Capture Your VHS Onto DVD

One of the more interesting technologies that can be used in the home for converting VHS to DVD service is video capture. This process allows a VCR to be connected directly to a computer that is equipped with a DVD burner. The content of the VHS tape is played while software running on the computer captures video and audio feeds and stores them for editing before burning to DVD.

The hardware involved is relatively simple. Almost all new computers are equipped with DVD burners and DVD burning software. A capture card is a device that takes the composite signal from the VCR, meaning it receives video and audio separately, and translates it into a digital file that is loaded onto the computer via a USB port.

Some additional software is required beyond the DVD burning software that comes with the computer. This software translates the analog signal from the VCR into a digital format that is stored on the hard drive temporarily. The digital file can then be opened and edited to improve the quality of the video and restore sound. Once the editing is completed, the file can be burned to a DVD.

Many people who are unfamiliar with this type of VHS to DVD transfer become concerned by the sheer size of the digital files that are captured off their VHS tapes. What they do not realize, is that the software takes this incredibly large files, some up to 14 GB, and compresses them into a format that is readable by standard DVD players, yet takes up much less space. This is important, as the average DVD is only capable of holding a little over 4 GB.

The video capture method has advantages over the direct copy from VHS to DVD R. Method. For one, owners of original bought VHS movies can usually transferred them to DVD despite copy protection. It is important to note, however, that this method is not to be used for the purpose of pirating movies as getting caught carries some very stiff penalties.

The video capture card and conversion software needed to use this method of VHS to DVD service are readily available on the Internet. The video capture card only costs in the neighborhood of 30 USD. The required software varies in price, some is free, some is inexpensive, and those editions that will produce the highest quality will generally not cost over 100 USD. It is up to the individual to determine what he/she is willing to pay.

Marc Miller is the co-founder of Vinyl To Digital, the UK's only Audio and Video conversion service where he has been providing a VHS to DVD Service for the last five years. Vinyl to Digital is based in the Midlands area of England, UK.

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