VHS-C to Digital Cassette Adapter

The VHS-C to VHS Videocassette Adapter is available for checkout. 

How to Use the VHS-C to VHS Videocassette Adapter

1. The VHS-C tape (pictured below) is a compact version of the VHS tape. The VHS-C tape was often used in consumer-grade camcorders in the 1980s.
2. There are two options for digitizing a VHS-C tape. In this blog post we go with the easier option—using the VHS-C adapter.
   Note: The other option is using your original VHS-C camcorder.
3. Use the instructions below to load the VHS-C adapter.
   

   Cassette Adapter (VHS PlayPak)

   • Use this to play back a VHS-C video cassette recorded with this camcorder. It is fully compatible with any VHS video cassette recorder. The C-P7U adapter is battery powered and automatically performs tape loading and unloading.

   Insert battery:

   1. Slide the battery cover up to remove it, and install one “AA(R6)” size battery as shown in the illustration. Then reattach the cover.

   Insert cassette in adapter:

   1. Slide the latch to open the adapter compartment door, then insert the cassette and close the compartment door.

   Play back on connected VCR:

   1. Load the cassette adapter into the VCR and play the tape back as you would any other.

   Remove cassette from adapter:

   1. Slide the latch and the compartment door opens automatically. Then insert your finger in the hole on the underside of the adapter as shown in the illustration, push up and remove the cassette.

   Notes:

   • During tape loading and unloading, do not touch the reels for safety and tape protection.
   • During special-effect playback (slow motion, still frame, etc.), the picture may vibrate or noise bars may appear on the screen.
   • To record on a VCR using a compact cassette and the adapter, cover the adapter’s recording safety hole with adhesive tape.

You're all done!