| Frequently
Asked Questions (FAQs)
I'm not sure what
type of media format I have?
Please use our Video
Media Guide or give us a call.
What is the
difference between a Conversion and a Duplication?
A Conversion is when we change a format such as
NTSC to PAL. Usually this means you need to view a
tape sent from overseas, or need to send a tape to a foreign
country
How long does it
take you to copy a video tape?
Most orders
will be copied and shipped the same or next day.
I don’t know what the
format is that the country I’m sending the video to
uses? How can I tell?
Don’t worry,
just select the country you are sending it to and it
will automatically tell you if it needs to be
converted or not.
Are plastic sleeves and
labels included?
Yes, labels and
plastic sleeves are included. If you require anything special such as a hardcover case or a full colour label, please use our
custom quote.
What brand and quality
of tape do you use?
We use only
BASF premium grade back coated videotapes.
Can you make copies
from a tape that was recorded at the slow speed?
Yes,
however the faster the speed, the better the quality.
Will you make any
changes to my videotape before converting?
Unless
otherwise noted in writing, all master tapes are run
as is.
I'm not sure what
length program I have?
The length of a tape is usually stamped on the
side of the tape. Tape length is in minutes - such as
"180" - would mean a 3 hour tape ( 60
minutes x 3hours = 180minutes ). If you have a tape, for example, a 120 minute tape (2
hours) and only have about 60 minutes of video on it
(but you're not too sure) it is better to use the length stamped on the tape. |