Digitize VHS with the DIGITNOW USB Video Capture Converter!

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  • Опубліковано 15 чер 2024
  • The DIGITNOW USB 2.0 Video Capture Device is available from the following Amazon Affiliate Link:
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    Through this link, ThriftyAV receives a small commission at no additional cost to the buyer.
    In this video, I unbox and test out the DIGITNOW USB 2.0 Video Capture Converter with a VHS tape. I then feed it test signals from the DVD "Sound & Vision Home Theater Tune-Up" and the CD "NAB Broadcast and Audio System Test CD".
    Info from Amazon Description:
    EASY TO USE: With One Touch, Transfer/Capture Video and Audio from Almost Any Analog Video Source (VHS/VCR/Hi8/DVD/TV BOX) to Your Mac(except for MAC OS 10.14 and above) or PC(XP/Vista/Win7/Win8/Win10 32bit&64bit )
    ALL IN ONE: Captures Video in the Universal H.264 Digital Format AVI, MPEG2, MPEG4 and MP3(Audio only) to preserve your vinyl records in digital format, Ready for Windows Live Movie Maker, and UA-cam. allows you to share with all your friends and family on Facebook, UA-cam, Twitter, Snapchat and many other Social Media networking services. World-ready; Handles NTSC, SECAM, PAL and PAL/60 video
    ANALOG VIDEO CONVERT: Convert LPs and Audio Cassettes to CD or MP3 Format, Identifying Tracks Automatically to add Title, Artist, and Genre Information
    CONVENIENT TO EDIT: Create Polished Videos with Professional-grade Tools for Reducing Video Noise, Stabilizing Shaky Video, Color Correction, Transition Effects, and more. Split Videos to Span Across Multiple DVDs for Sharing or Storage
    PACKAGE CONTENTS: Comes with Digitnow Video Capture, Composite video/RCA Stereo Cable. Please feel free to contact us if you have any problems
    0:00 Intro / Open
    1:05 Unboxing
    2:22 Hardware Setup
    3:21 Software
    3:49 Capture Process
    5:47 mpg file info
    6:11 Sample Footage
    6:48 DVD Test Signals
    7:40 Audio Test Signals
    8:23 Magnavox Audio
    8:44 Windows Audio Properties
    8:57 Conclusion
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    FULL DISCLOSURE: This video capture device is a sample product that was provided for the purpose of this review. The opinions expressed about this product are my own. Review samples are considered to be on loan from the vender. The vender may request the sample back by providing pre-paid postage or reimbursement for shipping cost.
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    #DIGITNOW #EZCap #VideoCapture
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 82

  • @ThriftyAV
    @ThriftyAV  2 роки тому +2

    I've reviewed quite a few video capture devices on ThriftyAV. The full Playlist is HERE:
    ua-cam.com/play/PL_6HOAybADu6qyPPhQ_f6AD4COh5AfWOg.html

    • @corar07
      @corar07 Рік тому

      mr.ThriftyAv dude.
      of all the softwares u have tried for analog AV to mp4 or mkv which was your personal favorite

  • @LostBeetle
    @LostBeetle 2 роки тому +4

    You actually gave valuable technical information, thank you.

  • @azcpr4u725
    @azcpr4u725 Рік тому

    You , Sir just made my day!!! Thank you so much! A fantastic video that was informative AND easily understood! Thx👍🌵

  • @Jonathan-tt2mv
    @Jonathan-tt2mv 16 днів тому

    Thanks for the review! I was thinking about buying one to transfer old Hi8 and 8mm videos but seeing the quality that you got from VHS, I've made the decision not to get this. You saved me a lot of money, time, and headaches. Thank you!

  • @MurphyBorder
    @MurphyBorder 2 роки тому +1

    Looking at getting this , Great review thanks 👍(I will check out your other video capture videos before deciding on one)

  • @octavemarbot8474
    @octavemarbot8474 Місяць тому

    Very good review. Exactly what I was looking for. Thank you!

  • @martifingers
    @martifingers Рік тому +1

    Thorough, fair and balanced review. Very helpful.

    • @ThriftyAV
      @ThriftyAV  Рік тому

      Thank you. I try to be objective with my reviews, especially with vid capture devices.

    • @goatmen7996
      @goatmen7996 Рік тому

      @@ThriftyAV dose the capture card use tbc for non tbc vcrs and camcorders

    • @ThriftyAV
      @ThriftyAV  Рік тому

      @@goatmen7996 I do not know of any EZCap style USB capture device with built-in TBC.

