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Small black rectangular USB 2.0 video capture adapter with RCA and S-Video ports

Mediasonic VC149B USB 2.0 Video Capture Adapter

SKU CH-T8A9-C0TYB

Digitises VHS, VCR, Hi8, DVD and other analogue sources to a Windows PC via USB 2.0

  • Adapter typeHDMI
  • First connector1x USB 2.0 female
  • Second connector1x USB 2.0 female
  • Connector typeMale
  • Units per package1
  • DetailsUsb, Virtual Reality Headset
  • Digitise analogue tapes on Windows 7, 8 and 10
  • USB 2.0 plug-and-play capture with no sound card needed
  • Adjust brightness, contrast, hue and saturation while recording
  • Save footage as MPEG 4, MPEG 2, MPEG 1, JPG or BMP
  • Includes USB extension cable, driver CD and user manual

USB 2.0 Video Capture Adapter

The Mediasonic VC149B connects analog video sources such as VCRs, camcorders, or DVD players to a Windows PC via USB 2.0. It digitises composite or S-Video signals in NTSC, PAL, SECAM, and PAL/60 formats for archiving or editing. The package includes the adapter, a USB extension cable, driver CD, and manual. It is intended for users converting legacy tapes to digital files.

Thermals Noise Power

The device draws power directly from the USB 2.0 port and has no fan or heatsink, so it runs silently and adds negligible heat inside a computer case. Normal operation produces no audible noise and requires no external power supply. Power consumption stays within standard USB 2.0 limits during capture sessions.

NTSC PAL SECAM PAL/60 Support

This adapter handles NTSC, PAL, SECAM, and PAL/60 video standards, which determines whether your specific tapes or regional equipment can be captured correctly. If your source uses a different standard, the VC149B will not digitise it properly. Check the label on your VCR or camcorder before purchase.

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Price $20.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMediasonic
Product lineVC149B
Model nameVC149B
Part numberVC149B
Adapter typeHDMI
Ports & slots
First connector1x USB 2.0 female
Second connector1x USB 2.0 female
Connector typeMale
Size & build
Product dimensions14.33 in W × 12.83 in H × 9.06 in D
In the box
Units per package1

Questions about this item

How do I install the VC149B and which step is often missed?

Connect the adapter to a USB 2.0 port, plug the RCA or S-Video cables into your source, then install the driver from the CD-ROM or download OBS Studio before starting capture.

What parts will need replacement after extended use?

The USB extension cable and the RCA or S-Video cables can wear out; the adapter itself has no user-serviceable components.

What limit appears first during long capture sessions?

The USB 2.0 bandwidth caps sustained throughput, so very long recordings may drop frames if the PC cannot keep up.

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