Converting VHS to DVD

dutchgirl · 04-09-14, 12:57 PM

Hi Everyone,

I need to bite the bullet and have some VHS converted to DVD. I remember that a VFer here offers this and I can't remember who it is to save my life. If someone can let me know who it is then I can contact them about this.

Has anyone had any experience with a place like Costco doing VHS to DVD conversion? I read in my Costco flyer that they offer this service through their photo department but I couldn't find out if they would do it for OOP VHS due to copyright stuff, etc.

Any help or ideas would be greatly appreciated!

cmishel · 04-09-14, 01:09 PM

Hi Sabine.

I tried the Costco route before and you are right, they can't do them because of the copyright.
There was someone on here who's husband teansferred mine but I can't remember the VFer's name. I'll try to find it, or maybe she will see this and let you know.

Cheryl

Jane P. · 04-09-14, 01:14 PM

I've seen software for this at Target, don't know if they still sell it or not. You'd have to connect your vcr to your computer. You might try a place like Best Buy and see if they could tell you what you'd need to get this done.

Zenara25 · 04-09-14, 01:17 PM

In case you don't find anyone you could buy this. Expensive but maybe worth it if you have alot.
http://www.amazon.com/Toshiba-DVR620.../dp/B001T6K7G6

Read the review on Amazon (under most helpful first) by G. B. Packert for simple directions on how to accomplish this.

And some blank DVDs. Spindles do not come with a case.
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_ss...dr%2Caps%2C298

sheepla · 04-09-14, 01:22 PM

My husband has done this for a ton of people here at VF. I don't know anything about it. If you PM me your email address, I can have him email you some general information. He does it just for fun.

susand · 04-09-14, 01:23 PM

i can vouch for him! awhile ago, he converted not so tough aerobics for me. (before it was available on dvd)

LCC · 04-09-14, 02:20 PM

If your VHS player still works (and you have a computer with a USB input), you might want to try this:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Then, you have the video as a file on your computer and you can either burn it to DVD or convert the video to something you can see on an iPad.

Laura (LCC)

Helen · 04-10-14, 02:17 AM

I did my own with a capture device too, then loaded the video file into software & created menus, pre-mixes, and chapters. My capture device cost me $70. The VHS player lives on my desk with a monitor on top.

horsemom2 · 04-10-14, 06:14 AM

I did it with a $6 capture device

But it was really hard to get it working needing a new driver, etc.

Barb S

mbramer · 04-10-14, 06:59 AM

Helen and Barb, what capture devices did you use? I have some VHS lying around that I'd really like to convert, and I'm looking for options. Thanks!

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04-09-14, 12:57 PM
dutchgirl VF Supporter Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Campbell, CA	Converting VHS to DVD Hi Everyone, I need to bite the bullet and have some VHS converted to DVD. I remember that a VFer here offers this and I can't remember who it is to save my life. If someone can let me know who it is then I can contact them about this. Has anyone had any experience with a place like Costco doing VHS to DVD conversion? I read in my Costco flyer that they offer this service through their photo department but I couldn't find out if they would do it for OOP VHS due to copyright stuff, etc. Any help or ideas would be greatly appreciated! __________________ Sabine Nobody who ever gave his best regretted it - Author Unknown Fitness happens one choice at a time - Michelle Dozois The truth is, my body, whether I love it or not, is the vessel that houses my soul. And for that, it should be honored - Theresa Ruth Howard

04-09-14, 01:09 PM
cmishel VF Supporter Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: massachussetts	Hi Sabine. I tried the Costco route before and you are right, they can't do them because of the copyright. There was someone on here who's husband teansferred mine but I can't remember the VFer's name. I'll try to find it, or maybe she will see this and let you know. Cheryl

04-09-14, 01:14 PM
Jane P. VF Supporter Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Colorado Springs	I've seen software for this at Target, don't know if they still sell it or not. You'd have to connect your vcr to your computer. You might try a place like Best Buy and see if they could tell you what you'd need to get this done. __________________ "The two most powerful warriors are patience and time." Leo Tolstoy

04-09-14, 01:17 PM
Zenara25 Join Date: Jan 2013	In case you don't find anyone you could buy this. Expensive but maybe worth it if you have alot. http://www.amazon.com/Toshiba-DVR620.../dp/B001T6K7G6 Read the review on Amazon (under most helpful first) by G. B. Packert for simple directions on how to accomplish this. And some blank DVDs. Spindles do not come with a case. http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_ss...dr%2Caps%2C298

04-09-14, 01:22 PM
sheepla VF Supporter Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: OK	My husband has done this for a ton of people here at VF. I don't know anything about it. If you PM me your email address, I can have him email you some general information. He does it just for fun. __________________ Shelia

04-09-14, 01:23 PM
susand Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: St. Louis	i can vouch for him! awhile ago, he converted not so tough aerobics for me. (before it was available on dvd)

04-09-14, 02:20 PM
LCC VF Supporter Join Date: Nov 2001	If your VHS player still works (and you have a computer with a USB input), you might want to try this: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Then, you have the video as a file on your computer and you can either burn it to DVD or convert the video to something you can see on an iPad. Laura (LCC)

04-10-14, 02:17 AM
Helen Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Australia	I did my own with a capture device too, then loaded the video file into software & created menus, pre-mixes, and chapters. My capture device cost me $70. The VHS player lives on my desk with a monitor on top. __________________ 2024: 👏 STRIVE rather than settle.👏 💪STRONG rather than soft.💪 • No exercise can compensate for a poor diet. 😖 • Walking is phenomenally good for me. 😊 • Resistance training is critical. 💯 ¹ Walk first ² Weights next ³ Cardio for fun ⁴ Add stretch & balance.

04-10-14, 06:14 AM
horsemom2 Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: NJ	I did it with a $6 capture device But it was really hard to get it working needing a new driver, etc. Barb S __________________ Barb S Visit my blog for info about various video sites including tips for downloading or streaming video files: neverendingplateau.blogspot.com

04-10-14, 06:59 AM
mbramer Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Midwest	Helen and Barb, what capture devices did you use? I have some VHS lying around that I'd really like to convert, and I'm looking for options. Thanks! __________________ Disclosure: I have received free product from a fitness instructor.