I've done this by simply running the output of a VCR to my Panasonic hard drive/DVD recorder, rather than going the PC route. I copy to hard drive first so I can edit as needed, then dub to DVD. The Panasonics are less than $450 now. If you're not interested in the hard drive/editing facilities, there are combo VHS/DVD recorders available for less. Note, though, that these won't work if the videotapes are copy-protected.
Archiving VHS to DVD
The challenge is to archive old VHS tapes to a more 'permanent' medium such as DVD. I'd like to spare myself the expense of professional intervention and DIY.
Any suggestions? I've heard that there are devices which will convert an analog video signal to digital formats and then input that siganl to a PC.
Any suggestions? I've heard that there are devices which will convert an analog video signal to digital formats and then input that siganl to a PC.