modding a coax input tv to s-video

[jbivy]

So I have a commodore vic-20 with a faulty keyboard. Im building an arcade machine out of it. I picked up a 1987 Sharp 13" color tv for the monitor, it has a coax input.

Heres the question, or maybe potential problem. Ive read that the vic-20 gives a much clearer picture when using the s video jacks, rather than the coax. Can i just use a standard s video to coax adapter and still retain the better image, or is further modification needed?

Well since ive been bored, ive decided to knock out a little 3/4 size arcade cabinet. I picked up a 1987 sharp 13" color tv with great picture. Its just about perfect for this. The joysticks and buttons wont be a problem, theyre made aftermarket and are highly adaptable.

Since this tv takes a coaxial input, should i run the coaxial connector for this to the vic 20? Or mod the tv itself to be directly hooked up to the vic?

Well tomorrow im going to mock up the arcade cabinet with cardboard, get an idea of what proportions will look correct.



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