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Forum: Capture, Record, Transfer 03-19-2024, 08:43 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 344
Posted By thestarswitcher
This is an interesting take; if it's showing the...

This is an interesting take; if it's showing the bending at the top, that means that's down to error on the line level- VCR's internal TBC needs to be on.
How does it behave when the signal itself...
Forum: Capture, Record, Transfer 03-19-2024, 08:24 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 344
Posted By thestarswitcher
How do you know unless there's testing involved?...

How do you know unless there's testing involved? The VHS-standard TBC units from 20 years ago are failing at a rapid rate; it wouldn't be smart to reach that conclusion unless it's been proven in a...
Forum: Capture, Record, Transfer 03-19-2024, 06:52 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 344
Posted By thestarswitcher
That I'm not sure, but I reckon the firmware will...

That I'm not sure, but I reckon the firmware will be updated in due time. The TBC capabilities look promising and could only really evolve from here.



Bingo


Yup! Do most HDMI cards...
Forum: Capture, Record, Transfer 03-19-2024, 06:09 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 344
Posted By thestarswitcher
I bought a TI4K myself to experiment with VHS...

I bought a TI4K myself to experiment with VHS capture features too. It's absolutely with doing a test with an array of units and players, happy to contribute in any way I can.

My goal right now is...
Forum: Video Hardware Repair 02-13-2024, 06:45 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 804
Posted By thestarswitcher
Latreche34, would you consider the TBS800 on par...

Latreche34, would you consider the TBS800 on par with the BE75? Have you tried out a comparison and stress tests between the two?
Forum: Capture, Record, Transfer 10-28-2023, 11:43 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,752
Posted By thestarswitcher
I have a 5x, I remember testing VHS capture on it...

I have a 5x, I remember testing VHS capture on it some time ago- I don't recall it being too good.
THAT BEING SAID, I don't have a suitable HDMI capture card to give it an authentic test with this...
Forum: Capture, Record, Transfer 06-17-2023, 01:52 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 329
Posted By thestarswitcher
If only it were that easy, the content is not...

If only it were that easy, the content is not available on DVD, nor VHS. Money isn't a concern as long as we have a way to test and prove a solution.

I have an ES15, but I'd need to import a PAL...
Forum: Capture, Record, Transfer 06-16-2023, 12:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 329
Posted By thestarswitcher
3/4" Tape Flagging

I have a unique inquiry.

I'm dealing with a PAL UMatic tape, which was stored in a humid attic for 35 years. Upon receiving it, it was moldy to hell. I took the tape to a well respected video...
Forum: Capture, Record, Transfer 05-01-2023, 10:13 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,054
Posted By thestarswitcher
I don't have a sample on me at the moment, but I...

I don't have a sample on me at the moment, but I do have experience with Amarec inserting frames without making any indication in doing so. I can't recall if the software was the variable, or the TBC...
Forum: Marketplace 03-27-2023, 08:02 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 425
Posted By thestarswitcher
Wanted: Brighteye 75

Title says all, not willing to pay retail considering what these fetch on secondhand market.

Will pay $250-$500 ish.

Thanks!
Forum: Capture, Record, Transfer 01-26-2023, 11:50 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 692
Posted By thestarswitcher
I've dealt with a switcher in the past (SE-500),...

I've dealt with a switcher in the past (SE-500), and attempted to use it as a TBC. It couldn't handle sudden bursts of light; I've attached an example here.
Forum: Project Planning, Workflows 12-31-2022, 05:15 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 739
Posted By thestarswitcher
You know what's intriguing though.. I had this...

You know what's intriguing though.. I had this same exact problem with my SR-V10U. I think I unplugged one of the ribbons going into the head and cleaned it with alcohol. I've gotten the problem at...
Forum: Restore, Filter, Improve Quality 12-18-2022, 06:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 355
Posted By thestarswitcher
Repairing green fringing on broadcast tape?

Hey! I'm working with a PAL Broadcast tape, ProRes. I'm seeing some green artifacts on the edges of details.

