Connected to new Mac mini display doesn't work

Connected a new Mac mini to a 20in apple Cinema Display and display does not work

How are the two TVs connected to the Minis?
Tell us more about the "problem" TV.
Are the Minis in the same location with both TVs? I ask because maybe interference is causing the problem. If the Minis are in same location it cold be cause by interference generated by the TV

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