Using a 4-Way A/V Switcher
I was wondering if it would be possible to connect the DirecTV receiver (using A/V cables) to the corresponding outlet on a dvd/vcr recorder, and connecting the other A/V cable to the switcher. I was told that if I connected them separately, I wouldn't be able to record from the receiver. The recorder manual's illustration shows the connection (one from receiver to recorder and from recorder to television). My television only has 1 A/V outlet, so that's why I need the switcher.