Incompatible Video Signal

First off, I apologize if this question has been answered, but I didn't see it in the posts. ATV is connected via HDMI to my Sharp Aquos (1080i), when I go to the input on the TV, nothing appears except a black screen and then an error message from the TV that there is an incompatible video signal and check the output signal from the device connected. I followed the ATV instructions to select a video mode, nothing happened; I also tried to restore, but with the black screen, I can't choose any settings. Also, ATV does not show in itunes. All software is up to date.

You can cycle the video modes without the on screen display by using the remote:
Hold down 'menu' and '+' for 6 seconds and then cycle the modes using the '+' and '-' buttons (allow enough time for each mode before trying another.
You can restore the tv without the on screen display by using the remote:
Hold down 'menu' and '-' until the amber light begins to blink.
You may also wish to try another cable, HDMI cable can often be the cause of a problem.

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Hello, welcome to forum.
"When i turned the computer on for the first time, the system boots up and there is one small beep, sounds like it is posting, but I get no video signal from my monitor, which I checked on my other computer and is working fine, I tried both video cards in the 1st slot, in non-sli mode and I get the same result each time, so I get no video signal with all ways tried?"
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what D-bracket shows?
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yes, think is too weak for your system
its recommended to get single rail with high amperes on +12V (over 30A)
read here:
PSU's---2 x 12v---The Dual Rail Myth
Is your problem caused by your PSU?
good suggestion can be found here:
https://forum-en.msi.com/index.php?topic=105635.msg783148#msg783148
https://forum-en.msi.com/index.php?topic=103299.msg757739#msg757739

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