Hello techies. I have a bunch of VHS tapes I want to convert to DVD, and I need some advice. What is the best way to do this? I see a couple of options: 1) I could buy one of those DVD recorders that hooks right to the TV. 2) I could buy a DVD burner and do it on my computer.

The problem with the #2 option is, how do I get the video from the VHS to the computer? I assume I would need to get some kind of video input device (I know that some graphics cards have this built in, but I don't have one of those). I am assuming that the #2 option would allow me more control over creating DVD menus, etc. (I am also assuming that the DVD burner would come with appropriate software and I wouldn't have to buy it). However, these are going to be for personal use so that's not that big a deal.

Anybody have any guidance/advice?

I have a standalone DVD Recorder under the TV now along with the VCR and TiVo. Love it! I considered adding the DVD-R to my computer but in the end I wanted a VCR replacement, something my wife could use as well as something I could use while reclining on the couch with the universal remote.

Originally posted by bodypainter
I have a standalone DVD Recorder under the TV now along with the VCR and TiVo. Love it! I considered adding the DVD-R to my computer but in the end I wanted a VCR replacement, something my wife could use as well as something I could use while reclining on the couch with the universal remote.

thats the best way to go unless you want to do editing....like me :D

I have a iMac 17" w/ 1GB of Memory and a 160GB 7200RPM Firewire HD (For just Video) and a SuperDrive, a Canopus ADVC-100 for capturing from my MiniDV or from Analog inputs such as a VCR and Final Edit Pro HD ...

It's the best bang for your buck if you want to edit videos. It's pretty much the same config a professional I know uses. He get's 2,000 per produced min. But he's been doing it for about 20 years and does work for ESPN, NBC, CBS, CNN, etc ....

Originally posted by KIAHost
I have a iMac 17" w/ 1GB of Memory and a 160GB 7200RPM Firewire HD (For just Video) and a SuperDrive, a Canopus ADVC-100 for capturing from my MiniDV or from Analog inputs such as a VCR and Final Edit Pro HD ...


Showoff =(
haha.. just kidding..

but.. I'd sure love that