Dac-200 Converter VS. Using Video Cam Corder

I am considering purchasing the DAC-200 for connecting my DVD player up to my MAC for copying clips to use in my Imovie program. Does anyone have any suggestions or comments on the best approach?
Specifically, is this approach better than using the camcorder convertor?
Are there any problems I should be aware of before starting this? (I don't believe in "reinventing the wheel")
Thanks so much.
Sincerely,
Skip

Hi
Don't really know what DAC-200 is so I guessed.
Yes there is a copy-protection signal on most commersial DVD AND VHS.
Canopus ADVC-300 sence this and destruct the video signal so it will not work.
Regarding Cameras You have to try.
Violating the Copyright is illegal in many countries. Info on how to do it
is also forbidden in many countries.
You will most probably not get any usable info on that in this forum.
Yours Bengt W

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