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Before you begin

You can resolve many display issues by updating the software on your Apple devices, cables, and adapters. If you can see an image on your screen, check for software updates using the Mac App Store:

  1. Connect your external display and any Apple video cables or adapters that you use with it.
  2. From the Apple menu, choose App Store.
  3. Click the Updates button in the App Store window.
  4. Install any macOS or firmware updates that are listed.

If you're using a display, hub, extender, or adapter not made by Apple, check with the manufacturer for any updates that might be available.

If you're trying to connect a 4K display or Ultra HD TV with your Mac, make sure your computer meets the requirements for using these external displays.

If your software and firmware are up to date, or if you can't see the image on your screen, try the steps below for your specific issue.

If the display image is blank or unusable

Try these steps if you don't see an image on your display. These steps can also help if the image on your screen repeatedly turns on and off (flickers), if horizontal lines appear (snow), or if the image is distorted (torn or scrambled).

These steps likely won't help if the issue is only happening in one app. If you see similar issues in only one window or app, check with the app's developer for updates or more help.

Check connections

Check the connections to your Mac and external displays:

  • If you're using an Apple notebook, try connecting its power adapter.
  • Make sure the external display's power cable is securely connected and that your display is turned on.
  • If you're using a Mac Pro (Late 2013) make sure your displays are connected to the right ports.
  • If you're using a display hub, switchbox, or 'KVM,' try connecting your display's video cable directly to your Mac instead.
  • Disconnect the video cable where it plugs into your Mac, then plug it back in to reseat the connection.
  • If you're using a video adapter, unplug the video adapter from your Mac, then plug it back in to reseat the connection.
  • If you're using more than one video adapter to connect your display (the adapters are 'chained' together), try connecting the display using only one adapter if possible. Some video adapters can't be connected together. For example, a mini DisplayPort to DVI adapter can't be connected to a DVI to HDMI adapter.
  • If your display has more than one video connection, see if using another connection on the display works. If possible, check to see if using a different display or a different adapter works.
  • Try using a different cable that you know is in working order. Check with the display's manufacturer to make sure you're using the cable they recommend.
  • Restart the Mac with the display connected.

Detect your display

If you're using an external display, sleep and wake your Mac to make it check for connected displays:

  1. Press the power button on your computer to put it to sleep, or choose Apple menu > Sleep.
  2. Wait a few moments, then press a key on your keyboard or click your mouse or trackpad to wake your Mac.

If you're using more than one display, and you can see the image on one of the displays, you can also use Displays preferences to check for connected displays.

Adjust video settings

If there's no image on your display, try adjusting your display's brightness or contrast. If there's still no image, or the image appears torn or scrambled, try selecting a different video resolution in System Preferences.

Adjust brightness

  • If you're using an Apple Display, press the increase brightness key on your Apple keyboard. To adjust the brightness of a secondary display, press Control-F2.
  • If you're using a display that's not made by Apple, check the documentation that came with your display to see if it includes built-in controls for adjusting its brightness or contrast.
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Change your display resolution

  1. From the Apple menu, choose System Preferences.
  2. Click the Displays icon.
  3. Click Default for display. If you see more than one resolution listed, choose a resolution and refresh rate. If the display turns off when you change resolutions, press the escape key to undo the change.

If you can't change the resolution of your display because you can't see an image, restart your Mac in safe mode to reset the display resolution to defaults.

If starting in safe mode doesn't resolve the issue, reset your Mac's NVRAM and SMC to reset the video ports on your Mac to their defaults.

Check for third-party display software

If your display works only when your Mac is started in safe mode, and you have display-related software installed, check with the software's developer for updates, or try temporarily uninstalling it.

If an image appears fuzzy or blurry

If images or text on your display appear pixelated or blurry, check these things.

Check your display resolution

Make sure your display resolution in System Preferences is set to its default. If you're using a resolution that's scaled, the image might be magnified to fit the display. This can cause the image to look blurry in some apps.

  1. From the Apple menu, choose System Preferences.
  2. Click the Displays icon.
  3. Select Default for display.

If you use a monitor or an HDTV connected with an HDMI cable, you might see a difference in video quality if your display is set to television mode. Check your display for a 'monitor mode' setting to get the best video quality.

