Reply #12: How are you linking them?

[Orrex]

I have an older TV and connect the DVD player to it via a modulator, because I don't have the three input jacks on the TV itself. The modulator has a simple coaxial output that plugs into the TV, and presto. Granted, the picture quality doesn't have the supernaturally perfect resolution so beloved of HD-o-philes, but it's a lot better than a VHS tape or the basic (non-digital) cable feed.

It's possible that you could use a modulator to plug into your VCR in a similar way, but if you have a more recent VCR and you already use the three-jack system, I can't advise you, alas.

On the plus side, lots of stores sell modulators for under $15, and it gives you an excuse to do your Marvin the Martian impression.

Good luck!