  • @vip360photoboothrentalsla
    @vip360photoboothrentalsla Рік тому

    GREAT REVIEW OF THE DIGIT NOW CAPTURE DEVICE & SOFTWARE.

  • @robsolf
    @robsolf 2 місяці тому

    Appreciate the vid! That is surprising that you have stereo inputs but it seems to sum them in mono. Makes me think I might capture with only one track plugged in to avoid noise.

  • @marcroulleau9510
    @marcroulleau9510 Рік тому

    Thank you for this helpful video !

  • @ybarsabal
    @ybarsabal Рік тому

    Would you recommend a different device if you want better quality? I have a lot of 8mm home movies to digitize.

  • @AirknightTails
    @AirknightTails 3 роки тому

    3:35 What's funny is that I have a Honestech USB2S Capture Device that sadly without Modded Drivers works on Vista, XP and 2000. I've also since cracked the CD by mistake :(

  • @gruyotv2655
    @gruyotv2655 2 роки тому

    Does it work with Final Cut Pro or iMovie? And how about a camera canon xh1a hd format works with this? Thank you for you help

  • @litigator2015
    @litigator2015 2 роки тому +1

    Does this provide date and time stamp on the video when transferring from handycam to pc? I am an investigator and require date and time stamp on the video. I have the sabrent but the DVD is so old not compatiable with Windows 10

  • @HeroVange
    @HeroVange 5 місяців тому

    Is it possible to connect it to your phone with an OTG, output it to mobile via usb camera app and record the screen of a hi8 camera on mobile? 🤔

  • @311cmm
    @311cmm Рік тому +1

    Hola: lo conecto a mi MAc 10.13 y no lo reconoce algún vídeo con Mac mostrando el proceso por favor? Hello: I connect it to my Mac 10.13 and it does not recognize it, any video with Mac showing the process please?

  • @kowtharforsat4177
    @kowtharforsat4177 2 роки тому

    Hello, why did you use an S-video cable? I am having issues with my digitnow video capture device (no video, funny weird audio) do i need to use an s-video cable?? Can you please tell me what type?

  • @Azam_Pakistan
    @Azam_Pakistan 2 роки тому

    I have Easycap. Same software as you have shown. Video shakes most of the time. Needs tracking by VCR/VHS video player every few minutes. Any solution?

  • @hexem6933
    @hexem6933 Рік тому

    If anyone has a problem with downloading the software off of the CD, If you have the adapter plugged in, It will work with your camera application on your computer, If you have a camera on your computer flip the camera the other way and it will recognize it, you also need to go into your volume input settings and select "Microphone" that will give it direct audio from your computer, and you can just press record and get your footage.

  • @dfc99nyc
    @dfc99nyc 2 роки тому

    Can video be saved to an .mp4 file? The instructions that came with the BR117 are not very informative.Thanks.

  • @danieldome9710
    @danieldome9710 2 роки тому

    in pal i try and tige first sequence was impeccable but when arrive the second i have scbgoppy image?? thanks

  • @mickmathieson8266
    @mickmathieson8266 Рік тому

    Brilliant!

  • @doncorleone4534
    @doncorleone4534 Рік тому

    Hi Can I use Tv Tuner card for vhs tapes???
    Does it works or not?

  • @eternalpeace7419
    @eternalpeace7419 Рік тому

    Hi - Hoping I can get some help here please. I have connected the device (DIGITNOW BR117) via composite leads/scart adapter to my VHS player however the video does not show up on the software "honestech VHS to DVD"
    Composite leads are connected to the adapter on one end which feeds directly to my laptop (Windows 11) via USB. The other end of the composite leads are connected to the scart adapter which feeds in to my VHS player.
    When I open the software which has installed successfully, only the sound plays when I play the video from the player, there is no video shown within the software.
    When I proceed to record, the output is in black and white regardless of selecting NTSC or PAL. I have used the same composite cable and scart adapter and connected it to my TV and it works fine.
    I have not used the S-Video cable yet as this was not provided however when looking at the options it appears the input source cannot be changed due it being greyed out and locked to composite.
    Any suggestions or help will be highly appreciated.

  • @weartoasty
    @weartoasty 2 роки тому

    How do I test it with Windows camera? Any tutorials?

