Hama VHS-C/VHS Cassette Adapter, Black | VHS-C/VHS Video Converter, Motorized Adapter Cassette, 6mm

I would recommend this product. It is a very suitable replacement if you need to play VHS - C tapes. It has decent build quality, with a metal base plate and a good working mechanism. I'm using it with JVC VHS-C tapes and it works a treat. The capstons are held in place by locking Jaws. Whilst this helps to stabilise the capstons during playback and winding in the VCR, I have noticed that on a couple of occasions the tape did not load correctly in the adapter and the Jaws failed to lock correctly. This gives the impression that the left hand spindle is bent ; but actually you just need to unload and reload the tape in the adapter. ( I noticed some other review comments that mention bent spindle...., I think this may have been the problem.). If you hear a clicking sound from the VHS-C tape during loading into the adapter then that might be an indication it hasn't loaded properly. You can help this, by doing the following - as soon as you have shut the lid on the adapter depress the left cog underneath (usually white) in a little to help the loader. If you looking to dig out your old camcorder tapes and watch/ convert them, then this tape adapter is just the job! (just try not to laugh/cry too much when watching your little one's eating a lemon for the first time! ;)

After testing two slightly cheaper Chinese clones and returning them, I opted for this brand having purchased items from them many years earlier of very good quality. I wasn't disappointed - SVHS-C cassettes loaded into the bay with ease and laced up perfectly. Also unlaced correctly and cassette ejected from the adapter bay without difficulty. If you treasure those old fragile tapes then opt for this HAMA unit and save yourself a load of hassle and get perfect results everytime..

I bought this to transfer some old memories from a tape to digital for an aunt who does not have much time. This is a great product and I managed to get the tape transferred to a digital format. I only knocked a star off as the tape has to be rewinded to the beginning first as you cannot play or rewind the tape in this adapter. Lucky someone mentioned it in their review otherwise I would've had to return it as there is no way to contact the seller either and no instructions online or in the box. As a tip, I used an electric screwdriver with the right sized attachment to rewind the tape and get the memories.

Bought this to watch some old VHS camcorder tapes. The signal seems to disappear on some but I dont think that's the adapter issue more my connection and age of tapes

[ASIN:B00005QFCJ Hama VHS-C/VHS Cassette Adapter Automatic] I bought one of these adapters to convert some original VHS-C tapes to DVD. The product arrived on time and well packaged but it just did not work. After trying two different, new batteries the door would still not open and there was no sight or sound of any motor activity. The "ON" switch made no difference at all. I returned the unit to Amazon and to be fair a replacement was sent out within a couple of weeks or so. The new unit was broken on receipt - one of the plastic door hinges had broken off. I "superglued" it back on knowing full well that I would then be unable to return the product but I needed to use it urgently. The motor worked and I was able to insert a VHS-C casette BUT the motor only worked intermittantly. At first it would work only if I squeezed the adapter at the "HAMA" label end (totally unpractical for use) but soon it failed totally. The replacement adapter is now consigned to the waste bid which is quite appropriate as it has been a total waste of money. Hama used to be a trusted name but obviously not any more.

Worked fine for about a dozen uses then arm failed to fully load resulting in adapter having to be dismantled and ruining precious video tape, would not recommend.

After inserting batteries (not included), it worked exactly as it should. Some models won't accept JVC cassettes but this one does. They are a tight fit but slot in nicely with care. As long as you follow the instructions and don't use excessive force, you should be fine. Enabled me to successfully transfer several 30 year old home videos to DVD. Very satisfied with the quality at such a low price.

Very nice

Very helpful and easy to use.

Impeccable, de bonne fabrication, assez lourd, fonctionne très bien pour le moment

werkt perfect.

Motorized door and threading system is easy to use. Unit is sturdy and well constructed. Perfect adapter for your VHV-C tapes.

Works great! I'm putting all of my home videos onto DVD and it has handled almost 100 videos so far beautifully