hml adapters. You will also need a converter.
On the monoprice link you posted, youll notice ab asterisk next to the s3. Same applies to the note 2.
http://www.monoprice.com/products/p...=10833&cs_id=1083314&p_id=9716&seq=1&format=2
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cholepuree1 said:
The note 2 and the s3 have different hml adapters. You will also need a converter.
On the monoprice link you posted, youll notice ab asterisk next to the s3. Same applies to the note 2.
http://www.monoprice.com/products/p...=10833&cs_id=1083314&p_id=9716&seq=1&format=2
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I just got a Samsung HDTV Adapter Tip (5 to 11 Pin) Model EPL-FU10BEBSTD, which has micro-USB female to male; it enabled my TMobile "HDMI connection kit" that had worked with Galaxy S2 Hercules to work now with my Galaxy Note II. The connection kit was expensive, but has a 10' cable from the MHL adapter body to the male micro-usb plug, as well as a 5' cable to the TV HDMI, and a wall charger to power the adapter body. So the arrangement is quite flexible once installed.

I was hoping someone could help me with this problem also. I have a hdmi capable monitor that I would like to hook my note2 up to but for whatever reason the monitor will not detect the signal. i have tried rebooting and connecting it various ways but no dice.
the only thing i can think of is that its the rom im using which is myrom's latest version

Do you have 5pin or 11pin mhl cable? Note2 requires 11pin one.
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SolaceKane said:
the only thing i can think of is that its the rom im using which is myrom's latest version
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I was told you need an S3 cable. Here's the one I use.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/310491287097?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2648

Yea you guys are right you need 11 pin for the note 2. the sgs2 used 5 pin so if you have one for your older phone you need a new one or I think they make a converter too. I would suggest getting right from samsung. it may cost more but you get what you pay for usually and samsung makes the best stuff when it comes to that. Also another thing to consider while you are on samsungs website they have a multimedia dock that is on backorder right now but for a 100 dollars it turns your note2 into a pc basically. It has 3 full size usb ports so you can hook up a mouse keyboard and external hard drive and it has the hdmi port and an auido port so you can hook it up to a hdmi tv/ monitor and multimedia speaker system. I was going to get a new computer but I found this thing. So basically I can have an android desktop. It dont get better than that. Now wit dropbox and mobile odin and this exynos exploit we really dont need to hook up to a pc to root so there is no real reason for it. Just something to think about.

This is really helpful. My question is will this charge your phone while you are connected to the tv? Also, I see some of the description on ebay says it might not work if you are rooted.

safeplayer22 said:
This is really helpful. My question is will this charge your phone while you are connected to the tv? Also, I see some of the description on ebay says it might not work if you are rooted.
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I am rooted; The MHL/HDMI system works well, if that is your concern. The charger that I use for the MHL adapter is much lower amperage than the one that came with the Galaxy Note 2, so I would guess that charging might be slow if you are watching a movie that way, or maybe not even keep up, but I don't have the patience to do the test (or watch movies that way).

Hmmmm!!!!
I just got the Samsung dock and can't connect with HDMI on rooted stock.
The phone detects the dock and charges up, but no signal to the screen. Also tried hooking it up with the TV and projector using two different custom rom and separate HDMI cables and no dice.
Guess the dock is defective.

ask - connect note 2 to projector

does anyone ever tried using mhl to connect the projector with vga connection? please help ....
If for instance you can, can you share the tools
Sorry for my bad english

I'm waiting for my mhl cable to arrive...I am planning to use my phone also to project PPS I'll give you some feedback when I get the adapter.

marshall2005 said:
I'm waiting for my mhl cable to arrive...I am planning to use my phone also to project PPS I'll give you some feedback when I get the adapter.
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glad to hear that.... are you planning to use HDMI to VGA converter ?? is that work ??

i have a hdmi-dvi adapter, I'll try that first.

marshall2005 said:
i have a hdmi-dvi adapter, I'll try that first.
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that would be great
do u have a blackberry ??
or any Messenger that can make us communicate each other ?

You can connect a N2 to a projector with a Samsung MHL cable (most won't work dou to changed pin layout...), but your projector needs to have an HDMI or DVI-D input. VGA is analogue, HDMI digital. You will need a powered converter to connect these. And that's gonna cost you about $100.

dobbi10k said:
You can connect a N2 to a projector with a Samsung MHL cable (most won't work dou to changed pin layout...), but your projector needs to have an HDMI or DVI-D input. VGA is analogue, HDMI digital. You will need a powered converter to connect these. And that's gonna cost you about $100.
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what kind of converter i need ...?? can you give me some advice where to find powered converter ??

Found this one on Newegg... If that's not where you live you can always search for 'HDMI to VGA converter'.
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dobbi10k said:
Found this one on Newegg... If that's not where you live you can always search for 'HDMI to VGA converter'.
I actually bought that exact converter from amazon just a few weeks ago. If I can find an mhl cable here in sacramento today. I'll let you know how or if it works.
Would any micro usb to hdmi adapter work? Or does it have to be specifically that cable?
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Well, the N2 uses a special pin layout, so... Yes, it needs to be one specifically for the N2 or S3 (same thing here).
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Micro USB MHL to HDMI adapter

Looking around to see if anyone have ever used a micro USB to HDMI MHL adapter for the Xperia Z/ZL.
Thanks.

yeah i have used mine - works fine, better than when on my galaxy nexus

gduong128 said:
Looking around to see if anyone have ever used a micro USB to HDMI MHL adapter for the Xperia Z/ZL.
Thanks.
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Used it. It works real good. Just make sure the output is set to 1080p.
Was wondering if anybody used usb otg with a pen drive??
Hit thanks if i have helped u.

