| Split the signal from the antenna to (1) the input of the VCR, and (2) the ATSC input of the TV.
On the TV, you'll be able to watch all of the digital channels.
The VCR will only receive the analog channels that you've always received.
Plug the yellow, red, and white RCA cables from the VCR to the TV and note which TV input those cables are plugged into. Use the TV's remote to switch "Source" or "Input" between the digital ATSC channels and the AV input (VCR).
The VCR is not able to receive ATSC signals. But you can still record programs on the VCR while watching your new digital TV. When you want to watch the programs, switch the TV to the AV input that is connected to the VCR.
Now, when they shut off analog broacasts, your VCR will stop receiving signals from the antenna. At that time, connect the converter box between the splitter and the VCR. Use the yellow, red, and white RCA cables between the converter and the VCR. Select the AV input on the VCR and use the converter's remote to change channels that can be recorded.
The VCR will never record digital, but the converter will allow it to record digital TV as analog -- the way it's always worked.  |