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    best video capture card

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by kracken, Feb 23, 2006.

  1. kracken

    kracken Newbie

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    Could you guys please tell me your suggestions for the best audio / video usb device for my HPdv8i30us. I would like to get old VHS footage onto my notebook to create movies. Also can I rip dvd movies directly to the pc from my onboard drive. Thanks for your suggestions :)
     
    kracken, Feb 23, 2006
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  2. olyteddy

    olyteddy Notebook Deity

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    I have a Hauppauge USB2 PVR. Does a decent job, encodes to DVD compatible MPEG2, and works with a timer. The downside of MPEG2 as a capture format is it is tough to edit beyond cuts only.

    PS, I seldom answer posts that include the word 'best' in their title. My 'best' may be your worst nightmare.
     
    olyteddy, Feb 24, 2006
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