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    How can I save my VHS to DVD?

    I would like to save my old VHS tapes to DVD before they degrade any further. Unlike DVD's where you can beat the copy protection with software, VHS protection is non-removable, correct?

    Any suggestions?
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    Re: How can I save my VHS to DVD?

    If you have a few you want converted I could do it for you.

    Stuff I have:


    - HITACHI HI-FI VHS VCR VT-F430AW 7 head "Studio Edit" machine.
    -Sony ES EV-S3000 Hi8 8mm PCM TBC Editing VCR Deck
    -AV Toolbox MULTI-STANDARD TIME BASE CORRECTOR <--- This bypasses CP
    -Grass Valley ADVC300 Analog to DV Converter <---- This bypasses CP
    -Goldline Telecine to do reel to dvd transfers
    -DVDirect
    -Pinnacle Video Transfer
    -various camcorders
    -VHS-C adapters
    -various adapters and cables
    -Few misc VCRs



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    Re: How can I save my VHS to DVD?

    I have a buddy at work who's trying to do the exact same thing. I think he might just be looking to do it with home movies though. Lemme know if you find a good way to do it Dean
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    Re: How can I save my VHS to DVD?

    They make vhs->dvd all in ones. Otherwise you need a tv/tuner type of card with A/v in (Happauge). Would need to record each and then burn to DVD.
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    Re: How can I save my VHS to DVD?

    Quote Originally Posted by TurboGizzmo View Post
    If you have a few you want converted I could do it for you.
    Sounds good. I'll be in touch...

    Quote Originally Posted by Zach929rr View Post
    They make vhs->dvd all in ones. Otherwise you need a tv/tuner type of card with A/v in (Happauge). Would need to record each and then burn to DVD.
    Doesn't the machine pick up the protection encoding on the tape and not allow it to copy?
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    Re: How can I save my VHS to DVD?

    Quote Originally Posted by MetaLord 9 View Post
    I have a buddy at work who's trying to do the exact same thing. I think he might just be looking to do it with home movies though. Lemme know if you find a good way to do it Dean
    Home movies aren't a problem, no copy protection. Buy an all-in-one that has whatever format tape his movies are on and DVD combo.

    I'll be buying a Hi-8/DVD combo for our home movies.
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    Re: How can I save my VHS to DVD?

    Quote Originally Posted by Kim-n-Dean View Post

    Doesn't the machine pick up the protection encoding on the tape and not allow it to copy?
    Most will do this, you either need a inline filter or a modded VCR (also I think a few VCRs came out that dont have the Macrovision or just ignore it)

    Maybe something like this?? http://www.mcminone.com/product/80-4280
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    Re: How can I save my VHS to DVD?

    Quote Originally Posted by TurboGizzmo View Post
    Most will do this, you either need a inline filter or a modded VCR (also I think a few VCRs came out that dont have the Macrovision or just ignore it)

    Maybe something like this?? http://www.mcminone.com/product/80-4280
    Damn!! That's it right there, son!! Thanks!!

    Are you able to copy protected tapes with your equipment?
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    Re: How can I save my VHS to DVD?

    Quote Originally Posted by Kim-n-Dean View Post
    Damn!! That's it right there, son!! Thanks!!

    Are you able to copy protected tapes with your equipment?
    Yup both my TBC just ignore it.
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