TV connection scheme

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Musicman

Thanks very much for the quick response. Actually I still tape programs, sporting events, etc. I also watch some VHS tapes having built quite a collection of programs over the years. I have a Marantz SR5600 A-V Receiver, 90 rms watts x 7. Right now, I have a single digital cable for audio connected directly to the Marantz from the DVD player not the cable box. Yes I've been studying up on video connections for LCD HDTV's and I understand HDMI is the best followed by component video connections. I do not go through the receiver for any video functions although I understand you can. I don't plan to doing that. But you've answered my question that the VCR is just going to get in the way of the digital signal to the TV. What I'm wondering is if there is any sort of A-B type switch arrangement I can use when I want to work with the VCR. I would normally keeep it out of the loop but bring it in when I want to use it. What do you think? Thanks.

I have a cable box with DVR, cable modem, and if I wanted, a cable connected to my TV
digital tuner.
Get a DVR, and maybe a DVD recorder, to archive your current tapes and eliminate the need for a vcr.
And get a broadband splitter, hook your cable to the in and your stuff to the outs.
You might be disapointed with what your cable company offers without the box.
The only digital and HD stuff I get through my cable without a box is public television,
turner classic movies, and music choice, and the "parts" that make up the VOD service.
But get rid of that vcr as soon as feasible, anything you record with a dvr or a dvd player
will look three times as good. I didnt even bother trying to sell mine, trashed it
And the only way you can "timeshift" in HD is with a dvr anyway

[musicman1999]

PDN
Check your cable box it may have a digital output for audio,if so hook it up that way.A DVR
would simplify things a lot,then you could hook up you vcr to your tv and reciever with out plugging the cable into it and use it to play tapes only.Try the DVR it is far easier to use than a vcr,you will never go back.

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