How do I copy a VHS to DVD

If you were around in the 1980's and 1990's you have VHS tapes sitting around. These VHS tapes use to be the only way to record television shows, family moments or even the only way you could rent movies. However, in today's digital world VHS tapes are inconvenient. VHS players are even harder to come by so many people are looking at ways to convert their older VHS recordings to the new and improved DVD format. Let's take a look at one way to transfer those VHS memories onto a safer DVD format.

Look into buying a DVD recorder. This is a specifically designed device that will allow consumers to record to DVD from a VHS tape. This is great for people that don't own a computer but still want to get their VHS tapes transferred over to the DVD form. DVD recorders can normally record from analog sources that include VHS players, older video cameras or even cable television. A good DVD recorder can also record from other digital sources like camcorders or DVD players. You can also buy a DVD recorder that will record from your VHS tape straight to a DVD from the same machine.

A DVD/VHS recorder is the easiest option for home videos that you want to get transferred over or for television shows that you had previously recorded onto your VHS tapes. With this method you will need to buy the correct DVD's for recording onto. The correct DVD will be listed in the manual that came with your recorder.Here are the steps for using a DVD/VHS recorder for transferring all un-copyrighted material:

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• Put the DVD in the DVD slot.


• - Put in the VHS tape you wish to transfer.


• - Push the record button on the DVD side of the recorder.


• - Start the VHS you wanted transferred.


• - Your transfer will run the length of the movie.


• - Your new DVD will need to be finalized.


• - A menu will come up asking you if you want to finalize the recording.


• - Push the yes button and wait for the DVD to finish.

All DVD/VHS recorders work a little differently but the recording or transferring part is basically the same. Check the owner's manual that came with your DVD/VHS recorder to make sure that you are doing the transferring right. The manual will also have other tips and tricks that will allow you to make better copies of your VHS tapes.

You can also buy a DVD recorder to transfer over your VHS tapes. Without the VHS side of the recorder it can be more difficult to make the transfer. You will need more wires and cables from your VHS recorders to your DVD recorders and sometimes getting them organized can be a problem. Here are the steps to recording with a single DVD recorder.

• - Connect the DVD recorder to the video source using a dubbing cable for both video and audio.
• - Connect from the VHS player output to the DVD recorder input.
• - Insert the correct DVD format. Check the owner's manual to find the correct DVD for recording on that particular DVD recorder.
• - Set up your DVD recorder to preview the input signal. This is usually done by pressing record and then pause.
• - Begin the recording by pushing play on the VHS source. Make sure the VHS tape is where you want the recording to begin.
• - Make sure you are there to end the tape when you are finished recording.
• - You can change VHS tapes but should not change your DVD disc.
• - Finalize the recording like you did previously.