Retina displays

If an app you're using appears low resolution on your Retina display, check to see if an update to the app is available. Most apps have been updated to use the higher pixel densities of Retina displays.

Lower-resolution images on some web pages might also appear 'softer' when viewed on a Retina display. This is because Retina displays have a higher pixel density and not all websites use Retina-ready images.

For example, the images below look different when viewed on a Retina display, but the same on a non-Retina display. This happens because the Retina-ready image has a higher pixel density:

If you see contrast or color issues

If your entire display image seems too dark or too bright, you can adjust the brightness and contrast from the Displays pane of System Preferences, or by using your display's built-in controls.

Adjust brightness and contrast

To adjust the brightness of your Apple display, press the brightness key or F2 key on your keyboard. You can also use the brightness adjustment for each connected display in System Preferences > Displays.

Displays not made by Apple sometimes have brightness and color adjustments built into the display. Check the documentation for your display to see if it includes built-in controls.

When you connect a display, projector, or HDTV using an HDMI cable, you might see a difference in video quality if your display is set to television mode. Check your device for a 'monitor mode' setting to achieve the best video quality.

You can also calibrate each display from the Color tab of Displays preferences to get the best color and brightness from your display.

If you see bright or dark pixels

If individual pixels on your display seem too bright or too dark, see these articles for more help:

Connecting displays with Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C)

The Apple Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter connects Mac models with Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports to older devices that use Thunderbolt (10Gbps) or Thunderbolt 2 (20Gbps). For example, this is the adapter that you should use to connect your MacBook Pro to an Apple Thunderbolt Display or a third-party Thunderbolt 2 storage device.

This adapter doesn't support connections to Mini DisplayPort displays, including the following Apple adapters and displays:

  • Apple Mini DisplayPort to Dual-Link DVI Adapter
  • Apple Mini DisplayPort to DVI Adapter
  • Apple Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter
  • Apple LED Cinema Display

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If you're using the Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter to connect to a compatible display and the display doesn't show an image, try unplugging the adapter and plugging it back in.

Get more help

If you've tried these steps and your display still isn't working, contact Apple Support to get more help.

Diagnostic fees may apply for issues not covered under warranty or the AppleCare Protection Plan (APP).

Microsoft Wireless Display Adapter V2 Review – Is V2 Worthy?

Denise Bingham

Our Rating:

All of us have watched YouTube videos on our PC, laptop, or smartphone, right? We also copy our favorite images and videos from our smartphone or tablet to the computer or TV for enjoying them on a bigger screen. Most of you may have heard about the WiDi technology or WiFi display adapter dongle. Such device helps to mirror the content of the smaller screen on a bigger TV or computer.

You can find a number of WiDi adapter reviews on the web, but today, I will talk about a special wireless monitor adapter review– Microsoft V2. I will narrate the essential features, design, performance, and other aspects of this wireless display dongle and then we will see the worthiness of V2. So, let’s proceed with the same.

Microsoft Wireless Display Adapter V2 Review

The Microsoft wireless display adapter V2 works on the Miracast technology which is also called WiDi (WiFi Direct) for making the communication easier between different wireless-enabled devices. One of the most beneficial uses of WiDi is that you need not get a WiFi router to make a connection across the utensil.

Features of Microsoft V2

  1. This HDMI wireless display adapter is the best replacement for an HDMI cable which makes a wired connection between two devices.
  2. It helps you to mirror the screen of your smartphone, tablet, or laptop on a bigger TV or computer monitor to stream videos, images, presentations, and much more.
  3. Quick and easy setup ensures that even the non-techy persons can use it without any hassle.
  4. Rather than dealing with wires and limited space to use, the V2 allows enjoying watching the content from a fair distance.
  5. It offers great flexibility. You do not need to have a smart TV to use this Miracast dongle, just plug it into the HDMI or USB socket (power) of the machine and mirror the content on the bigger screen.
  6. Neat design in a plastic case with a length of 30cm cable for the cable makes an extremely portable adapter while traveling.
  7. Both the USB and HDMI ends join in a plastic, transparent receptacle for offering secure and clean storage while not in use.

Design

The Microsoft wireless monitor adapter V2 comes in a rectangular black shape. The looks are almost exactly like a USB storage drive with a cable. Weighing only 33.1 grams, it has a length of 9cm (the main part) and a cable length of 30 cm. This WiDi adapter has an operating range of 23 feet which is sufficient for your home or office area of viewing.

