Will it capture video if connected to a mini-dv camcorder or vhs videoplayer?
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I would imagine it would work. As long as the camcorder output is component video it should be able to feed right into the Avermedia box. The Avermedia box is "blind" to the source so it doesn't know what device is sending it the video stream.
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I am absolutely positive it will work, F. Melamed. The camcorder probably has RCA composite connections (red and white for audio, yellow for video). If it is mono, one of the audio connections should work for both. If not, go to Radio Shack and get a "Y" connector to connect the mono connection to the stereo connections on the DVD recorder. Once you have them connected, turn both the camcorder and recorder on. Make sure the recorder is tuned to the proper input and then put it into "Record Pause" mode. Then, when you have the tape in the camcorder at the right place, just press "Record" on the DVD recorder. That will give you the cleanest start for your recording. I recommend using the 1 hour DVD mode for the best picture possible.
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We have been able to record video tapes of old movies that we have so far with no issues. Version 5 of this product works too if your pc has Windows 7. Make sure your VCR has the red, white, and yellow video/sound ports on the back.
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It uses minidv. To me it had been a major shortcoming as it has "eaten" some vital footage 3rd time using it due to time coding issues on the tape when stopping and starting frequently
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It is an adaptor so the mini dv tape can play on the dvc player. It is not a machine for playback just an adapter
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Yes, it does. I have switched from this product to Roxio's Easy VHS to DVD. There is no capture device needed. USB direct connection to PC and converted by software. If you want to do video, neither of my versions do HD but maybe they've upgraded since I got them.
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did this work? do you have to have the digital video stabilizer to record an old VHS movie onto DVD?
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no, sorry. i think it does but im not sure. do you know if it works on vcrs?
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Yes, if you feed your composite signal from your vcr to a device ( a dvd recorder or a audio/video receiver for example ) that has a component or hdmi output.
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Hi David,You will use the A/V connecting cable for this camcorder to be connected to your VCR. Thanks. >Joffrey
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Hi Sandy. I bought this as a refurbished machine to attempt to convert my dad's old video camera recordings to DVD. I plugged the camcorder cable into the front input of the DVD recorder, and it worked perfectly. I made a set of DVDs for my mom and brother for Christmas that year. The only inputs on this DVD recorder are the S-video or the component (red, yellow, green), so as long as your VCR will plug into either of those, it should work as well as mine did. Good luck!
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I have lots of VHS I want to record from VHS onto DVD will this do that will this do that
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I have been able to convert my mini dv tapes with this camrecorder device. It is just for Sony though--only a Sony machine will work. Very simple to use.
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Only if it is an external dvd recorder/player, check the compatibility for software version, and operating system supported. Good luck.
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Yes, the Sony HC-7 will play standard miniDV tapes from other cameras if they are recorded in the normal SP speed mode. I've done it. The HC-7 can also record in SDTV mode.
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I doubt it. I can't view or record from my VCR. I would buy a more reliable cable. Other users said this one is so inexpensive it is not worth returning so manufacturer doesn't care. I agree. Others for a few dollars more appear to have good reviews.
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No. The VuPoint requires a VCR to play the tape and converts it to digital an puts it on a SD card. Or as Matthew Kelly stated, use the video camera with the mini to play into the VuPoint.