How to Set Up a DVD & VCR Player Combo

Composite AV cable connectors.

A DVD/VCR combo player conserves space on your shelf or entertainment center by building two audio-video components into one unit. Setup requires two connections, one for the input to the combo so you can record programming on the VCR and one for the output to a TV for enjoying DVDs or VHS tapes. The connections require composite AV cables with connectors that are color-coded to the jacks on the combo player and TV, as well as your source signal, such as a cable descrambler box.

Things You'll Need

• 2 composite cables
• TV
• Source signal such as cable box

Instructions

1. Unplug the electrical cords for the DVD/VCR combo, TV and cable box or other source signal from the wall outlet.

2. Connect a composite cable from the yellow video output, and red and white audio outputs on the cable box or other TV source to the three inputs on the DVD/VCR combo, which has color-coded jacks that match the connectors on the cable.

3. Hook up the remaining composite cable from the combo unit's output jacks to the AV inputs on the back or side of your TV.

4. Reconnect the electrical cords for the combo player, TV and cable box or other source component.

5. Press the DVD/VCR button on the combo player to choose between the two formats, either DVD or videotape.

References

• Columbia ISA: How to Connect a DVD Player
• Funai: Connect Your TV, VCR and DVD Player