How to Hook Up S-Video to RF Modulators
An S-Video output transfers a video signal from a video source device to a television set for viewing. A TV that has an RF (radio frequency) input only cannot accept the S-Video cable transmitting the signal. Attach the S-Video cable to an RF modulator box to convert the signal so it can be transmitted to the TV through its RF input. The RF modulator box can be purchased from an electronics store. Once set up, it internally performs the needed conversion between S-Video and RF without any user assistance.
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Instructions
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Place the RF modulator box next to the TV. Plug the power cord into a wall socket for power. Turn the RF modulator box on if there is an "On" switch. Otherwise, it turns on once the power cord is plugged in.
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Plug one end of an S-Video cable into the S-Video output of a video source device, for example, a VCR. Plug the other end of the S-Video cable into the S-Video input on the RF modular box.
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Screw the threaded end of the RF cable that is attached to the RF modulator box into the RF input on the TV. Typically, this will be on the back of the TV.
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Turn on the TV. Press "Menu" on the remote control. Select "Video" from the menu choices. Select "Video input" from beneath "Video." Select "RF" or "Antenna" from the list of choices beneath "Video input." Press "Menu" on the remote control.
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Turn on the video source device. Press "Menu" on its remote control. Select "Video" > "Video output" > "S-Video." Press the "Menu" button again.
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Tips & Warnings
An audio cable must also be connected between the source device and the RF modulator box if there is to be sound accompanying the picture on the TV.
