PowerVCR II is a special program for Windows that allows you to turn your personal computer into a TV and digital video recording center. With the help of this tool, you can capture television shows, convert VHS cassettes to digital format, encode DV camcorder as files with MPEG extension and even create DVD titles.

Compatibility

It is necessary to note that the software is no longer supported by the developers. This means, it may not work on your computer or run with recurring error messages.

Functions

The application was designed for untreated video capture. For example, you have the ability to record TV broadcasts from your tuner or just play files stored locally on your hard drive. The graphical user interface is composed of windows where images are displayed, a floating toolbar and a navigation bar. When you capture videos, they are immediately encoded in MPEG-2 format with a 720 by 480 resolution.

Preview and share

In addition, the utility features a built-in browser intended to give you access to the Internet if you want to share your videos. Here it is also possible to check for available TV programs via your tuner. If you want to connect to the satellite via the digital TV card, you may use software like DVB Dream.

Features

free to download and use;
compatible with modern Windows versions;
gives you the ability to capture television programs;
it is possible to convert VHS tapes to digital format;
you can encode DV camcorder recordings.