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Originally Posted by dabhdude
I purchased a JVC HM-DH30000U off of Ebay
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Almost all DVHS VCRs on eBay are it horrible condition, including all the "tested" and "works" auctions. I've yet to come across one that was worthwhile.
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I have cleaned the drum and heads with 91% Isopropyl alcohol and a Q-tip.
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That was a really, really bad move.
You likely made things worse. Cotton swabs damage VCR heads. You're supposed to use chamois, foam, or a DSLR sensor swab.
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I've also tried using the I-link connector to plug the VCR into my computer via Firewire. CapDVHS recognizes it, but gives me a 0KB mpg file when I attempt a capture.
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The Firewire connectivity of DVHS VCRs never really worked well, going back 10+ years to the popularity of the tech.
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And the final thing: This VCR didn't come with a remote. I'd like to know how to use a universal remote with this unit, if possible
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Not possible. I've never seen any universal that can correctly clone all the needed functions of a JVC branded remote. You need the OEM remote, and unfortunately the DVHS remotes are not easy to come by.
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a picture I would call somewhat acceptable.
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That's not a reassuring description.
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I am also able to get my computer to recognize the VCR when connected via Firewire (using TSReaderLite or CapDVHS)
Bad news: I cannot actually get a signal out through said Firewire connection. It's more than likely a setting I have to adjust in the menus.
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NJRoadfan has written about this topic, as have a few others, in years past. But, going from memory, it was the "not reliable" or "doesn't work" sorts of posts. Almost all owners just treat the DVHS decks like SVHS decks, and it has a few unique features: mild tearing correction and stabilize+TBC. It's really not a DV converter box. If you want low quality DV, then get a Canopus. But a simple USB device is cheaper and better, and easy to mess with (Firewire not fun in 2010s).
