How do I convert DVD to VHS?

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How do I convert DVD to VHS?

Hello,

I have several DVDs which I'd like to copy to VHS cassettes, using my computer. These are DVDs that won't play on my set top dvd player but will play on my G4. I have an ADVC-100 DV Converter, but it doesn't seem to let me send a signal out to a vhs deck. Any help very much appreciated, as these are to be shared with a family member in another country who can play vhs but not dvds.(we sent her a USA standard NTSC deck)

thanks,

Keith

Dual 1.25 GHz PM/G4 Mac OS X (10.3.8)

Dual 1.25 GHz PM/G4 Mac OS X (10.3.8)

Posted on May 13, 2006 1:10 PM

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Answer 1

May 14, 2006 10:12 PM in response to Keith Rodan

Don't the G4s have an input for a VCR? If so, you can play the DVD in your computer and then record on the VCR. I don't have a G4, but am shopping for one. I thought that was a feature......

eMac Mac OS X (10.3.9)

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Keith Rodan Author

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May 15, 2006 1:04 AM in response to Alimac1313

That's the issue - there is DV in and out from the G4 (and most other Macs), but it apparently only QT movies will export to VCR/analog. I'm not sure if QT pro can do this. I have it, but haven't been able to convert the DVD files - so if someone knows an efficient method, that would be helpful.

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Answer 3

J Keller

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May 20, 2006 12:28 AM in response to Keith Rodan

Your video converter should be able to work in both directions. I've not tried to record using a video display TV adapter cable (like that which comes with a PowerBook), but in theory, it's just sending a display signal to the TV, so the VCR should be able to record that analog signal. Any video file the Mac can play could be recorded this way.

G4s have Firewire connectors that can pass video/audio digital signals back and forth. None come equipped as standard equipment to accept/convert analog video to digital; that has to be done with a converter like yours or with some camcorders (that have a pass-thru feature).

John

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