"Doug Semler" wrote

I question the recommendation to "get" a digital camcorder for $400
(those with line-in recording functions) when a $100 video capture card
(with hardware encoder *and* editing software) would be better tools for
the job...

I think the "get a camcorder" comment was made along the lines of "pick one
up out of the cabinet, or borrow one", not as in "go buy one."

Besides, he is not interested in going to any expense to digitize the tape,
and has only offered it if it does not cost him anything, or take too much
effort; am I right, Jim? ;-)
--
Jim in NC