VIDBOX VHS to DVD 8.0 Deluxe

Ive tried at least two other analog A/V to USB converters in the past and sent them back because either they didnt install correctly at all or produced very small, poor quality digital video copies. This device installed flawlessly on my Windows 10 desktop machine. I didnt use the included CD, but instead downloaded the latest drivers directly from Honestech. I followed the installation instructions exactly and allowed time for everything to install. I used the program so far to save an MPG file from an old VHS tape and to record a DVD using my PCs DVD burner. In both situations, everything was flawless. The mpg file was full-screen with quality equal to that of the VHS tape (old home movie). I havent played with some of the other features of the program, but so far Im pleased with this device and the software. It is serving the purpose for which I bought it.

Although I have not made use of all the options on this device and software, I have been able to go through nearly 30 VHS tapes and preserve them in digital format, both to my hard drive and to dvd disc. It has been VERY easy. The options to edit are quite limited, however. For example, on a video project, if you have a main clip that you want to fade in at the beginning, then fade out at the end, you cant do that. You are allowed only one effect per clip. If you have two clips, you can apply a transition effect, but only one. So each clip allows one transition and one effect. I also found the text quality very poor. Im using a laptop in 1920 x 1080 resolution, yet each time I open the advanced edit software, it recommends 1024 x 728 or higher resolution, as if I am not already in a higher resolution. When I apply text to introduce a video, it comes out very fuzzy. Its also difficult to find the center of the video. There is no option in a text/ font menu where I might select center text as an option. Whats most important is that I get my deteriorating VHS tapes put safely to digital and retire my ancient VCR, and that I will be able to do and therefore, am very happy with my purchase.

I do like it. The video quality is not as good as expected. But that could be my DVD burner. I would recommend it to any one that has great old stuff that they would like to hear and see again digitally.

I had two copy programs and cords but neither worked. Though not flawless the product worked for me. Sometimes though everything was hooked up properly I had to restart my PC to have it recognize the connections.

Im using a Surface Pro 4 and the editing software doesnt work. It worked the first time and then afterwards it stopped. The video quality is poor compared to original vhs or 8mm tape and works inconsistently. Audio background noise and video discoloration and banding are evident but not on the original tape. The cables are cheap and often come loose. I had to use my own. You have to exit the software and then reopen if you are doing multiple captures or recordings. When first playing a video sometimes the software doesnt display the video and you have to exit and reopen the software.

I had rated this 4 stars before I got my new computer and Windows 8; it definitely works better with Windows 8 (and 10?). I have used this to create CDs from old audio tapes and DVDs from old VHS tapes and am quite pleased. Quality of output is not high due to RGA or S-video limitations but that is as expected. I was glad to be able to recycle my old home VHS recordings (since VHS players are now hard to find).

I converted 54 hours worth of tape into a 7 hour family film. Great for beginners, easy editing.

I have been able to convert many VCR tapes to DVD. Quality is not the best, but it does the job.

Not bad. The usb end had to be squeezed a little because it kept falling out but once I did that it worked great in the wizard mode. I am still having problems in the advanced mode. I found other software online that works very well if the video is saved to the computer in advanced more and then edited in the other software where I am able to put nicer introductions and some fading in and out. As far as the equipment is concerned, not bad but I would suggest better software like Wondershare video editor for editing the videos after converting them.

The Advanced Mode is VERY complicated. Dont have the time to learn it much less use it. The Easy Wizard would not work at first, after spending a couple of hours. Had to contact tech support. They werent sure where problem was. They Did spend a lot of time trying to resolve the problem. Suggested I trouble shoot on my own. I Later found an update patch for 8.0 , using Google, that SPECIFICALLY addressed the Easy Wizard problems I was having. Patched to 8.01 or 8.1. Works great now, for simple unedited transfers.