Using Old Vcr-tv In One, As Projector?

Wondering if this is possible? I just realized I might be able to play a bunch of VCRs I have, and project them onto my big screen TV.

I will attach some photos of what I have. They are a bit blurry but I have written down all the names of the portals(whatever you call them, you guys will know what I mean). I think I do have the connections I need on both devices, but I will need to know which type of cord to use. I think I have one that has just two ends, a red, and a white.

Anyway, I'll toss this out here, and see if I get any bites on whether or not I can do this "bright idea"

 

If you will notice, the connections on your TV/VCR are inputs only, not outputs. So it would appear that your idea of outputting to your larger screen TV would not be possible.

 

Yes, I see that now. I saw the "digital audio out" but on the right column, it just says Y/Video and I dont' know what that means. So I know I need video out as well, unless that Y/Video means out.

Thank you for your reply Oh, I see on the "old" set that both are innies, ok, I see it now, thank you again

 

You need to look at the back of your VCR/TV combo. There may be some audio/video "outputs" there you could run to your big screen TV (although you may need an adapter).

 

Thank Digerati, I did look on the back yesterday, and unfortunately, only a cable jack/connection. Thanks again I'm now looking at trying out something called chromecast. I will have to start another thread if I want to talk about that I think Thank you again denise

 

Depending on how many tapes you have, and how precious they are to you, you might consider purchasing a VCR to DVD dubber. They are a bit pricy, but as time passes, finding VCR compatible devices will only get more expensive - and at the same time, the tapes will continue to deteriorate too.

With this device, you can convert your tapes to digital format and record them on to DVDs for a much more permanent solution. You could then even copy the digital video files to your computer and/or save them to "the cloud" to share. Blank recordable DVD disks are quite affordable - though I recommend you avoid the least expensive as they are more likely to be turned into coasters!

You can sometimes find these recorders in thrift shops, or if you have some friends with tapes, go in together on the purchase. I have even heard of church groups where you can sign a recorder out. Some rental stores may have them too. Alternatively, most communities have a shop that provides this (analog to digital conversion) service - though I don't know if the fees are worth it if you have many tapes.

At any rate, don't put this off for too long as again, the VCR technology is long obsolete and the tapes are subject to aging, not to mention dust, jamming and breaking too.

 

Hi Digerati,

Thank you for this info. I have thought about it. These VHS tapes came to me from a friend that passed away awhile back. He must have spent hours watching movies, and recording them bless his heart. But there are some good ones, and converting them is a great idea. I maybe have about 20. But I wouldn't mind having the converter because I see some great movies at garage sales etc. Also, the old tv/VCR came from the same fella.

I will look into this, and I totally agree on not buying the cheapest DVD "coasters" LOL!! Do you have a fave brand? Or suggestion for me? He has a complete set of what looks like every X-file ever made, LOL! I love the X-files, and yes, it would be great to preserve them

Thanks again, this could be a great rainy-days project!! Oh, and any recommends on a device to convert them? I can always rob my piggy-bank Really do appreciate your help denise PS Probably double that 20, lol, now that I looked again. Some of the home-made recordings have several movies/shows on them as well!

 

Well now I may need to back track a bit. I thought you were talking mostly about home movies put on VCR tapes - not from the factory pre-recorded movies. If those were pre-recorded movies, then sadly, they may have privacy protection encoded in them to prevent copying and piracy.

I don't really have any favorite brands of blank disks. Maxell, Memory and Verbatim are common brand names.

And I can't help you on devices either. Sorry. I have one tape I do need to convert. In 1994, my sister and I bought my parents a hot air balloon ride for their 50th wedding anniversary. And I have a tape of them floating away I would like to put in digital format. Since there is only one, I will probably just have a local service do it for me.

 

Well, no worries, since the bulk of these are recorded by him I didn't think about the others. I have to go look again, to see what all I actually have Thank you much for the info