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VCR for analog TV as well as HDTV

Since this is a specialized issue, I thought I may have a better chance of getting responses in a separate thread.

We need to buy a new VCR to replace a dead unit. It will be used to watch old tapes as well as record/playback missed TV shows.

However, presently we have one of the older analog TV's. Within 1-2 years we will probably buy an LCD HDTV. (Given the quality of broadcasts and our cable company, we are likely to continue watching off-air with antenna.)

Will a VCR work on both the analog TV and the future HDTV? Will they all or do I have to watch out when choosing a specific model?
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reubent
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They will all work. I have never seen a flat panel TV that did not include either a coax connection or an composite video connection that would support a VCR. However, you will likely not be thrilled with the video quality of VHS when watched on an HDTV. I do play a lot of kids videos for my 2 year old. He doesn't seem to mind the low resolution!

Enjoy,

TIC
reubent
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Nshashidhar is correct. There are hi-Def VCRs too. However, they are expensive. The ones I usually see are about $400-$500. I did just recently see one on closeout at Circuit City for $100 open box. It might be worth a look.

TIC
reubent
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Eldartford,

I haven't heard of anyone recording Audio on a stereo VHS tape since about 1987. It was a popular concept back then....

Enjoy,

TIC
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