HDMI to Composite (TV)

I have a MacBook Pro, with a MiniDisplay to HDMI out connection. Now, I want to take that HDMI out, and put it in my TV for less than $20. Possible? no?
I have an older TV, with no HDMI in. I does have S-video, if that helps....I know a cable won't work, but I was hoping for a really cheap converter box.

Hi Jerry,
a cheap converter won't do. Something like this http://www.svideo.com/hdmi2svideo.html would be what you need since you are dealing with the HDCP copy-protection that such a box has to take care of.
Seeing the price tag on this, you might know what you are up to...
Regards
Stefan

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