The adapter has one HDMI connector and a fixed USB cable for input and power respectively. If you have an older Television Set which does not have a USB port included, then you can purchase an additional USB extension device along with an external power supply.

Setup and Performance

As I stated in the features section, setting up the Microsoft V2 is an easy process. Connect the HDMI and USB end at the relative ports of your TV and then turn on your TV. On the TV screen, you will see a message “Ready to connect” along with a company logo and name of the Miracast wireless dongle adapter.

The Microsoft V2 supports Windows 8.1 & Windows 10 Operating Systems on PCs and Android 4.4 & higher versions for Android. You can check whether your Windows 7 PC supports Miracast though. The default resolution for the Miracast screen is 1080P (FHD – Full HD), but you can set it as per your device configurations. Not only the visuals, but the Microsoft V2 will transfer audio too which allows you to enjoy with a great watching experience. When I used it on my Dell Laptop to mirror the screen of my Android mobile, I never had any disruption in watching or listening to the video and audio files. So, full marks to V2 for the ease of setup and peak performance across the devices.

How to connect Microsoft Wireless Monitor Adapter V2 with PC or smartphone?

After you connect the Microsoft V2 with your TV and see the message for ‘Ready to connect,’ follow the steps below to mirror the screen of your Windows PC or Android mobile.

With Windows PC:

  • Press Windows + S key and type “Settings.”
  • Click on “Devices” section.
  • Now choose ‘’Add Bluetooth or other device” and then “Wireless display or dock” option.

Your PC will recognize the device and display the name of the display adapter. Tap on it, and you are ready to go.

With Android device:

  • Open the ‘Phone Settings.’
  • Click on the ‘Display’ menu.
  • Scroll down and look for the ‘Cast screen’ option.
  • From the menu, choose the option of ‘Enable wireless display.’

Your device will search for the wireless connection and display the name of the Miracast adapter. Choose it, and you can now mirror the screen of your Android on the bigger TV or monitor.

Microsoft Wireless Display Adapter V2 Vs V1

The V1 is the first generation WiDi adapter from Microsoft. It was introduced in 2014 and soon established its image as the best Miracast dongle in the category. Both V1 and V2 have similar design and shape; the V1 has all the electronics part at a single end though.

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As V2 is an upgraded version, it provides more stability over the wireless connection than V1. The V2 has one-inch shorter cable length than that of original HDMI wireless display adapter from Microsoft. Also, there is an upgrade in the UI system which is easier to read and understand in the later version. Moreover, you will see the clear instructions for connecting to your Miracast enabled device in the Version 2. But, the top of all, the definite and most appreciable change in the V2 is that you will face less lag when you mirror the screen of the Android smartphone on the TV than in the previous version.

Goods about Microsoft V2

  • It offers almost perfect screen mirroring the functionality of your smartphone, tablet, and laptop to the HDTV or computer monitor.
  • The V2 provides tremendous quality of audio and video from one device to another device.
  • Compact design makes it more flexible to use and easy to carry anywhere.
  • It has a beginner-friendly setup process.
  • It doesn’t need to use a Wireless router to connect Windows and Android devices.

Bad about Microsoft V2

  • It may look costly for the first time display adapter users, especially compared to Google Chromecast which is also a popular screen mirroring device.
  • The length of the cord can be extended.
  • For the owners who don’t have a USB port on their TV, need to buy an external power supply for using this.
  • Not ideal for gaming.

Is Microsoft V2 worthy?

The Microsoft wireless display adapter V2 has simple setup process, flexible compatibility, and ease of portability. It supports a wide range of Windows and Android devices by eliminating the need for a WiFi router. Also, it offers stunning audiovisual quality with neglectable lagging. The WiDi technology creates the user-friendly environment. But, you have a cheaper option in terms of Google Chromecast like devices which streams a number of online applications as well as mirrors the mobile screen running with the 4.4.2 or higher version of Android. In addition, you may need to buy an external power source if your device doesn’t have a USB port which adds some extra to your budget.

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Overall, if you want to make your Android and PC/TV screens exactly the same through a wireless connection, then there is no any near competition to the Microsoft V2 HDMI display adapter. So, I can say, it is really a worthy product to buy for your home/office use.