Macbook Pro, TV, HDMI cord

I've connected my Macbook Pro (OS X 10.8.5) to my TV using an HDMI cord before, but it isn't working for me now. When plugged in, the airplay mirroring box is checked. Under System Preferences > Displays, only two tabs are given: display and color. Please help.

sorry for long reply,  girlfriend, was keeping me busy
here you go..
go to the Displays system preferences; you should see a button called Detect Displays, which if clicked, will attempt to configure any new devices.
Unfortunately if you are using OS X 10.8, you may not be able to find this button in the system preferences, but it is available if you need it. To use it, simply hold the Option key with the Displays system preferences open, and the Detect Displays button should appear at the bottom of the window.

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