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WEEKEND PROJECT: Transfer your VHS tapes to DVD
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Step 1

Getting started

Step 2

What you'll need

Step 3

Connect the VCR to the MovieBox

Step 4

Connect the MovieBox to your PC

Step 5

Configure the software

Step 6

Start capture

Step 7

Edit your movie

Step 8

Edit the audio

Step 9

Burn to DVD

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Transfer your VHS tapes to DVD

Step 5:

Configure the software

With your VCR and the MovieBox powered on, install and launch the Studio 9.0 software. From the Setup menu, select Capture Source. In the Capture Devices area, use the Video and Audio drop-down menus to select the MovieBox option.

You won't find this in the documentation, but make sure you check the VCR Input box--otherwise, the preview image may be severely distorted. In most cases, you should also check the Capture Preview box, but you may need to clear this box if you encounter dropped frames during the capture operation. This is where the TV connection comes in handy--for keeping an eye on the transfer process.

Tip
Audio/video production takes a lot of CPU power, so close all other applications and disable your screensaver and any power-saving options.
Start capture


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