VHS to PC transfer with SILVERCREST video USB capture device.
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Hello,
I just got the SILVERCREST capture key to transfer old VHS tapes to my PC.
I have a THOMSON DTH6100E DVD/VCR combo.
My question is about connecting the capture key to the VCR and any necessary settings to capture the image.
My VCR has two SCART sockets at the back (VCR IN + OUT / DVD OUT), a blue one (EURO AV2 DECODER), and a black one (EURO AV1 AUDIO/VIDEO), as well as two R and L sockets (DVD/VCR AUDIO OUT) and three exclusive DVD OUT/AUDIO OUT sockets, one L, one R, and one coaxial.
So far, I have used the following wiring: A SCART adapter connected to the black SCART of the VCR, into which I plugged the three red, white, yellow plugs of the audio/video cable, the other end being connected to the USB key via the provided adapter. Is this wiring correct?
Then I put the VCR in Play mode, and I launch the provided Power Director 9 program.
When I click on the CAPTURE icon, the software detects the video and audio from my PC's Webcam and "turns on" the AVCHD icon and then displays the error message "unable to unload content from a specific disk/folder".
Nowhere do I see a tab or option to access any settings that would allow me to configure the data source for acquisition.
Moreover, in the VCR documentation, I also do not see any manipulations to configure the audio/video output if necessary.
In short, I'm sending out an SOS because I didn't expect to encounter so many difficulties with equipment that was sold to me as simple and easy to set up.
Best regards,
Configuration: Windows Vista / Firefox 36.0
I just got the SILVERCREST capture key to transfer old VHS tapes to my PC.
I have a THOMSON DTH6100E DVD/VCR combo.
My question is about connecting the capture key to the VCR and any necessary settings to capture the image.
My VCR has two SCART sockets at the back (VCR IN + OUT / DVD OUT), a blue one (EURO AV2 DECODER), and a black one (EURO AV1 AUDIO/VIDEO), as well as two R and L sockets (DVD/VCR AUDIO OUT) and three exclusive DVD OUT/AUDIO OUT sockets, one L, one R, and one coaxial.
So far, I have used the following wiring: A SCART adapter connected to the black SCART of the VCR, into which I plugged the three red, white, yellow plugs of the audio/video cable, the other end being connected to the USB key via the provided adapter. Is this wiring correct?
Then I put the VCR in Play mode, and I launch the provided Power Director 9 program.
When I click on the CAPTURE icon, the software detects the video and audio from my PC's Webcam and "turns on" the AVCHD icon and then displays the error message "unable to unload content from a specific disk/folder".
Nowhere do I see a tab or option to access any settings that would allow me to configure the data source for acquisition.
Moreover, in the VCR documentation, I also do not see any manipulations to configure the audio/video output if necessary.
In short, I'm sending out an SOS because I didn't expect to encounter so many difficulties with equipment that was sold to me as simple and easy to set up.
Best regards,
Configuration: Windows Vista / Firefox 36.0
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Hello,
I read that VLC software has been able to capture VHS since version 2 and that it is much less resource-intensive than Power Director 9 or others.
Here is an editorial on the subject:
http://www.01net.com/editorial/567411/recuperez-vos-anciennes-cassettes-vhs-avec-vlc-astuce/
Does anyone have experience capturing with VLC software? Particularly with capturing data from the Silvercrest USB stick?
I read that VLC software has been able to capture VHS since version 2 and that it is much less resource-intensive than Power Director 9 or others.
Here is an editorial on the subject:
http://www.01net.com/editorial/567411/recuperez-vos-anciennes-cassettes-vhs-avec-vlc-astuce/
Does anyone have experience capturing with VLC software? Particularly with capturing data from the Silvercrest USB stick?
Hello, to transfer the content of an analog cassette VHS, VHS/C, 8mm, Hi8, or an analog video stream, you need to connect the camcorder or VCR or other peripheral to an "external box" that handles the "hardware" conversion of the "analog stream" to "digital," and you connect the box to the computer via a USB cable. The file is converted to MPEG2, a format easy to burn and compatible with all players, allowing for editing with "Studio."
