VHS to DVD using VS

[RICO]

I have VS8, VS11+ and VS PRO X2 installed - have used different versions over the years to convert miniDV footage to projects.

I now intend to make a dent in the many old VHS (PAL) tapes that I'd like to convert on to DVD. Am I able to connect my VCR (via scart-to-3 phono adapter then 3 phono cable to USB cable) directly into my PC ? Can I then use any of the VS versions listed above to capture the footage and edit/render a project to DVD or do I need to purchase other hardware/software to do this ?

Cannot afford Canopus ADVC product but have noticed the EZ CAP (not EASYCAP - I've seen the warnings) product. Do I need something like this or can I just use the cable setup mentioned prior ?

Thanks.

[skier-hughes]

You need other hardware, the more expensive normally the better quality, in ease of use and in conversion to a computer file.
If you have a minidv cam, does this have analogue in? If so, you could use pass through, play the vhs into the cam and directly out via firewire to the pc.

[teknisyan]

You may want to try this Roxio Video Capture USB - http://www.roxio.com/enc/products/creat ... rview.html

Yes, it's a shameless promotion since Roxio is now part of Corel.

[RICO]

Thanks for replies - however, no analogue in on the mini DV cam and ROXIO product seems at least double the price of EZ CAP product.

Anyone have any feedback on EZ CAP ?

[skier-hughes]

EZ Cap is very flaky, some find it owrks brilliantly, others nothing but trouble. If cost is a consideration, try it and see.

[VinnyC]

I had three EZ Caps and only one worked well-lasted almost two years. I used it with Video Studio 10 plus. I was also wondering if I can capture VHS to DVD with Canopus and any of the versions of Video Studio from 10 plus on. Thanks!