Does this replace VCR recorder? Is this what I want to buy?
450054
Yes, it does. I have been using dvd recorders since they first came in the market and were big clunkers. You can program a recording, time etc. just like a vcr, but you don't have to rewind looking for a program. Soooo much better.
891386
YES! I finally got it to work, but they don't make it easy. I had to submit a help ticket with the manufacturer. They sent this link, and when I followed their directions, I was able to get audio and video onscreen and saved to a file. My only problem was that while recording, there are black lines across the screen, so you can only hear the video. I suppose if the VCR is connected to a TV (mine was not when tested), you can still see when to stop recording on your TV.https://vimeo.com/110391073
2098769
If your vcr has rca outputs (red white and yellow) you can use this adapter. If it just has an antenna cable output you need something else
339799
It has the mini usb which is the same you find on most GPS chargers or Playstation 3/4 controller chargers. It's video and stereo output. If by chance your camera can take information, by the port on it that matches this mini usb plug, and record to it's hard drive or disc then I would say it could work. It depends on your VCR as well. I'm not sure if they had the input and output plugs as we see on DVD players today. I would say it's worth the try, but for a simple experiment, assuming you do not have a GoPro 3 and above, if it works try to find an off brand replica of this cable to save a little money. Or buy it and resell back on here. It has the mini usb which is the same you find on most GPS chargers or Playstation 3/4 controller chargers. It's video and stereo output. If by chance your camera can take information, by the port on it that matches this mini usb plug, and record to it's hard drive or disc then I would say it could work. It depends on your VCR as well. I'm not sure if they had the input and output plugs as we see on DVD players today. I would say it's worth the try, but for a simple experiment, assuming you do not have a GoPro 3 and above, if it works try to find an off brand replica of this cable to save a... » Read More It has the mini usb which is the same you find on most GPS chargers or Playstation 3/4 controller chargers. It's video and stereo output. If by chance your camera can take information, by the port on it that matches this mini usb plug, and record to it's hard drive or disc then I would say it could work. It depends on your VCR as well. I'm not sure if they had the input and output plugs as we see on DVD players today. I would say it's worth the try, but for a simple experiment, assuming you do not have a GoPro 3 and above, if it works try to find an off brand replica of this cable to save a little money. Or buy it and resell back on here. « Show Less
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The manual only shows instructions for recording to the vcr. I would say no.
700103
HiNo, you don't need a tuner. This VCR has a built-in tuner.It is the last one made by Sony... Considered their best for the home user.Please email me with any other questions.Thanks-Eddie-Sideshowvideo
1275121
Sure, not a problem. Just run cables from the video, left and right audio outputs on the back of your VCR to their respective inputs on the DVD Recorder.
2068608
Thank you kindly for your advice. I'll go to Sears and speak to a salesperson, since I know this combo is sold there. I'm trying to buy 2 VCR's (one for me and the other for my cousin who has over 800 VHS tapes} The VCR will soon be history if it is not already and people like my cousin, do not want to spend more money in upgrading from tapes to discs.Ricardo
1868757
No, it can only be done with an external tuner, after many internet searches by me and two stores that sell this I find no such tuners. I returned mine to the seller for a refund. What you have is a VHS/DVD player only, not a Recorder.
902935
I believe so; it comes with the wires necessary to hook to the TV or cable box (the input), and the recording/dubbing is done internally. If somebody wanted to get creative and attach additional recorders (which might require additional cords) it would be fairly simple but not at all necessary. I have not had any trouble hooking this up to any of my TVs, cable boxes, or other tuners. It's a fairly low-end machine (you are not going to get studio quality discs or tapes) but it does what it claims to do, which is to make adequate copies of VHS tapes to DVD.
1704864
Just plug your existing RCA cables from your VCR into this. This does not plug directly into the back of your VCR, so you have to use your existing RCA's.
2176885
I don't think you can. I looked at mine, and I did not see anything on there that said DVR - for Record. But a note, I quit using the VCR a few months in because it starting eating tapes. I only use it for DVD's.
1418779
Hi : I recived no answers to this post from November, however, I did a quick survey of the "Compatible with list". I want to stick with Win XP, so there are not many choices, and the ones I surveyed all looked, well, less easy than my trusty VCR.However, I am ready to look again and share info.Regards
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I think definitely YES! In terms of quality of the files what one gets this recorder is really great in its class. Just visit JVC home page before you buy it and check for the mounting stuff! At the time I bought this recorder mounting options were very poor... Hope they have heard customer voices and for now have more mounting options to offer. And of course - get some extra battery as well!
863806
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.
681541
Me, too. I have one that no longer records to disc, and I'd love to replace it with one that works, but not at $850. I paid $250 for mine. The unit, when it works properly is amazing. Recording to the hard drive acts exactly like a Tivo. When you are through recording, you can take out the commercials (about a 5 minute job), then transfer to a disc. (After the commercials are removed, you can fit 3 one hour shows on a disc in 2 hour mode. Yeah commercials now take up 30% of a shows time.) Picture quality was good, it recorded and played back in wide screen ( a lot of recorders will only record widescreen, the play back in 4:3),and it did an excellent job of upconverting a regular DVD to High Def, for viewing on a large screen TV. This was a product that they could have made a good bit of money off of, if they had promoted it properly. They blew it. Don't know if you are aware of monoprice.com for your HDMI cables. Amazon's prices for these cables are good, but monoprice has great prices. (I got 2 10' cables and a 3' cable for $17.00, including shipping.) Check them out. Enjoy your Toshiba. HDD DVD recorders are amazing toys.
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hi Lawrence,I used mine for a vcr.I wondered if it would work or not and came to the conclusion,if it doesn't, I have a paper weight.