Hook up mini mac to hdmi tv
I've used a brand new HDMI cable to connect the new Mac mini to my HDMI monitor, but all I get is a black screen. Occasionally, if I hit a key on the keyboard, a man's voice starts speaking in what sounds like Russian. I know the cable works, I know the monitor works. Why won't they talk to each other?
Are there any input choices on the TV, like DVR, PC, etc.?
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