Canopus 77010138100 ADVC-55 A/d Converter External

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Product Details

• Item Weight: 1.4 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B0006ZSQL4
• Item model number: 77010138100
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: December 9, 2004

Product Description

Product Description

ADVC55 is ideal for capturing analog video into FireWire-equipped notebook and desktop editing computers. There are no drivers to install and ADVC55 does not require a power supply when used with a 6-pin DV cable. Broad video equipment and software compatibility ensures ADVC55 provides a long product life and a high return on investment.ADVC55's intelligent usability allows for easy setup and connection in any video environment. Automatic input signal detection and convenient front / back connectors ensure easy setup and operation. At the heart of ADVC55 is Canopus' proprietary DV codec chip providing the industry's best picture quality preservation during analog-to-DV conversion.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very pleased with the performance, April 10, 2006

By	norris14 (Westfield, IN) - See all my reviews

I originally purchased ADSTech DVD Xpress to transfer some old VHS tapes to DVD. Well, it was a piece of [...] that never worked. I decided to suck it up and purchase this substantially more expensive converter.

I'm glad I did. It has worked flawlessly, and the output looks great. I have had no problems whatsoever, and have already transferred 10 2-hour videos. Some outside reviews have complained about this converter not including a separate power supply, even though it does have that capacity. Instead, it gets its power from the firewire connection. I have experienced no issues resulting from this.

All in all, a great little piece of equipment!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Capture Device, September 7, 2009

By	Bruce Alvord - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This device is a very good non-professional capture device. It seems a bit pricey but it is definately worth it. There are several reasons to like it. It is compatable with whatever operating system you have. This is because it does not require you to use their software and drivers. None are included, but don't worry. All operating systems have some kind of capture software bundled with them. I use cyberlink Power Director. Another reason to like it is you do not need a external power device. THIS ONLY APPLIES IF YOU HAVE A 6 PIN FIREWIRE (1394) PORT ON YOUR COMPUTER. If you have a 4 pin firewire port, you will need a 4 pin to 6 pin cable. If you have no port firewire port whatsoever, you cannot use this device. Also, it is a high quality device. The quality hardware is the reason this device is so expensive. Don't waste any money with cheaper devices. If you do, you will end up throwing the cheap one away. The cheap ones rarely work right. Three cheers for Canopus!!!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars High Marks fro the ADVC-55 A/D Converter, January 26, 2009

By	M. Woody (Cincinnati, OH) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

The ADVC55 was easy to use and did exactly what I expected it to. I was able to transfer VHS tapes to a Digital format on my Mac. I was surprised how much memory was required for the analog to digital transfer process, though that was alleviated with the purchase of a new external storage drive.