There are very few activities the entire family can enjoy as much as sitting down and watching old family �movies�. Everyone likes to see themselves as toddlers, learning how to ride their first bike, performing in school plays, etc. Be sure those images are still available for you and your family to enjoy by converting them from VHS tapes to DVDs as soon as possible. Why? Because VHS tapes lose quality over time � watch an old VHS tape and you�re likely to see faded images; sometimes audio is lost too. The sooner you can preserve these memories on new digital technology � DVDs, the more secure you can feel about holding on to those timeless images.
VHS tapes and VCRs are quickly disappearing and being replaced by inexpensive DVD players, which provide clearer, crisper images and better audio. In addition, VHS tapes which have been around awhile often lose their luster � both in terms of video and audio quality. You can test this out by viewing a VHS tape from a few years back; it will not stand up to the digital images that DVDs preserve. There are other good reasons to switch to DVDs also, including: they are much more compact and easy to store � DVD�s take up less than 1/10th the space of big, bulky VHS tapes.
The process of converting VHS tapes to DVDs is not difficult to do. If it seems like a huge task; it isn�t. Once you�ve performed the process once, you�ll have confidence to convert all of your VHS tapes to DVDs. All you will need to get started (along with a VCR and your personal computer) is: a device to convert your VCR�s analog signals to digital, editing software (there are many programs available), Audio/Video cables and blank DVD media.
Converting VHS tapes to DVDs is not a difficult process; not at all. In fact, once you performed the operation once, you�ll probably go on to convert all of the VHS tapes you have in your library. All that you need to get started is a personal computer and a VCR. In addition, you will require a device to convert your VCR�s analog signals to digital, editing software (there are many to choose from), A/V cables and blank DVDs. One product that comes highly recommended is Pinnacle System�s MovieBox 9.0. This conversion program includes state-of-the art Studio 9.0 software and MovieBox hardware. If you choose to work with another program, be sure it offers a similar combination hardware/software packages. Do not buy the software and hardware individually; it could cost you more than double and there is no guarantee the two will be compatible.
You can install he software on your computer by following a few simple instructions; once installation is complete, you are ready to get started. The software will supply you with step-by-step directions to complete the conversion process. Here�s something important to keep in mind: Audio/video production takes a great deal of CPU power. Before you begin converting your VHS tapes, be sure to close all other operations, disable your screensaver and use all power-saving options you can.
