DVI connection confusion

[bernie234]

..... I am very confused

How does one choose the correct DVI connection when you cannot see the ends on the page....... I need to go from Macbook-current firewire white model- to projector.......

thanks......bp

[decryption]

I didn't really understand your post, but I'm going to take a punt anyways and suggest that you need a Mini-DVI to whatever the projector has (probably VGA, but if could be DVI or even HDMI) cable.

Like so: Apple Mini DVI to VGA Adapter - Apple Store (Australia)

[bernie234]

.... I do have 2 connections, one has the correct end for the computer but not for the projector

......the other has the correct end for the projector, but not the computer,

guess my question would be, can I get some sort of conversion for the above from Dick Smith Electronics

EDIT: living in the country makes it hard to get these small items which are hard to explain over the phone

[Aladdin]

Cable ends are described as male or female (to work it out, let your imagination run wild . . . )

The MacBook has a female mini-DVI socket.

You'll need a mini-DVI (male) to DVI (female) adaptor (see Apple store).

You'll need a DVI cable (male at both ends) to connect to both the projector and MacBook.

In general, most devices have female sockets, and need male-to-male cables. Unless you have an extension cable, which is male-to-female.

PS: I've assumed you've got DVI on the projector.

[bernie234]

..... many thanks guys. I will try to do this via photos and e mail tomorrow..... tired now