Connect MBP to Sony TV

My MBP (MacBookPro5,4, Intel Core 2 Duo 2.53GHz) will not display when I connect it to my Sony TV. I am using the MiniDisplay to DVI adapter, then DVI to HDMI to my TV. The display shows up in the System Preferences, but nothing is displayed on the TV.
Any Ideas?

Obvious question, but you guys have chosen the right input setting on your TV based on where your cables are plugged in?
Mine is connected to our Aquos via the mini to DVI adaptor (I just use the DVI and a separate audio cable). I do not have mine set to mirror as I wanted the dual-display ability for some things.

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