MacBook Pro and Sony HDTV- DVI-HDMI connection problem

Hi, I am trying to connect my HDTV and MacBook Pro eith retina display by DVI-HDMI cable but there is no signal. My TV is Sony HDTV rear projection model# KDP-65WS550
I am not really good at Mac so please help me!

Hi egemenavsar!
I have two articles for you here that may help you resolve this issue:
Apple computers: Troubleshooting issues with video on internal or external displays
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1573
OS X: Using multiple displays in Mavericks
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5891
Thanks for being a part of the Apple Support Communities!
Regards,
Braden

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