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How to Convert Coaxial Cable to Audio Video Outputs

Thursday, May 21, 2009
Related Tags: rca | cable | tv | source | input
 

Instructions

Things You’ll Need:

  • Coaxial cable
  • RCA cable
  • VCR (post 1982) or Coaxial-to-RCA modulator
  • Step 1:
    Determine your desired method.
    Using a VCR is the easiest method, and chances are you have one gathering dust in a closet somewhere. If you don't, seek out a Coaxial-to-RCA modulator, a device that's not always easy to find. RCA-to-Coaxial modulators are readily available, but unless they work in reverse, won't serve this purpose. Check with your local electronics store or radio shack.
  • Step 2:
    Connect the coaxial cable to the back of the VCR or modulator.
    Find the "coaxial input" and connect the coaxial cable from your A/V source to it. Spin the nut to tighten.
  • Step 3:
    Connect the RCA cable to the VCR or modulator.
    Find the "RCA output" connectors, or look for the red, white and yellow jacks labeled "out". Connect one end of the RCA cable, matching the colors.
  • Step 4:
    Connect the RCA cable to your TV or other A/V source.
    Find the RCA input jacks on your TV or other source and connect the other end of the RCA cable to it, matching the colors.
  • Step 5:
    Turn on your VCR.
    Making sure it's plugged in, power on your VCR. If your VCR has a "TV/video" switch, change it to "TV".
  • Step 6:
    Turn on your TV or other source and test the connection.
    Now that you have everything hooked up, test the connection. Make sure your TV or source is displaying the proper input. If you are receiving a TV signal through the coaxial cable, change channels with your VCR's TV tuner.

Tips & Warnings

  • Most VCRs can perform this function, but some may not. You are essentially routing the coaxial signal into the VCR, which separates and converts it to higher-quality RCA outputs. Check with your VCR's documentation if you have trouble.

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