Connect the box to the camcorder or VCR using an S/VHS connection (recommended) or composite (lesser quality) (RCA yellow) and a cable for sound (2 RCA red, white). For the VCR, you need a SCART connection with an adapter or cable with the "out" direction or with an in-out switch for the S/VHS exit or composite RCA yellow (lesser quality), plus sound, two RCA outputs red and white like this model:
https://www.ldlc.com/fiche/PB00000432.html
Remember to select PAL for color.
I recommend the Dazzle Video Recorder box.
The price of the advanced editing software STUDIO 14 HD (value alone 65 €) provided with this box makes the product appealing.
They can also be found second-hand on the web and can be resold when no longer needed.
There are exotic products like USB keys and 4 wires, cheaper, but beware, they are often a source of trouble, reading messages from desperate members on the forum.
The format being 4/3, the image quality can only be judged on the living room TV screen. Here’s the link:
https://www.cherchons.com/dossier/dazzle.html
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Connect the box to the camcorder or VCR using an S/VHS connection (recommended) or composite (lesser quality) (RCA yellow) and a cable for sound (2 RCA red, white). For the VCR, you need a SCART connection with an adapter or cable with the "out" direction or with an in-out switch for the S/VHS exit or composite RCA yellow (lesser quality), plus sound, two RCA outputs red and white like this model:
https://www.ldlc.com/fiche/PB00000432.html
Remember to select PAL for color.
I recommend the Dazzle Video Recorder box.
The price of the advanced editing software STUDIO 14 HD (value alone 65 €) provided with this box makes the product appealing.
They can also be found second-hand on the web and can be resold when no longer needed.
There are exotic products like USB keys and 4 wires, cheaper, but beware, they are often a source of trouble, reading messages from desperate members on the forum.
The format being 4/3, the image quality can only be judged on the living room TV screen. Here’s the link:
https://www.cherchons.com/dossier/dazzle.html
--
"Donkeys change their minds, not fools."
Remember to mark your message as "resolved" if that's the case.
Hello and thank you for your response.
It seems that the wiring between the VHS player and the PC is the issue because the software does not detect any source to capture other than the audio/video from the webcam and another AVCHD, which must be the PC's DVD player.
Yet I verified that the content of the VHS tape was visible and audible on a TV by connecting the black SCART of the VHS player to the TV.
Then I connected the black SCART of the VHS player to the PC via the SCART adapter + S-VHS cable (or yellow + red and black cables) + capture card.
Next, I launched PowerDirector 9, then plugged in the USB dongle and started the Capture option. The only sources detected belong to the PC (webcam and DVD player). ...
Could there be a compatibility issue between the capture card and my VHS player?
It seems that the wiring between the VHS player and the PC is the issue because the software does not detect any source to capture other than the audio/video from the webcam and another AVCHD, which must be the PC's DVD player.
Yet I verified that the content of the VHS tape was visible and audible on a TV by connecting the black SCART of the VHS player to the TV.
Then I connected the black SCART of the VHS player to the PC via the SCART adapter + S-VHS cable (or yellow + red and black cables) + capture card.
Next, I launched PowerDirector 9, then plugged in the USB dongle and started the Capture option. The only sources detected belong to the PC (webcam and DVD player). ...
Could there be a compatibility issue between the capture card and my VHS player?
Hello,
I contacted the technical service of TARGA, who sent me a link to the latest version of Power Director 9.0 DE.
I uninstalled everything, including the software and driver, and after three unsuccessful attempts, I finally managed to capture the image from my video.
To do this, I installed the drivers provided with the CD, and I checked that in the device manager the drivers were recognized by inserting the key into a USB port. Then I removed the key and installed the software version that TARGA sent me (DE version) and I immediately saw the video appear.
I still have one problem to solve, which is that I have no sound. In the settings tab, I have two options: "Dexetek Polaris Video Capture" and "Microphone," which corresponds to the internal mic of the PC. If I choose the first option, I hear nothing, and if I choose the second, the internal mic of the PC is activated and I hear the noise of the room. However, at no point do I hear the sound from the video.
If you have any suggestions, I would be happy to receive them.
I contacted the technical service of TARGA, who sent me a link to the latest version of Power Director 9.0 DE.
I uninstalled everything, including the software and driver, and after three unsuccessful attempts, I finally managed to capture the image from my video.
