This modification either converts the built-in VCR found on the early RD models
or the later QD models to a DVD player or adds that capability. Here is one example
of such a conversion:
From: "vtlco1" <vtlco1@...>
Date: Fri Nov 25, 2005 4:15 pm
Subject: CONVERTING THE BUILD-IN VCR TO DVD vtlco1
Hi,
I just completed the conversion of the build-in VCR to DVD player on my 98RD.
The total cost is about $70.00. The DVD unit was bought from Wal-Mart for $30.00
(as this is the right foot print that will fit into the build in bracket and enclosure
and it is the cheapest). RF modulator $10.00 (convert the video, audio L/R signal
at the back of the DVD to RF signal required to the TV), DC/AC converter 175 watt
$20.00 (to convert 12VDC to 110 volt AC required by the DVD) (XSCARGO a product
liquidator store), scrap plastic or Plexiglas to fabricate the bezel as the new
DVD is smaller, double sided tape to attached the bezel. While doing this conversion
I found that the video A/B switch (located on the side of the driver side back
seat) was defective $12.00. (Souce or Radio Shack). I have documented the conversion
with photos. If there is any interest on this conversion, I'll post the appropriate
photos.
Vergil
98RD
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
From: "Bruce Trent" <brucetrent@...>
Date: Fri Nov 25, 2005 5:09 pm
Subject: RE: [Rialta-Tech] CONVERTING THE BUILD-IN VCR TO DVD
I bought a small DVD player at Wal-Mart for $24 that plays DVDs,
MP3 or CDs that fits on the back shelf under the VCR. I plug the audio/video output
of the DVD to the front audio/video input of the VCR and I have both. It's a
cheap DVD player so it only works off 110V. If I need a 12V DVD I have a 7" screen
portable DVD player that will also plug into the input of the VCR or TV. It's
convenient for me to have both.
Bruce
