Using older receiver with no optical input

Hello my older dlp has gone out so have decided to buy a new one. I want a a 50 + inch tv, think i have decided on plasma because led's are still to high for me. My problem is I have a Kenwood KR-V8040 receiver that has no HDMI or Optical audio inputs. The tvs dont all have the red/white out like i use for my surround sound now. Anyone know how to hook up without that or am i just out of luck?

Brewerrob, you might look for a digital audio to analog audio converter but you would have to Google that and go to another site. Cost looks to be anywhere from $60 up, so I guess at some point it's a decision whether to invest in the conversion or shop for a new receiver--looks like there are some available for under $200 that might work for you. It would be worth shopping as many online retailers as you can to find the best deal. Not sure what BB's policy is about naming names or posting links, but an online retailer based in Virginia lists several; trouble is, you can buy a new receiver for what some of them cost.
If you haven't found it already, you might search the AVS forum (avsforum.com) to see if anyone there has a suggestion.
I'm still using a CRT TV, but have started to shop for a flat panel and have the same problem. I have an older Technics receiver I like (especially since I upgraded speakers to some Polk RTiA1's), but it doesn't have optical, coax, or HDMI input. I will probably be shopping in the 32"-42" range and Sony seems to be the only manufacturer that still includes analog stereo so that will be the way I will go.
Good luck!

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