Running DVD output thru a VCR

[pilgrim]

Greetings,

I'm very new to DVD and am interested in purchasing one, but my TV only has a coax input. What options do I have if I don't want to purchase a new TV?

I'd like to run RCA outputs of the DVD player to my VCR and take the coax output of my VCR to my TV. (I can run the audio from the DVD directly to my stereo) I've heard that to prevent copying DVD's to VHS that this won't work without some modifications. I'm not afraid to try some tried and true modifications, any thoughts or suggestions for DVD players that are modifiable?

Are there any other options?

Thanks!

[coyote]

Most major electronic stores sell rca to coax adapters now. They are about 20 dollars. My roommate has one.

Both the cable and the dvd get attached to it. When the dvd player is powered on it takes over the signal sent to the tv.

[i_am_dave]

coyote has hit upon your cheapest legal solution.
You MIGHT find a hack for your DVD. But I would recommend going with a video modulator.
I have 3 DVD players and 3 modulators.
Wal-Mart sells a nice Magnavox for around $19.96

[pilgrim]

How is the quality of the video you get out of a video modulator/RCA-coax adapter? I've heard these can sacrifice the video quality, is that not true?

Thanks!

[bokkasrealm]

My Sony VCR sends my dvd signal directly to the coax through the front RCA inputs. I didn't think it would work but shazam. If you are interested in the model of VCR: SONY SLV-N51. It is black, 4 head with flash rewind.

And the picture looks pristine!

[i_am_dave]

How is the quality of the video you get out of a video modulator/RCA-coax adapter? I've heard these can sacrifice the video quality, is that not true?

Thanks!

Yes, you will lose some quality, but not a lot.
The best overall solution is a television that takes componant input. Next is S-video, then RCA, then coax.