Can't switch to 1080p resolution

sethwilliam · Jun 3, 2013

I have a HDTV which says Max resolution is 1080p
I have it plugged into my hd 4000 via hdmi cable. But there is no. 1080p resolution option on the desktop.

jinayhvora · Jun 3, 2013

ur Graphics don't support the resolution, sorry

Flying-Q · Jun 3, 2013

You have to add it as an available resolution in the AMD driver as HDTVs don't always report their capabilities via HDMI correctly, where a true monitor would. It is 'fairly' straightforward to do this, even my youngster showed me he had worked out how on his machine when he wanted to dual-screen with his monitor and TV.

jinayhvora · Jun 3, 2013

I think he meant Intel HD 4000 Integrated graphics

sethwilliam · Jun 3, 2013

Yeah starry it's the integrated intel hd 4000 on my i5 3570k

Flying-Q · Jun 3, 2013

sethwilliam :

You can still add the resolution in the driver for the integrated HD4000 as it is still the Catalyst driver for the integrated graphics, but don't expect to be able to play games at that resolution.

noidea_77 · Jun 3, 2013

Is it a new or an older TV set? Please check the specs again anyway. Some of the 'HD ready" TVs only support a native resolution of 1366*768 pixel. The max resolution is accepted as input, but resized internally.

Flying-Q · Jun 3, 2013

noidea_77 :

Ooh, good call noidea_77. I had forgotten that possibility as I haven't seen one of those early 'HDready' TVs in a long time.

noidea_77 · Jun 3, 2013

Flying-Q :

There is still a bunch of 720p models on Amazon

http://www.amazon.com/Emerson-Class-720p-60hz-Hdtv/dp/B00AB06ZNK/ref=sr_1_10?s=tv&ie=UTF8&qid=1370275657&sr=1-10

sethwilliam · Jun 4, 2013

No it's a full HDTV 19" by sansui
It plays my brothers Xbox at 1080p when connected with hdmi but not my OC

Flying-Q · Jun 4, 2013

sethwilliam :

In that case it is back to the driver.

There should be an option within the driver under the section 'Monitor and TV Settings' to add display modes manually (often need for HDTVs). Once that is done you will have those modes available. You can then use the Windows desktop properties to adjust as necessary.

jinayhvora · Jun 4, 2013

Flying-Q :

sethwilliam :

In that case it is back to the driver.

You should have access to the AMD Vision engine driver ins the system tray (bottom right of task bar - shows current desktop properties when hovering on it). Open it fully and go down left menu to 'My Digital Flat Panels'. Open that to see and open 'HDTV Support'.

You will now see options on the right pane to add various display modes. Make sure the HDTV is selected in the drop-down at the top of the pane. Put a tick in the boxes corresponding to the display modes supported by your HDTV. Click 'Apply' at the bottom.

Go back to 'Desktop Management' on the left menu. Open that to access 'Desktop Properties'. You will now have the availability of the recently added display modes. Use as you please. Done.

Edit: If for any reason you do not have this driver you can get it by installing the full Catalyst driver package from AMD's website.

no offence, but isn't it clear by now we're talking about Intel Integrated Graphics?

Flying-Q · Jun 4, 2013

jinayhvora :

Yes, it is. I was very tired but within 30 seconds of posting i edited it to show the intel information which is valid.

noidea_77 · Jun 4, 2013

sethwilliam :

Please post the exact model number, because i couldn't find a single 19" sansui TV with 1920*1080. The native resolution on all models is 1366*768 or even lower.

sethwilliam · Jun 4, 2013

Wait, when I choose the resolution will it actually say 1080p or will it be something like 1900 x 1200?

noidea_77 · Jun 4, 2013

sethwilliam :

It will either say 1080p or 1920*1080.

sethwilliam · Jun 5, 2013

Ok it has 1920*1080p but when I switch to it my desktop icons are off the screen as is my start menu bar, time, active programs etc...

any way to fix this?

Flying-Q · Jun 5, 2013

sethwilliam :

That rathe supports the suggestion that your HDTV has a maximum resolution of 1366x768, which is a recognised HD resolution, as HD is more a protocol than a single resolution. In theory your TV should downscale the 1080p signal to 768p and then display it; it seems this is not happening. To test the theory, set your desktop resolution to 1366x768 and see what happens on the TV.

sethwilliam · Jun 5, 2013

Flying-Q :

I tried it at 1366*768 and it cuts off the screen :/ I set it for 1360*768 and it works fine. Is there much of a difference between 768and 1080p? Besides being more pixels doesn't affect the quality of images displayed in games?

noidea_77 · Jun 6, 2013

1360*768 is the right resolution for a 19" screen! With 1080 everything will show so small, you won't be able to click a character or symbol with you mouse or read text messages properly. You need 22" - 27" for the 1080 resolution.

sethwilliam · Jun 6, 2013

Ok yeah thanks. But is there any loss in quality from 1080 to 768? When it comes to games, or is it not noticeable. Reason is ill be recording stuff and need good quality images

Can't switch to 1080p resolution

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