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How do you hook up a VCR to a Comcast cable box?

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David Ramirez

Published Apr 02, 2026

How do you hook up a VCR to a Comcast cable box?

Connect the RF output (set to either channel 3 or 4) of the cable box (with an RF cable) to the antenna input on the VCR. Set the VCR to channel 3 or 4. If the box has composite video audio outputs (yellow , red, white RCA jacks) you can use those and select line input on the VCR.

Can you plug VCR into cable box?

VCR – You’ll want to use either RCA cables or s-video cables for your VCR. This will usually depend on what you’re using for your DVD player. Cable box – You’ll need an HDMI cable to attach the cable box to the TV, as well as a coaxial cable to connect the box to the cable service.

How do I connect my digital recorder to my TV?

Plug in the S-Video cable to the S-Video input on the DVD recorder. Next, connect the RCA audio cable to the output on the TV source and the input on the DVD recorder. Finally, connect the S-Video cable and the RCA audio cable to the output on the DVD recorder and the input on the TV.

Can you hook up a DVD player to a Comcast cable box?

If you are using a Comcast cable box, you cannot use the DVD player unless you hook it up to your cable box so it plays on the “line input” channel of your television set.

How do I connect my DVR to my cable box?

How do I hook up my DVR box?

  1. Connect coax cable from the wall outlet to CABLE IN on the DVR Box.
  2. Connect HDMI cable from the DVR Box to the HDMI input* on your HDTV.
  3. Connect power cord from the DVR Box to the power outlet.
  4. Turn on TV and tune to appropriate HDMI input.

Where can I find a Panasonic dmr-es30v parts machine?

If your DMR-ES30V’s problem (s) are due to a failure of proprietary parts, perhaps the best advice I may give is to find a DMR-ES30V parts machine. If they may be found at all, they should be inexpensive. My ES35 parts machines were found on eBay.

Why is my Panasonic DMR es35v not working?

In the DMR-ES35V and DMR-ES15 models the CPU board has a fixed connector on its underside that fits the corresponding connector on the chassis motherboard. If there is no connectivity problem I would speculate that there might be a failure of some component on the CPU circuit board. This may require swapping the CPU board with a known-good board.

How many recording hours does a Panasonic dmr-es35v combo recorder?

Three of my DMR-ES35V combo recorders have been set aside for capacitor replacement for several months now. These particular models have had very heavy use, averaging more than 3,000 recording hours per machine while in my service.

What does Panasonic dmr-es30vs DVD recorder and VCR combo?

Includes: remote control Panasonic DMR-ES30VS DVD Recorder with Built-in VCR – This single home theater device takes the place of 3 different units. You get a DVD recorder, DVD player, and VCR in one unit! The DVD recorder is most interesting of the three, allowing you to digitally record your favorite shows to DVD media.

If your DMR-ES30V’s problem (s) are due to a failure of proprietary parts, perhaps the best advice I may give is to find a DMR-ES30V parts machine. If they may be found at all, they should be inexpensive. My ES35 parts machines were found on eBay.

In the DMR-ES35V and DMR-ES15 models the CPU board has a fixed connector on its underside that fits the corresponding connector on the chassis motherboard. If there is no connectivity problem I would speculate that there might be a failure of some component on the CPU circuit board. This may require swapping the CPU board with a known-good board.

What do I need to hook up my cable box to my TV?

The cable box, TV, and stereo should be set relatively close to each other – some home cinema configuration. Turn everything off. Component video cables must go into the cable box – the video output. The other end must go into the video input on the TV. RCA cables should go into the cable box – look for the audio output ports.