The hardware that we use to convert VHS tapes to DVDs is on Stations 3 and 4 (so, two full complements of the hardware)

The Quick Steps

Converting Directly to a DVD

1. Be sure the RCA cables are connecting the VHS player to the white Sony DVD Recorder.

2. Power-up the VHS player, Insert tape and rewind.

3. Power-up DVD Recorder and insert blank DVD

4. Press play on the VHS player and then the Red Button on the DVD Recorder.

5. When the recording is complete, choose Finalize Disc.

6. Test the DVD in both a computer and a DVD player to ensure it works correctly.

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1. The import repeatedly stops and starts, generating a bunch of 1 or 2 second clips.
   1. This Tape is not going to work with the Canopus.  If you haven't tried it with the Sony DVD Recorder, see The Long Way below.
2. The VCR says it is playing, but the Canopus isn't showing anything
   1. Plug the VCR into the TV and play the tape.
   2. If it works on the TV, then the tape probably isn't compatible with Canopus.  If you haven't tried it with the Sony DVD Recorder, see The Long Way below.

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The Long Way The Long Way

The Long Way

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If it has gotten to the point that you have to use this, I am truly sorry.  This is only for if you need to digitize a VHS tape, that is to create a video file but not a DVD.

On a related note, please read through all of the steps before starting - things will make much more sense if you do that first.

1. Make sure the tape is rewound to the beginning.