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If you’re curious about transferring video to DVD, read on. DVD recorders and DVD burners are two easy ways to make DVDs. Each of these methods works through the use of a laser and a blank disk. A DVD recorder is an individual component that looks kind of like a VCR and is capable of recording analog video. DVD recorders usually come equipped with audio and video inputs, a TV tuner so that you can record TV programming, and other inputs and outputs. Most DVD recorders come in some kind of combination, with a VCR or hard drive built in along with the recorder itself.

A DVD burner is a component that you add to your computer for recording video. These components can decode computer data and transfer it to a blank disk. For recording audio or video content, you have to transfer the content to the hard drive of the computer first,which can be done with Firewire, through the USB port, or with a video card. The files are then transferred to the DVD disk.

DVD recorders do not have this kind of computer compatibility. They can’t be hooked up to a computer, and they can’t read data, although it’s possible that certain types of software could facilitate this kind of connection, at least where video files are concerned. They’re only used for the recording of analog video. They can also be used to record content from a digital camcorder.

It isn’t possible to transfer content from videotape and DVD using a DVD recorder, because of anti-copy measures applied to commercial tapes and DVDs. This anti-copy signal prevents the transferal of content by consumers. You can copy personal videotapes, material from camcorders, personal laserdisks and other content that isn’t copy-protected. Most DVD recorders have built-in digital video connections so that you can easily transfer video to DVD. Most DVD recorders also have built-in tuners for recording TV content, and these components can be programmed to record shows automatically.

DVD recorders can easily be hooked up to a satellite or cable box. Look for the RF, AV or S-video connections when adding the recorder. Keep in mind that most DVD recorders don’t read progressive scan, and they’re not compatible with high definition television signals. Viewers with high definition satellite receivers will need to look for the box’s standard RF, AV, or S-video outputs when connecting the DVD recorder.

DVD recorders usually have varying recording times. For instance, you can record in periods of 1, 2, 4, and 6 hours. Recording periods vary from model to model. For a good recording that’s DVD-standard, you should record in 1- or 2-hour periods. A 4-hour period will give you a VHS-quality recording. Record any longer than that, and the results will not be good. Generally speaking, 1-2-hour recording times yield the best results.