How to hook up my iMac 4,1 to my hdmi tv

How can I get my new led tv to connect to my old iMac G5,  4,1 running 10.6.8.  Can't upgrade anymore.  I want to view the internet and certain files on the tv screen?

Whether that is a "Mid-2011" model purchased in 2012, or a "Late-2012" model, it should have a Thunderbolt port. 
This port is backward compatible with the Mini DisplayPort, which is the same sized connector.  Apple sells this adapter in the online Apple Store, to convert to HDMI
http://store.apple.com/us/product/HA824ZM/A/belkin-mini-displayport-to-hdmi-adap ter
It says, "Transmits video and audio* from your Mac with Mini DisplayPort or Thunderbolt port for viewing on any HDMI-enabled device."
Other similar adapter products should also work.

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