Step 1: Get the video onto the computer. If it’s an old analog Video8, you’ll need an analog-to-digital video capture device. If it’s Digital8, you can probably transfer straight from the camcorder to the computer.
Step 2: Get from the initial digital video format, probably AVI or similar, onto DVD. I assume you want a DVD that you pop into your DVD player and play on the TV? This will require a transcoding software package. A DVD is actually pretty complex, nothing near as simple as burning audio CDs, etc. The good news is that there are plenty of packages out there now that make it pretty easy.
Throughout the process, pay attention to the settings, because it makes a huge difference in what you will eventually see on your TV screen when you play the final DVD. You don’t want to end up with a DVD that you look at it and say, “Wow, why does it look so much WORSE than the original?”
What model is your camcorder?
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I'll have to check when I get home later today. Sure appreciate the guidance.