Re: default resolution on distro boot
On 24/01/12 09:47, mikezb@softhome.net wrote:
> Given that several Linux distros identify (on boot) my display brand and
> type, get the size only slightly wrong, but default to a resolution that
> isn't native and doesn't work correctly, how do I identify just what
> package, module, or kernel part this "bug" hides in?
> I'm using a Sharp 32" LCD tv via hdmi cable, and it's identified as a 37".
> That's not as important as the default resolution, which comes up as
> 1280x720, but should be 1360x768 (or 1024x768 if wxga isn't doable).
>
What do you mean by "doesn't work correctly"?
You probably should not expect the same display quality on a "tv"
display as a PC display.
Are they all using the same driver[*1], have you cycled through all the
modes "they" support[*2], does your graphics card support all the modes
your display is capable of, etc.
[*2]Ctrl++, Ctrl--, or xrandr
The actual model of your television will allow you to find out what it's
capable of - unless the display shows errors you could presume that it
is being detected properly, just not the same RRate/Resolution/driver.
Please post the Debian information. Use pastebin.debian.net (or pastebinit).
[*1]/var/log/Xorg.0.log
$ lspci | grep VGA
and any warnings, errors, or fails from dmesg
Cheers
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