  • @Starboundstreams
    @Starboundstreams Рік тому

    I'm wondering if this will capture gamecube/n64

  • @alexm7804
    @alexm7804 11 місяців тому

    ive got some issues with a device similar butuses same connections im not getting any signal regarding the app

  • @w..e3419
    @w..e3419 2 роки тому +3

    Hello, can you please help me. I installed the software, but I have a problem on the screen. Sound is running but no picture. What do I have to do there? I've been looking for several days. I've already tried everything. Maybe you can please help me.

    • @rannz8
      @rannz8 Рік тому

      your vhs player seems like it needs cleaned

  • @goatmen7996
    @goatmen7996 4 місяці тому

    Do I press install Adobe reader to download the drivers and then press install VHS to DVD to install this capture software

  • @aden2526
    @aden2526 2 роки тому

    Will this work for mini dv tapes

  • @pricela8
    @pricela8 2 роки тому +3

    is there a different way to install the software? I don't even know anyone who still has a CD port

    • @ThriftyAV
      @ThriftyAV  2 роки тому +1

      I checked the DigitNow website, but I could not find the Video Grabber software available for download. You could try contacting DigitNow support. Alternately, you could use an external optical drive to install the CD. You can find one of these for as little as $16 on Amazon. Personally, I would just use different software. There is nothing special about the Video Grabber 2.0 software that comes with this device. I would suggest using OBS or even the Windows Camera app to capture footage with this device.

  • @shelleycoveduck9360
    @shelleycoveduck9360 Рік тому +1

    I did not receive any instruction booklet or installation disk! No software at all!

  • @stilodrom
    @stilodrom 2 роки тому

    thanks

  • @emrekaplan5737
    @emrekaplan5737 Рік тому

    Does it have Macrovision protection?

  • @jimmycarr6603
    @jimmycarr6603 Рік тому

    thank for information but i have sound but no pictures please help

  • @jesusnietodiaz5464
    @jesusnietodiaz5464 2 роки тому +7

    I can't see the preview. It records the video, but the preview screen is gray. Does anyone know how to solve it?

  • @MatthewWrightakaM-acculate
    @MatthewWrightakaM-acculate 2 місяці тому

    Just bought this, any idea why my Laptop doesnt register the USB ? Nothing pops up at all, tried all different USB ports, all my other USBs work fine on this laptop, ive updated everything.... Still nothing !???

  • @azarielfly8762
    @azarielfly8762 Рік тому

    where would you find the product key?

  • @panxitacdb
    @panxitacdb Рік тому

    hola al comprar este producto no me han enviado el cd, puedo hacer algo para bajarme el programa ya que supongo que pediran una licencia.

    • @jvidal90
      @jvidal90 Рік тому

      Lo compre hace medio año y por mudanza no me pongo a utilizarlo hasta ahora... has conseguido algo? Estoy con OSB studio pero no consigo el audio, solo el video... gracias

  • @islamabadphotos3873
    @islamabadphotos3873 2 роки тому

    Helo sir
    When i capture movie with handycam through EASYCAP to my pc (usb shape common easycap) then quality are perfect but when i capture from VCR so found colorfull strips or sometime black n white recording..
    Note:
    I was conect vcr directly to home LCD TV
    so vcr run vhs tape exactly
    I guess that may i face ths problem due to old model vcr ..?
    Am i right or wrong
    Plsss advice solution regarding VHS tapes capturing with easycap

    • @ThriftyAV
      @ThriftyAV  2 роки тому

      Sometimes old VCRs have trouble with the chrome signal. It can also be an issue with the tape. Do you know somebody with a VCR you can borrow to see if it plays the tape better?

    • @doncorleone4534
      @doncorleone4534 Рік тому

      Hey bud I'm facing that problem too ! Did you found any Solution for this?
      I think easyCap is crap.
      I've bought alot of cheap devices but it lags and get heat up and more often its give black and white video on pc.
      But when I play My Vcr on Tv it's colorful and runs completely fine....

  • @panxitacdb
    @panxitacdb Рік тому

    Hola he comprado el producto y no me viene el cd

  • @fun4alltv
    @fun4alltv Рік тому

    Would this work on a ps2

  • @littledragon4664
    @littledragon4664 2 роки тому +1

    I am trying to find the drivers, my laptop does not have a CD drive...

    • @ThriftyAV
      @ThriftyAV  2 роки тому

      My Win10 machine recognized this device without a problem.

