Chromecast and an old TV?

[Sixbennetts]

Asking 4 my husband, a disabled vet. We have an old TV that isn't HD and doesn't have an HDMI plug in. We were given a Chromecast as a gift. Here's a picture of whats on the back of the TV. Which is better, S video, composite, or component? I *think* the red/blue/green ones on the right is my best choice, right? Where's a decent cord for not alot? (Military disability=cheap! Lol)

Thanks!
Barb

 

[Golfdriver97]

Have you found some kind of adaptor for the HDMI end of the chromecast?

Sent from an AOSP M8

 

[B. Diddy]

This video discusses HDMI-to-component converters:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=11DjcOEylwo

However, the Gefen HDMI-to-composite scaler that they mention in the video sells for over $200, so you might just want to get a new TV (considering they're fairly inexpensive these days).

 

[Bigballer]

Most of those adapters are usually $30 or so and usually don't work all that well.

Depending on how big the tv is (I'm guessing 32 inches or so,) wouldn't it be more practical just to buy a new tv? 32" led tvs usually go for around $200, name brand ones like samsung, sharp etc. Plus it's much more energy efficient and you get the perks of HD. Old tube tvs might run 400-500 watts or so, yet these new led ones run <60 watts, depending on how much you watch TV, it can run your electric bill down a lot.

http://www.amazon.com/Sharp-LC-32LE...ag=hawk-future-20&ascsubtag=UUacUvbUpU3940332

 

[Sixbennetts]

A new TV is DEF out of the question lol! (military disability, remember?) I could *maybe* swing a new remote if it's on sale, damaged, a display model, and I put it on layaway!

No, I was just hoping someone knew of an inexpensive converter that works.

 

[Bigballer]

Amazon.com: LOFTEK® HDfuryproTwo Input HDMI to RGB Component YPbPr / VGA 2x1 Switch Converter Support 5.1CH Surround Sound.: Electronics

Not cheap and I wouldn't recommend buying this at all since it's half the cost of a new TV.

 

[Sixbennetts]

Good advice BB I think I'll take it and pass on that one. Thanks. Starting to think we won't be able to use Chromecast at all.

 

[B. Diddy]

Most of those adapters are usually $30 or so and usually don't work all that well.

You mean $300, right? When I was looking through various sites, they seemed to start at around $200, and average around $300.

 

[Bigballer]

You mean $300, right? When I was looking through various sites, they seemed to start at around $200, and average around $300.

I posted a link up there for a link from amazon. It's $70.

Obviously no point in buying. A quality Sharp 32" led tv is going for a hair less than $200, plus you get the perks of DTV, which you're not going to get on a plain old tube tv.
Which makes me wonder why computer monitors are so expensive if tvs have dropped significantly in price.....

 

[B. Diddy]

Oh sorry, I didn't actually click the link. I didn't see anything in that price range when I was doing some quick research.

You're absolutely right--it makes a ton more sense to buy a new TV with HDMI inputs, which is probably cheaper than some of the converters I saw!