control freak said:
Used it. It works real good. Just make sure the output is set to 1080p.
Was wondering if anybody used usb otg with a pen drive??
Hit thanks if i have helped u.
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Do you have a link to the MHL adapter you used?

gduong128 said:
Do you have a link to the MHL adapter you used?
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http://www.ebay.in/itm/MHL-Micro-US...Mobile_Accessories&hash=item257a28285d&_uhb=1
Or, just search ebay for a mhl cable, u will find plenty.. But make sure to buy a Full HD one

gduong128 said:
Looking around to see if anyone have ever used a micro USB to HDMI MHL adapter for the Xperia Z/ZL.
Thanks.
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We just can't use the MHL adapter that is specific for Galaxy S3 / S4.
The standard model (for Galaxy Nexys, Galaxy S2, HTC Evo 4G Tablet, HTC Sensation 4G etc) is the one that works perfectly.

I order this one from ebay, will post the results once received.
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/190708277360?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649

gduong128 said:
I order this one from ebay, will post the results once received.
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/190708277360?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
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I received my MHL adapter and it works great. I need to connect with a charger to have it working properly.

gduong128 said:
I received my MHL adapter and it works great. I need to connect with a charger to have it working properly.
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yup i have 2 different MHL adapters i bought some time ago. Both works great. Cheers :good:

I ordered an MHL adapter from Amazon this weekend, they delayed my order and when it was ready to ship they had a snag with my usual form of payment. But by the time I was ready to fix it, the Chromecast had come out.
I wanted the MHL adapter to stream HBO Go content to my TV, since there is no PS3 app and my Samsung TV doesn't have an app for it. With the Chromecast, it seems like this can be fixed by being able to push the content from HBO Go and other sources directly from my phone or my Chrome browser. Looks interesting, and for $35, it's worth a shot. I cancelled my MHL adapter order and placed a (late) order for a Chromecast.
We'll see.

gduong128 said:
I received my MHL adapter and it works great. I need to connect with a charger to have it working properly.
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I continued to play around with the MHL adapter. I noticed that the remote control of my TV does not control the ZL when connected. After some searches, I figured that the MHL adapter needs to be RPC/CEC compatible as well. I have a Samsung LED TV with have Anynet+CEC. I used to connect Xperia Arc over HDMI and was able to control from remote control. So when buying MHL adapter make sure it is RPC/CEC compliant!

Hi guys I have an xperia zl. The ebay link provided does not allows delivering to my USA adddress. Do you know if this will work? http://www.amazon.com/Menotek-Adapt...sation/dp/B005F9W6DU/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top
thanks

control freak said:
Used it. It works real good. Just make sure the output is set to 1080p.
Was wondering if anybody used usb otg with a pen drive??
Hit thanks if i have helped u.
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yup i have used OTG to connect a 16GB HP pendrive, a Genius 2.0 Keyboard and a Wireless Microsoft mouse all works perfect...

Cable vs mirroring, I havent tried both just asking which is better in terms of picture quality? sorry for the off topic. Thank you

jun1662 said:
Cable vs mirroring, I havent tried both just asking which is better in terms of picture quality? sorry for the off topic. Thank you
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Mirroring is only available in selected Sony Tvs..but cable can be used with any having an hdmi connection.
Quality wise not much of difference in video but audio is better via hdmi
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unmaskedfalesh said:
Mirroring is only available in selected Sony Tvs..but cable can be used with any having an hdmi connection.
Quality wise not much of difference in video but audio is better via hdmi
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Thank you, good to know, so I need to get me an HDMI cable.

gduong128 said:
I continued to play around with the MHL adapter. I noticed that the remote control of my TV does not control the ZL when connected. After some searches, I figured that the MHL adapter needs to be RPC/CEC compatible as well. I have a Samsung LED TV with have Anynet+CEC. I used to connect Xperia Arc over HDMI and was able to control from remote control. So when buying MHL adapter make sure it is RPC/CEC compliant!
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Hi gduong, did you manage to find a MHL adapter that is RPC/CEC compatible that is also confirmed working? I also just saw the other recent posting from a fellow forum member seems to point to a potential one...

venexiano said:
Hi guys I have an xperia zl. The ebay link provided does not allows delivering to my USA adddress. Do you know if this will work? http://www.amazon.com/Menotek-Adapt...sation/dp/B005F9W6DU/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top
thanks
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Hello Venexiano,
Did you manage to get this cable to try out on the Xperia ZL ?
http://www.amazon.com/Menotek-Adapt...sation/dp/B005F9W6DU/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top
I too, am looking at this cable. But, I don't want to buy it until I see someone reporting back on the forum if this is fully working with our Xperia ZL.
One particular user comment says this, which is a bit worrying:
Will NOT output 1080p. Only outputs in 720p.
Works ok on Gingerbread... But
ICE CREAM SANDWICH BREAKS THIS MHL ADAPTER.
If you plan on upgrading to ICS... DO NOT BUY.
Any advice/info is appreciated. Thanks.

Hey,
I did not buy any cable yet since I got no answer to my question. Please let me know if you find a solution that works. I might post this in some other forum and I let you know.
thanks
Alberto

control freak said:
http://www.ebay.in/itm/MHL-Micro-US...Mobile_Accessories&hash=item257a28285d&_uhb=1
Or, just search ebay for a mhl cable, u will find plenty.. But make sure to buy a Full HD one
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I'm in india and in this link it says that it's for Samsung smartphones... Will it work with xperia zl? Do you have this particular one in ebay or did you just give a similar mhl product to the one that you bought?
Thanks.