NTSC, PAL - MPN: 77010072100 See Product Details
Description
Convert VHS, S-VHS, Hi8 and 8mm analog tapes to DV in one simple step using ADVC100. ADVC100 connects with all analog and DV video equipment and is compatible with editing systems for Windows and Mac OS.
Quick Glance
Form Factor: External Device
Video Standard: NTSC, PAL
Slot/Port Type: FireWire
A/V Connectors: 1 x FireWire, 1 x FireWire, 1 x mini-DIN Video In, 1 x RCA Video In, 1 x mini-DIN Video Out, 1 x RCA Video Out, 1 x RCA, 1 x Mini-phone, 1 x RCA
Compatible OS: PC, Mac
Summary
Product Title: Canopus ADVC100 Advance Digital Video Converter
Manufacturer: Canopus
Power Score: 4.7 | 7 Reviews
Device Type and Features
Video Standard Supported: NTSC, PAL
Video Quality
Audio Video Connectors: 1 x FireWire, 1 x FireWire, 1 x mini-DIN Video In, 1 x RCA Video In, 1 x mini-DIN Video Out, 1 x RCA Video Out, 1 x RCA, 1 x Mini-phone, 1 x RCA
Video Capture Format: S-Video, DV, Composite Video
Compatibility
Form Factor: External Device
Slot/Port Type: FireWire
Operating System: PC, Mac
Dimensions
Dimensions: 1.07" Height x 5.75" Width x 4.72" Depth
Warranty
Warranty Information: 3 Year Limited
More Info
URL: Manufacturer Link
General
Class: Video Peripherals
Category: Video Capture Devices
Strengths: Superb quality video and sound synchronization
Weakness: Moderately expensive. No bundled software.
I preveiously owned a Dazzle Hollywood Bridge for converting analog to digital video. It worked reasonably well until it died. I then discovered Pinnacle bought out Dazzle and does not support the Hollywood Bridge. I now have an anchor for my toy boat. The Canopus ADVC-100, while slightly more expensive than the Hollywood Bridge, is a very high quality piece of equipment. I do not expect Canopus...
Strengths: The advc100 can capture your video with zero dropped frames.
Weakness: The price is a factor.
I have used other video capture cards to convert old hi8 and vhs videos to dvd. The ati card I have used in the past dropped frames badly. The advc100 has not dropped a single frame. The picture is as clear as the tape you convert.
Strengths: Compact, easy to use, provides excellent quality capture.
Weakness: None noted. Unit does get warm.
I have only used this to capture analog so far. It does the job excellently and maintanes excellent quality. I use a 1 foot high quality S-Video cable along with RCA cables for sound. The unit measures 4.5 x 6 x 1 inch; very compact. Highly recommended.
Strengths: Easy to use, no complicated hookups. Compact and solidly built.
Weakness: No composite cables included (a minor complaint).
I haven't tried other video converters, so I cannot make a comparison. However, reading the many positive reviews and opinions on afterdawn.com convinced me to buy it. It is about the size of a thick slice of bread, and can sit atop a dvd or vcr and hardly be noticed. Using it is a breeze. There are two bonus uses of this unit, one of which you can read about on afterdawn.com that makes...
Strengths: "Plug and Play"
Weakness: None encountered as of yet. The unit is a little pricey (paid $255 @ ecost.com), but in this case you get what you pay for (a quality Video analog-digital video converter)
I have read many good things about the Canopus ADVC-100 from various DV discussion boards. I was primarily looking for a unit that would allow me to preview video on an external NTSC video monitor while editing in my NLE editing package (Vegas). I had been using my DV video camera to do the Firewire=> analog video conversion, but wanted to give my camera a rest (I was not happy about having the...
I would like to let you know that my business with Henry T Kirk c/o 4 Video Equipment has been very good, they have been very helpful to me and gave me a very fast refund. I would definetly recommend this company.
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Canopus ADVC100 Advance Digital Video Converter
Strengths: Easy to use and easy to set up.
Weakness: Doesn't seem to lose copy guard on DVD movies.
For a unit of it's cost and size, the ADVC100 is great! I was set up and ready to digitize within 10 minutes. The heavy duty firewire cable that was included in the package was a big surprise and came in handy. I am not too happy that the unit doesn't get rid of the copy guard on DVDs which is a problem for me because some of my work needs me to utilize previously recorded material for...
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