Yes, they will work with older TV equipment. Be sure to tell your audiologist that you want telecoils. Often they try to convince people that telecoils are 'old tech'. They are, but they are simple to use, and don't add cost to a hearing aid. BlueTooth adds considerable cost. BT can connect you to your TV and cell phone. Telecoils do that too and can also connect you to much more, especially in larger venues where you want to hear a speaker, performers, etc. Ideally, you want both technologies in your hearing aids.