Capturing VHS with my new JVC 9911U

[briandugas]

I had to settle on the JVC HRS9911U cause I couln't find the other preferred models in stock anywhere. I just got my new VCR, and I want to make sure I have evyerhing set right in the VCR to get the best capture. I am using a S-Video cable. All I really did was push the TBC button on the front of the VCR. This turns off the video stabilizer. Are there any other internal settings that are key for me to change? or is everything pretty much a trial and error type thing? Thanks.
-Brian

[Capmaster]

Brian,
Having a TBC will give you better odds of getting good caps off VHS. Using a standalone and a VCR is probably the easiest way to get good transfers.

[BrainStorm69]

I had to settle on the JVC HRS9911U cause I couln't find the other preferred models in stock anywhere. I just got my new VCR, and I want to make sure I have evyerhing set right in the VCR to get the best capture. I am using a S-Video cable. All I really did was push the TBC button on the front of the VCR. This turns off the video stabilizer. Are there any other internal settings that are key for me to change? or is everything pretty much a trial and error type thing? Thanks.
-Brian

Check at lordsmurf's site under the topic of "VCR and TBC Suggestions." He explains the important settings.

[briandugas]

Gosh, I just want to say "Duhhh" to myself. I started this hobby recently by reading a lot of good info over at Lordsmurf.com. How could I forget about his site?