VCR to TV can I use remaining sockets to capture TV image with capture card?

[greatscot]

Old school question. I'm playing VHS tape through a VCR onto Digihome tv using Scart socket,). I have an EasyCap capture device. Can I send the image from the TV Screen out using remaining sockets. What cables/adaptors and configuration can I use. I can capture straight from VCR to PC but the image is poor. I'm out of my depth hear, drowing and need assistance. This is day 2. Arggggh

 

[Joe Fernand]

The image is not going to improve routing it via a TV!

VCR is low resolution/quality so don't expect miracles!

A decent capture device/software/configuration will produce something acceptable for library purposes - just don't expect DVD quality images.

Joe

 

[greatscot]

Thanks Joe, I had a feeling that was the case but its really helpful to have it confirmed by someone who knows. I've tried the sandisk Vmate but found the remote a nightmare. The Easycap is very simple and I've got it running but as I said the image is poor. Can you point me to a thread with a recommended configuration?
Greatscot

 

[Joe Fernand]

In the past I've used a Canopus ADVC-100 between my Camcorder and S-VHS deck and my MacBook Pro to capture and then Edit - I cant remember what edit software I used, I tried a few and some where horrible to try and learn your way through.

Try the Camcorder and Video Edit Forum for more input on how best to capture your tapes -
Camcorders & Video Editing | AVForums

How many tapes do you have? - if you only have a few it may be better to have them professionally digitised?

Joe