Can I continue using my existing VCR with a DTV converter box for timed recordings?

Question

Can I continue using my existing VCR with a DTV converter box for timed recordings?

Can I watch TV and record programs on my VCR at the same time?

Answer 1

I work nights and have four VCRs connected to four

converter boxes to tape my shows. Some run at the

same time on different channels. I discovered the

Zinwell is the best converter box for the VCR. It has

a matching eight event timer that can turn itself on and

off and select the channel. I bought mine at a local

grocery store, but it can be seen at solidsignal.com

A strong tv signal is very important. I also found the

Zenith and Radio Shack Digital Stream converter boxes

to be good. The other down side is picture shake on

playback. The Sony VCRs are better than most.

Panasonic is hit or miss with the picture shake.

The other down side is a more involved recording setup.

A DVR ($250) would solve these problems but cost.

I think you can press the TV / VCR button and watch

another channel, but don't quote me.

Answer 2

1. Yes if the converter box connected to the VCR also has timers.



2. Yes, with a second converter box. You split the antenna tot he two converter boxes. You may need an RF A/B switch to select between VCR and other converter box.

Answer 3

Yes if it goes to DTV first. The VCR records whatever comes out

Answer 4

Oh enable me throw a CURVEBALL at you. Does any of your DTV converter bins use a television practise guide? because television practise guide has stopped sending the analog practise guide. And at cutting-edge, there's no digital practise guide for over the air transmissions. at cutting-edge, you'll nicely be forced to apply DISH equipment, for the only reason that their practise guide will artwork... And with out the practise guide, you could't list.