03-24-2004, 01:32 AM
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Intellectual
Join Date: Mar 2004
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Copy VHS to Computer
I am looking for a way to copy VHS tapes to my computer so I can burn them to DVD. Does anyone have any suggestions?
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03-24-2004, 05:28 PM
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Executive Editor
Join Date: Aug 2006
Posts: 23,595
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There are many ways to accomplish this, so a few questions first. :-)
Do you have a digital video camera? If not, are you planning on buying one?
Do you want to copy them to a laptop or a desktop computer?
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03-24-2004, 06:35 PM
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Intellectual
Join Date: Mar 2004
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Jason,
I have a miniDV camcorder that I am transfering files with. I decided to try this to see how it works.
Xpert DVD Maker USB2.0 Xpert DVD MAKER USB2.0
I got it on eCost for $50.
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03-24-2004, 07:23 PM
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Executive Editor
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Originally Posted by hoffm11
I have a miniDV camcorder that I am transfering files with. I decided to try this to see how it works.
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That's exactly what I was going to suggest. :-) I've used all sorts of "VHS capture" solutions, but the best results have come from using my MiniDV camera to dump the video to a computer - this is called "analogue passthrough", and usually requires you to put the camera into a specific mode, then it's just a matter of clicking capture on the desktop PC software, and pressing play on the VCR. Let us know how it turns out! |
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04-21-2004, 09:01 AM
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Pupil
Join Date: Apr 2004
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Not having a miniDV to use. Are any of the USB devices out there any good? All I want to do is make DVD's from old VHS titles (no longer available), using S-Video.
I have looked at reviews of the Plextor PX-M402U. Thought I had found a winner, but I then started finding reports that it has synching problems.
Appreciate any assistance you can provide.
Dave
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04-21-2004, 01:43 PM
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Executive Editor
Join Date: Aug 2006
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Originally Posted by DFurey
Not having a miniDV to use. Are any of the USB devices out there any good? All I want to do is make DVD's from old VHS titles (no longer available), using S-Video.
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I haven't tested the new ADS Instant DVD:
http://www.adstech.com/products/USBA...p?pid=USBAV702
...but it looks promising. This is a goal for our review team - to test out some of these less expensive USB capture devices - so watch for some reviews in the future. But for now, I don't have any advice... |
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04-22-2004, 03:51 AM
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Pupil
Join Date: Apr 2004
Posts: 14
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Jason,
I am bouncing between the Plextor PX-M402U and the ADS Instant DVD 2.0.
I like the features of the Plextor, but there aren't any decent reviews of the unit. Nothing in depth that says YES or NO, just a bunch or marketing hype over and over. One review said the first time it didn't work (synch problems) the other two times it did. No explanation of the problem (in detail) or anything. I also can't find a forum for the Plextor, no help there.
The ADS unit has a forum and I have been able to get a lot of information from it. People have had problems, but people have found workarounds and possible causes (software) so there is a community supporting the product. I am more confortable with this unit so far, just doesn't have as many features as the Plextor.
As with any technology related purchase, there is always a new product you like. Just no details, reviews (real) to help you decide on which one - the one you know will work or the new kid on the block which sounds perfect for you (just can't prove it).
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04-22-2004, 04:02 AM
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Executive Editor
Join Date: Aug 2006
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Buy one and review it for us then. ;-)
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04-22-2004, 06:47 AM
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Pupil
Join Date: Apr 2004
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I knew you were going to say that :-)
Hmmmm, which one...
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04-23-2004, 04:36 AM
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Pupil
Join Date: Apr 2004
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Still banging head on table :crazyeyes:
Which one...
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