Can you connect a normal Nintendo Switch to a TV?

Connect one end of the HDMI cable to the bottom terminal of the dock, labeled "HDMI OUT", then connect the other end to an HDMI port on your television or monitor. Close the back cover of the Nintendo Switch dock.
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Can a regular Nintendo Switch connect to a TV?

This page shows you how to connect a Nintendo Switch console to a TV. Keep in mind, only the regular Nintendo Switch model and Nintendo Switch OLED come with a dock (shown below) and are meant to connect to a TV. The Nintendo Switch Lite model is not intended to be connected to a monitor or TV.
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Can you connect a Nintendo Switch to a non smart TV?

A: Yes! You'll need a USB-C to HDMI adapter if you want to connect your Switch to your TV without utilizing the dock. Fortunately, purchasing one of these will cost much less than paying for an authorized replacement dock.
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Why won't Switch connect to TV?

Verify you are using the correct input on the TV. If you are using a dock with a built-in LAN port, update the dock to the latest firmware. Lower or adjust the TV Resolution settings on the console. Try a different HDMI port on the TV.
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Can a Nintendo Switch be used without a TV?

Of the three available play modes, Tabletop Mode and Handheld Mode can be used without a television. See here for details about the different play modes. * There may be differences with some software depending on the mode you use.
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How to connect the Nintendo Switch in TV Mode without the Dock

How do I connect my old Nintendo Switch to my TV?

Connect one end of the HDMI cable to the bottom terminal of the dock, labeled "HDMI OUT", then connect the other end to an HDMI port on your television or monitor. Close the back cover of the Nintendo Switch dock. Remove the left and right Joy-Con controllers from the console.
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Will old Nintendo work on new TV?

The answer is yes. Modern TVs can play retro game consoles. You may need to take some extra steps to display the system on the screen (if you are with pure nostalgia, this will not cause much inconvenience).
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Why won't my Switch connect to the dock?

If your dock isn't working, unplug your Switch's HDMI and power cables. Reconnect the power cable first, and then the HDMI cable. A Switch with a fully depleted battery may take some time to charge before it turns on while docked, making it look like the dock isn't working.
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Does the Switch come with a dock?

Your new system comes with everything you need to pop in a game and play, including: Nintendo Switch – OLED Model console. Nintendo Switch dock with LAN port. 1 Joy-Con™ (L) controller, 1 Joy-Con™ (R) controller.
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Can you charge a Switch with a phone charger?

We've heard this question often, and technically, you can charge a Nintendo Switch with a phone charger. However, even though it's technically possible to charge your Switch with your phone charger, it's not the best idea if you want to keep your console in top shape.
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Can Nintendo Switch use any HDMI cable?

Both Nintendo Switch models output at 1080p resolution, so just about any decent HDMI cable will be fine for use with them. That said, the original and OLED Switch both include good quality cables, so I'd recommend using them, unless you have a specific need for a longer cable or angled connector.
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Can I use my switch to watch TV?

Even though you can't watch live TV, the Nintendo Switch does have a few streaming apps available, such as Hulu. With Hulu, you can watch lots of TV shows and movies, as long as you have a subscription. So, in a way, you can watch “TV” but through streaming services available on the platform.
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Can I connect Nintendo Switch Lite to TV?

As a dedicated handheld gaming device, Nintendo Switch Lite does not support output to a TV.
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How to connect regular Nintendo to TV?

Connect one end of the HDMI cable to an available HDMI port on your television or monitor, and the other end to the HDMI port on the back of the control deck.
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Can you use Nintendo Switch on normal TV?

With the Nintendo Switch docking station, you can connect your console to a TV, monitor or projector. Here's how to connect Nintendo Switch to a TV: Flip open the side panel on the dock. Plug one end of the HDMI cable into the dock, then plug the other end into your display (monitor, TV, projector etc).
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Can all Nintendo Switch connect to TV?

Play games on the big screen, either on your own, or together with family and friends. TV Mode-compatible games () are supported. *Games displaying a () or () icon do not support TV Mode. *Nintendo Switch Lite does not support TV Mode.
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How to hook up Nintendo Switch to TV without dock?

Use an HDMI adapter instead of a Dock to be able to play your Switch on your TV! Plug the USB-C cables and HDMI into the adapter, then plug the HDMI into your TV.
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How long does a Switch take to charge?

The Nintendo Switch console takes approximately 3 hours to fully charge when the console is powered off or in sleep mode. Charging time will be longer if the console is in use. Once fully charged, the battery duration for the console varies depending on model and on the software application and functions being used.
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Why wont my Switch connect to my TV?

Plug in the cables in the correct order

If your Switch isn't coming up on your TV screen, you may have plugged in the cables in the wrong order. Connect the power adapter first, followed by the HDMI cord. Try disconnecting, then reconnecting your cables following these steps: Remove your Nintendo Switch from the dock.
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Can you charge a Switch without a TV?

Directly with the Nintendo Switch AC Adapter.

Connect the USB plug from the Nintendo Switch AC adapter (HAC-002) into the USB connector on the bottom of the console, then connect the AC adapter directly into a wall outlet.
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Does the Nintendo Switch come with a dock?

There's no pack-in game. The main Nintendo Switch bundle is just the hardware: the console, the left and right Joy-Con controllers, two wrist straps for them, one Joy-Con grip, one dock, an HDMI cable and an AC adapter. That's it.
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