I can't connect my MBP to my Sony Bravia

2009 MPB OS 10.5.8, 2.26 GHz Intel Processor, NVIDIA GeForce 9400m
Sony Bravia “BRAVIA”
Connected with a Gigaware Mdp to HDMI adapter, and a Radioshack 3ft. HDMI cable
The MBP doesn't detect anything, hitting "Detect Displays" does nothing.
The TV just says "no signal" or "unsupported signal"
I've tried unplugging/replugging and turning on and off in every possible order.
Any ideas?

The cable is probably the problem.  Apple only supports an adapter from Mini DisplayPort to HDMI and a standard HDMI cable.  These all-in-one cables aren't supported.
http://store.apple.com/us/product/H1824ZM/A/Moshi_Mini_DisplayPort_to_HDMI_Adapt er?fnode=MTY1NDA3Ng&mco=MTgwOTAzMjI
Regards,
Captfred

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