Power it on by plugging it into an electrical outlet, if necessary.
Turn on the computer.
It should recognize the unit.
If the capture gear came with software, now is a good time to install it.
Connect the capture gadget’s RCA cables into the source gadget (such as a VCR).
If the source unit hasS-Videooutput, use that instead of composite (RCA) video output.
S-Video delivers a higher picture quality than composite video.
Connect the capture machine to the computer using the USB cable.
fire up the capture software.
It should walk you through the process of beginning a recording.
This allows for smooth playback while capturing the video.
Video capture happens in real-time, so an hour-long video takes an hour to capture.
The video you capture is only as good as the source from which it came.
If the tapes are worn, the captured footage reflects that.
Store old tapes in a cool, dry place.