    • @goatmen7996
      @goatmen7996 4 місяці тому +1

      If you put in the code of the device will it work

  • @muusicman2010
    @muusicman2010 2 роки тому

    I just got this capture device today for my birthday. I was getting a preview of what the VCR was playing at first but now I’m not. Any ideas?? I am using the software that came with the capture device.

    • @ThriftyAV
      @ThriftyAV  2 роки тому +1

      To troubleshoot the capture device, you can hook up a different video source that you know works like a DVD player, game system ,etc. To troubleshoot your VCR, you can hook it up directly to a TV set. To troubleshoot the software, you can use Windows Camera App or OBS Studio. If this device is faulty, I would ask the person who gifted it to you if it can be returned.

    • @muusicman2010
      @muusicman2010 2 роки тому +1

      @@ThriftyAV I think it must just be the software because when I record from a VHS and locate the actual file that I recorded it plays perfectly. I just am not getting a preview in the preview window.

    • @raysmith2940
      @raysmith2940 2 роки тому

      your software is now useless. Good luck getting it.

  • @DamianKurtz
    @DamianKurtz 3 роки тому +1

    The video capture device was easier to use.

  • @ademosthenes4911
    @ademosthenes4911 2 роки тому

    Can this be use to convert tapes to MP3?

    • @ThriftyAV
      @ThriftyAV  2 роки тому

      A video signal must be fed into this device for it to work. Also, it mixes down the left and right audio channel to mono.

    • @ademosthenes4911
      @ademosthenes4911 2 роки тому

      @@ThriftyAV My apologies, but was that a no?

    • @ThriftyAV
      @ThriftyAV  2 роки тому

      It is a "not ideal". You COULD feed a video signal from some other device like a DVD player with your tape audio, create a MP4 file, then strip the MP3 audio from the MP4, but this is a lot of hoops to jump through and you would end up with a MONO (not stereo) audio file when you are done.

    • @ademosthenes4911
      @ademosthenes4911 2 роки тому

      @@ThriftyAV Thank you.

  • @thenewbgamer6416
    @thenewbgamer6416 2 роки тому

    Does this record at 60fps?

    • @ThriftyAV
      @ThriftyAV  2 роки тому

      No

    • @thenewbgamer6416
      @thenewbgamer6416 2 роки тому +1

      @@ThriftyAV ...disappointing. but its still great that I got an answer before I bought it, as I was about to.

    • @CMILF
      @CMILF 2 роки тому

      @@thenewbgamer6416 you can probably upscale the video and use an AI to bring it to 60FPS.

  • @ogcidman911
    @ogcidman911 3 роки тому

    I can not get this device to work with Mac

    • @leonjohnsonjr3331
      @leonjohnsonjr3331 3 роки тому +2

      Get rid of that mac

    • @ThriftyAV
      @ThriftyAV  2 роки тому

      Unfortunately, I cannot help with Mac. I would contact Digitnow Tech support for help.

    • @raysmith2940
      @raysmith2940 2 роки тому

      As a Mac owner, I can tell you this won't work. It has to be Mac compatible. this isn't.

    • @311cmm
      @311cmm Рік тому

      @@raysmith2940 hola en la caja lo venden como compatible DIGITNOW Video capture y tampoco nada ....sigo intentando. Gracias

  • @raysmith2940
    @raysmith2940 2 роки тому

    The software on these things are forever being updated due the PC/Mac updates. This renders the software obsolete and customer service for these devices is next to useless; they do not update software due to cost. Instead they offer a newer version for new cost. Roxio are shocking, keep well away from them. my advice is to get a stand alone device that does a great job and doesn't need software. More expensive, but it will never need updated software ..... that you cant get.

  • @sol9843
    @sol9843 Рік тому

    60 FPS?

    • @ThriftyAV
      @ThriftyAV  Рік тому

      29.97fps, progressive scan. The full file info for the mpg files created starts around 5:38

  • @eggsandwhichian
    @eggsandwhichian 2 роки тому

    i have one of these, i can see my ps2 gameplay but i cant hear anything? why?

    • @eggsandwhichian
      @eggsandwhichian 2 роки тому

      nvrm. i recorded a test video, and i can hear it fine. just not live. only in playback??

  • @joshuapowell1868
    @joshuapowell1868 8 місяців тому

    People like myself are buying vhs movies offline for 10 dollars everything proven

  • @heavymetalnewsdesk
    @heavymetalnewsdesk 2 місяці тому

    That's horrible quality. I am willing to bet there's a significant quality loos here, even vhs doesn't look that poor. if it did, no one could have ever sold a camera