How Do I Copy VHS Tapes To My Computer?
Copying VHS tapes to a computer creates a long-lasting video recording that can be edited or burned to a DVD. Videotapes wear out over time, so recording to a computer hard drive also preserves family memories caught years ago on a video camera. The transfer requires an analog-to-digital video converter box and recording software, which typically comes with the box. Standard composite and USB cables complete the connections. Connect the three plugs on one end of the composite cable to the matching yellow, white and red “out” jacks on the back of the videocassette recorder. Insert the plugs on the other end into the color-coded jacks on the converter box. Attach the USB cable from the port on the converter box to any USB port on the computer. Insert a videotape in the VCR and cue the cassette to the desired position to begin copying. Open the recording software that came with the converter box by clicking on the name of the program from the list of all programs stored on the computer. P
