VHS To DVD Transfer

VHS to DVD

There are 2 types of VHS:

  • VHS (standard VHS)
  • VHS-C (Compact VHS)

Similarity:

  • Both are 1/2 tapes
  • Both use helical azimuth recording.
  • Max lines of reslution is 240 line.
  • Video can be recorded in 3 different speeds: SP, LP, EP
Fixing VHS Tape

VHS Tape Repair

  • Pro Tape Repair $50.00
  • Tape Repair with Shell Change $75.00
  • Mold Cleaning $case-by-case

VHS-VHSC Difference

  • Obviously VHS-C is smaller than VHS
  • VHS-C needs an adapter to run in the machine
  • VHS can hold more tape compared to VHS-C
  • VHS transfer for families and friends

    Watch Unforgettable Memories

    Transfer To
    1. Laptop or desktop
    2. Ipad, Iphone
    3. Youtube, vimeo

    Cost (Multiple Tapes)

    Tapes to DVDLength (Hrs.)Cost ($USD)Additional Hours ($USD)
    VHS299.9519.95
    Betamax299.9519.95
    MiniDV199.9519.95
    Digital 8199.9519.95
    Hi 82125.0019.95
    Umatic1/299.9534.95
    Umatic1149.0034.95
    DVC Pro1/2195.0034.95
    DVC Pro HD1/2295.0075.00
    DVC Pro HD1350.0075.00
    Betacam SP1/295.0025.00
    Betacam SP1149.0050.00

    Cost (Single VHS Upt 2 hrs.)

    $49.95
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    • Drop off at the same place
    • Pickup at the same place
    • No third party
    • Fast turnaround
    • No risk to lose

    Quantity Discount For 5 or More VHS To DVD Transfer

    If you've got 100s or 1000s of VHS tapes with various lengths and you want to transfer them to DVD for archiving purpose then we have a different pricing structure. Call us to get more info.

    Digitizing VHS tapes is the best option for archiving.

    VHS To DVD: Do It Yourself Process

    Guide to Copying VHS Movies to DVD

    Remember back in the day when VCR’s came out, and were able to play movies as you wish on VHS? These cassettes really changed the face of how we watched film at home. Not only that, but VHS camcorders became all the rage, allowing people to capture any life event as they pleased. No longer did people have to fumble with pesky Super 8 formats. VHS was not only more reliable, but a lot more convenient too.

    But since then, CD’s and DVD’s have taken over, leaving VHS tapes totally obsolete. Unfortunately, you might be stuck with all sorts of family memories on your VHS cassettes. The good news is, they can easily be copied onto DVD format for you to enjoy a digital version of your recordings.

    Here is a simple guide to transferring your recordings from VHS onto DVD

    Step 1: Prepare Your VCR

    Even though DVD images are crisper compared to what was on VHS, copying onto DVD will not improve video quality. For this reason, you need to make sure that the VCR you’re using can give you the clearest video signal possible during playback.

    Make sure to clean the heads of the VCR machine with a head-cleaner cassette, then blow the tray with a can of compressed air. Get yourself a set of good quality RCA audio video cables for your VCR to make sure the quality of the video isn’t compromised because of bad signal-to-noise ratios. The cleaner the video signal from the VCR, the crisper the image when you transfer onto DVD format.

    Step 2: Record VHS With Your Computer

    You might not have a computer that features a port to connect a VCR directly, but connecting a VCR and importing a video to your computer can still be done by using a USB video capture tool. When connecting a USB capture device, you are then able to stream video from the VCR directly onto a computer and record it with the software included with the device you choose. You’ll usually find RCA ports for audio and video on USB capture devices. There are bunch of info online. The one that we use is listed here for all of our analog to digital conversion.

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    Once you’ve connected the VCR to the USB capture device, you can grab the video from the cassette by pressing “play” on the player and clicking “capture” or “record” in the capture application. The application will then record the video and save it in the specific format that can be burned onto a DVD.

    Step 3: Realtime DVD recorders

    An easier method to copying video from VHS is by using a DVD recorders. DVD recorders are similar to computer DVD burners – they can record video onto a blank disc. Professional DVD recorders cost $2000.00 and up.

    • Step 1: Connect VCR’s out by using red, white and yellow cable as shown in the picture.
      Signal out from the VCR
    • Step 2: Connect the other end of the cable (Red, White Yellow) to the INPUTS of the DVD recorder.
      recorder connections
    • Step 3: Make sure the display panel on the DVD recorder is selected to the correct input as they come with several inputs.
    • Step 4: Connect the out put from the DVD player to the monitor (TV) input. And switch the TV to the correct input.
      signal out Inputs To TV
    • Step 5: If you can see the video on the monitor when you play the VCR, its means you have connected it correctly.
    • Step 6: Just follow the manufacturer’s recording procedure and don’t forget to finalize the tape at the end.

    Realtime players require DVD finalization. Make sure you do that.

    FAQ

    Q: VHS says T120. Why it is 6hrs. long?

    It depends on which speed you recorded the VHS originally. Two hrs of VHS tape become 6 hrs. if recorded at EP speed. LP speed records up-to 4 hrs. on 2 hrs. tape.

     Q: DVD doesn't play in my player?

    This is a compatibility issue. There is plenty of info on google.
    There is nothing wrong with your DVD.
    If it is bad then it should not play in any DVD player.
    If you take your DVD at BestBuy and try to play there in several VCRs, you will see it plays fine in majority but doesn't play in a few.

    Q: I just need a few segments off of my tapes?

    Combining different segments of the tape means you need an editing service. It costs $125.00/hr. for a simple add and cut editing plus a few titles. You will be working with the editor and making a new DVD master ($49.95).

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