Connect to a 19" monitor (LG)

Used L1920P monitor with my G4 Powermac. Easier for these eyes to read xls files and such. (15pin connector / analog)
Recently purchased powerbook pro 2.2 ghz. Took DVI adaptor and plugged in. Now I'd like to have monitor display - where do I find the system preference that allows for using 2 monitors or another 1? Hopefully I'm missing something!!
Thought I'd need to download a driver - took original disc - label states drivers included. Upon opening only pdf manuals are there. Hazy memory of original instal.
If anyone can help I'd be appreciative!

system preferences > Displays > detect displays
display has to be connected and powered on at Mac startup
you dont need a driver, its built in to the OS

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