Is there an Avisynth script to fix this type of distortion? I'm not even sure what it's...
Forum: Capture, Record, Transfer 12-03-2022, 08:29 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 339
Posted By thestarswitcher
BrightEye 75 proven examples?

Hello!

I am very intrigued by the BrightEye 75, not only for its TBC function but how it acts as a capture card as well. My only worry however is that there isn't enough resources available to...
Forum: Video Hardware Repair 10-22-2022, 12:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 558
Posted By thestarswitcher
Peeled the sticker off, it's a Winbond...

Peeled the sticker off, it's a Winbond W78E52BP-24 (009WC293735302RB)



The 4 chips next to the Winbond are Averlogic USA AL422V3B / MB4536 / 9901. The Conexant next to it is Bt864AKRF. Which...
Forum: Video Hardware Repair 10-21-2022, 03:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 558
Posted By thestarswitcher
I attached some pictures in this thread. One is...

I attached some pictures in this thread. One is the whole board, one is the reverse side, and another is the closeup of the chips I want to tackle. The big square one looks somewhat similar to yours,...
Forum: Video Hardware Repair 10-21-2022, 02:26 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 558
Posted By thestarswitcher
Hey Zinkatres! Question for you, how did you...

Hey Zinkatres!

Question for you, how did you pull and reseat the chips? Do you have pictures?
I want to try this with my TBC, because it looks like I might have a similar issue.
...
Forum: Capture, Record, Transfer 09-13-2022, 01:56 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 794
Posted By thestarswitcher
Ah, you too? See my ongoing thread here...

Ah, you too? See my ongoing thread here (https://www.digitalfaq.com/forum/vcr-repair/12868-datavideo-tbc-1000-a.html), your "green distortion" looks very similar to mine. I took some lemon juice and...
Forum: Video Hardware Repair 09-12-2022, 02:20 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,224
Posted By thestarswitcher
Update: Look at the picture attached in this...

Update:
Look at the picture attached in this post- when I press down on that capacitor, I get strands of blue on the JVC screen. Pressing it with a pencil eraser, it doesn't do that. My theory is...
Forum: Video Hardware Repair 09-06-2022, 05:59 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,224
Posted By thestarswitcher
That would be great if you can! My units...

That would be great if you can!


My units have been PAL S-VHS, NTSC S-VHS, NTSC DVD, and PAL Hi8. At times, when I think I've got it working, I'll see a subtle error and then gradually get worse....
Forum: Video Hardware Repair 09-04-2022, 09:08 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,224
Posted By thestarswitcher
Meant the distribution amp, my bad. Damn!...

Meant the distribution amp, my bad.


Damn! Does that mean my unit is officially deadweight? What would be the other TBC-1000 equivalents that Datavideo (used to) offer? I know there's a few X000...
Forum: Video Hardware Repair 09-04-2022, 06:59 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,224
Posted By thestarswitcher
Hey, just a two month update into this. So...

Hey, just a two month update into this.
So after having all the capacitors replaced and the proc-amp disabled by modification, these problems are still persistent. I'm able to confirm it has nothing...
Forum: Capture, Record, Transfer 07-11-2022, 07:39 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,045
Posted By thestarswitcher
Yea, give it a go and see how that turns out

Yea, give it a go and see how that turns out
Forum: Capture, Record, Transfer 07-11-2022, 06:42 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,045
Posted By thestarswitcher
By having both of them disabled, you're putting...

By having both of them disabled, you're putting dependence on the capture card to maintain sync, so when there's errors, the capture card's default go-to is to screw up the sync.

Which in turn,...
Forum: Capture, Record, Transfer 07-11-2022, 06:18 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,045
Posted By thestarswitcher
Timing looks good, just make sure to tick the two...

Timing looks good, just make sure to tick the two "Drop frames/Insert frames" at the top. That way if things get congested, it will at least tell you on the ticker on the side.

If anything,...
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