LCD projector connection to ibook G4

can someone please let me know what kind of cable is needed for a Hitachi LCD projector? the "media" personel at the hospital where i work are trying to use a USB to USB connection , which isn't working. There is a male 3 x 5 prong in the back of the projector that the PC's can attatch to, but my computer only has firewall, USB inputs. If anyone has any idea please let me know - thanks

Hi,
Welcome to the Discussions.
Your iBook came with a VGA adapter that plugs into the video port next to the headphone jack. Most projectors have VGA input and connecting to it will work. If the projector doesn't have VGA, it won't work with your iBook.
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