Analog Video Capture - Which of the following methods is best?

[nharikrishna]

Hi all,

Purpose: To capture Analog video into Digital Video from sources such as VHS, Satllite STB having RCA and Component out connectors, at highest possible picture & audio quality

Which of the following methods are preferable, and most importantly, what are the differences between each method in terms of picture & audio quality.

a. Using an Analog TV Tuner Card
b. Using HDD Recorder
c. Using DVD Recorder
d. Using DV-IN (pass-through) of a Standard Definition Camcorder
e. Using DV-IN (pass-yhrough) of a High Definition Camcorder
f. Using Video Capture/Editing card in computer

[jagabo]

VHS without TBC: 2 or 3 (recorder with built in TBC)
VHS with TBC and others: 6 (ATI 650/750 capture device)

[nharikrishna]

VHS without TBC: 2 or 3 (recorder with built in TBC)
VHS with TBC and others: 6 (ATI 650/750 capture device)

Thanks. Are these the ratings?

[jagabo]

No, you changed your post so my reply doesn't make sense any more.

Recording a (S)VHS tape from a player without a TBC: B or C (on a recorder with built in TBC)
Recording a (S)VHS tape from a player with a TBC, and all other SD sources: F (ATI 650/750 capture device)
Recording HD component video: Blackmagic Intensity Pro, Hauppauge HD PVR

[nharikrishna]

No, you changed your post so my reply doesn't make sense any more.

Recording a (S)VHS tape from a player without a TBC: B or C (on a recorder with built in TBC)
Recording a (S)VHS tape from a player with a TBC, and all other SD sources: F (ATI 650/750 capture device)
Recording HD component video: Blackmagic Intensity Pro, Hauppauge HD PVR

Thank you.