I need to connect my macbook to my tv via HDMI but im using windows vista

I bought the mini-dvi to dvi adapter and a 6' dvi to hdmi cable at the apple store today. but i cant seem to get the display up after connecting everything. I tried going to the display settings and activating the 2nd monitor, but that doesnt work and my tv keeps the "no input" display screen on.

not sure if this will work but i had a similar problem. first you may want to invest $20 into a mini-dvi to hdmi cable from onsale.com
2nd, after you hook it up...turn your laptop on and close your lid immediately. using your wireless keyboard start up your windows with bootcamp. what happens is once you close your lid immediately, it will detect the tv as the only moniter.
hope this helps. this solved my problem with using closed lid mode and bluetooth waking problems. let me know if this helps.

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