problems connecting VGN-S1XP to TV

[PhilN]

Hi all..
I have the VGNS1XP, which only has VGA out..
I have just bought a Sony Bravia LCDTV, and it doesn't have a VGA input on it
I bought a cable off ebay which is a VGA - S-video lead.... I know its not ideal and won't give great quality, but it should at least work should it not?
I have booted the laptop up and the TV displays a black screen which flickers occasionally. I go to the desktop properties and try to attach the 2nd monitor, but that doesn't work..
can anyone help me? What am I doing wrong?
what will I need in the long run to be able to get HDTV from laptop to TV... will the docking station work?
many thanks

Phil

[PhilN]

oops, would like to add that the TV has HDMI, component, S-Video, Scart and Composite inputs..

[tractorboy]

oops, would like to add that the TV has HDMI, component, S-Video, Scart and Composite inputs..

Try maplin electronics,they do a lead that works,about £40 though.:smileysad:

[rich912]

You may find something in the AVerKey range of products.

[tractorboy]

You may find something in the AVerKey range of products.

Yeah averkey is the lead i have,from maplin.

[PhilN]

You may find something in the AVerKey range of products.

Yeah averkey is the lead i have,from maplin.

The Averkey Lite?

would I be able to output HiDef through that?
how much was it? £40?

I was swaying toward getting the docking station up till now. Might take a look at this.
is it easy to use and set up?