To do this, I installed the drivers provided with the CD, and I checked that in the device manager the drivers were recognized by inserting the key into a USB port. Then I removed the key and installed the software version that TARGA sent me (DE version) and I immediately saw the video appear.
I still have one problem to solve, which is that I have no sound. In the settings tab, I have two options: "Dexetek Polaris Video Capture" and "Microphone," which corresponds to the internal mic of the PC. If I choose the first option, I hear nothing, and if I choose the second, the internal mic of the PC is activated and I hear the noise of the room. However, at no point do I hear the sound from the video.
If you have any suggestions, I would be happy to receive them.
Hello,
I have this type of equipment and it works.
Did you plug the key directly without going through the SCART adapter?
Use the RCA OUT sockets of the VCR.
See you!
I have this type of equipment and it works.
Did you plug the key directly without going through the SCART adapter?
Use the RCA OUT sockets of the VCR.
See you!
Hello,
Thank you for the advice.
I directly connected the red and white RCA plugs from the SCART adapter to the RCA outputs of the VHS and this time it works!!! However, after about a minute of recording, the Power Director program "stops working," but apparently it's the PC's fault because 100% of the CPU is being used....
Thank you for the advice.
I directly connected the red and white RCA plugs from the SCART adapter to the RCA outputs of the VHS and this time it works!!! However, after about a minute of recording, the Power Director program "stops working," but apparently it's the PC's fault because 100% of the CPU is being used....
Yes, it's very possible that your processor is insufficient... on my side, I had to switch from a single core 2.6 GHz to a dual 1.7 GHz to start the capture.
I also noticed an extreme sensitivity of the copyright detector that triggers on the erased parts of VHS tapes, which is very unpleasant when digitizing your personal videos!!!
So many reasons to turn away from this kind of equipment!
Best regards ;-)
I also noticed an extreme sensitivity of the copyright detector that triggers on the erased parts of VHS tapes, which is very unpleasant when digitizing your personal videos!!!
So many reasons to turn away from this kind of equipment!
Best regards ;-)
I managed to convert several VHS tapes (analog) to my PC (digital) in color.
Here is the three-step procedure with the SilverCrest USB-Video-Grabber:
Step 1: Install the software
First, install the CD that came in the box with the cord kit/install only the Driver and PowerDirector 9 parts. When prompted for the Key code, it’s located on the CD sleeve.
Step 2: Make the connections
Once the software is installed, connect the cords:
The order of connection is not important, however, forums will show you how to do it. There is a VERY IMPORTANT detail that is not mentioned and is ESSENTIAL for getting color. First, connect the supplied SCART to the back of your VCR / then connect to this SCART the cord with the red, white, yellow plugs at both ends / on the other end of this same cord, connect the red, white, and yellow plugs to their counterparts on the cord with the black acquisition key / and now connect the black cord marked AV IN to the SCART and to the black plug of the acquisition key cord (most forums recommend not plugging in the yellow plug, which is a big mistake, as plugging it in will give you color). Finally, connect the USB acquisition key to the USB port of the PC.
Step 3: Configure the software
It took me ages to find the right settings, but I got there. For a VHS camcorder using standard cassettes, here’s my method:
Insert a tape into the VCR / Open the software / In the software interface, click on Capture; the small screen below should turn color and the small TV with two antennas should be highlighted under Capture. At the top click on the gear icon and check the settings that suit you; it is default and well-configured. In the lower right corner, click on profile and ensure that in the Profile Quality Configuration window, it shows Video MPEG-2 - Default - DVD HQ.
Below in the settings, check that it’s Dexetek Polaris Video Capture on both lines.
Now click on Settings / In the Video Configuration window set Capture Source to Video Composite and in audio device set it to Dexetek Polaris Video Capture. In the Adjust Video tab, adjust the image balance as you like. In the TV Configuration tab, for Format (non-tuner), set it to SECAM_L
Then start the video on the VCR and the image will appear in color / press the red button below the screen to start recording.
It’s advisable to know the length to record; otherwise, stay nearby.
The file is quite large depending on the duration
With the software provided by LIDL, I had an issue; I called them and they quickly sent me a new USB-Video-Grabber software without needing to return the previous one.
See you soon
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