vhs to dvd

[halekon]

how does one convert ones old vhs to dvd? i have read on some web sites some complicated convoluted techy "advice" http://www.afterdawn.com/
that seems more like reading greek
and than there is this review on amazon:
A terrific all-around player and recorder, the Panasonic DMR-E30 offers the flexibility of recording on both DVD-RAM--ideal for instant chapter access and for multiple rerecordings--as well as DVD-R, regarded as the most widely compatible of the many DVD formats (great for sharing Camcorder footage with loved ones). With the DMR-E30S you can digitally record superb picture and sound--up to 12 hours on a double-sided DVD-RAM disc and up to six hours on a single-sided DVD-RAM or DVD-R disc, thanks to Panasonic's original Hybrid VBR (variable bit rate) technology. (Rewriteable DVD-RAM discs can be rewritten over 100,000 times and offer 4.7 to 9.6 gigabytes per disc.)
The unique Time Slip feature lets the DVD recorder be used like a personal video recorder, or PVR. Because of DVD-RAM's extremely fast transfer rate, it's possible to view the recorded portion of an ongoing program from the beginning, while still recording the program in progress. In addition to recording new video content, the DMR-E30 lets you transfer favorite VHS recordings to durable, space-saving discs. The Direct Navigator instantly accesses recorded material from an onscreen menu that lists recording dates, times, channels, and titles. Finding and viewing recorded material are simple, because there's no need to search, fast-forward, or rewind.

yikes which does one choose??

[Alfer]

Please do a forum search (click the Google search).

There are numerous questions just like yours that surely can help you out.

just search VHS to DVD or something similar.

But to answer your question...I for one tried using the Adaptec Videoh DVD 2.0 capture device ($149 lately) and I couldn't get it to record long enough and it got frustrating having to download all kinds of software to make a full 2 hour DVD of VHS. ( I only got around 1:30 max)

I returned the Videoh, and am waiting for BB or CC to offer a deal on the Panasonic stand alone (Maybe the E80)...it makes better sense for me at least..plus I get a new DVD player with it too!

[Baldrick]

One topic is enough!
https://www.videohelp.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=172272&highlight=