Video to DVD transfer

Transferring your VIDEO tapes to DVD makes an ideal gift for
Christmas,
Birthdays,
Anniversaries or
A special occasion.

$25 per tape to DVD disc

$65 per tape to MP4

(USB stick not included)

VIDCAM ™ Toowoomba, can efficiently transfer your video tapes to DVD or MP4,
enabling you to preserve your unique and personal video memories for years to come.

It comes in a hard high quality DVD case to keep your Disc safe
and creates a totally professional finish to your DVD.
VIDCAM only use high quality Verbatim DVD recordable media.
we now can transfer your Video tapes to MP4 format.
This allows you to play the video on a Computer or Smart TV, you can even edit it with the use of a Video editor or put it on YouTube
We cannot copy any Copyright material, ie footage off TV , horse races etc (Please ask for more information if not sure)
Original videos or home footage are all ok to transfer.

Older tapes can be badly damaged from mould or other damage and can show signs of picture break up.
Your video will be copied "as is" i.e the quality of the video and audio recording on the DVD is determined by the quality of the original video supplied,
At this stage we do not do any editing or enhancing as this becomes very time consuming and a costly project,

We can transfer these supported formats

VHS (PAL or NSTC ) S VHS VHS C(PAL or NSTC ) Mini DV 8 mill(PAL or NSTC *) Hi-8 Digital 8
*Transferring PAL to NTSC or NTSC to PAL is $65 per tape.

Why should you put your Videos onto DVD?

Video tapes can degrade over time and also go mouldy if not stored correctly, destroying your unique video memories.
DVDs can be viewed on many devices such as DVD players, home computers, laptops, games consoles etc.
Video tapes can get damaged while in your VCR unit, so having a backup is ideal.
DVDs are small and easy to store.
If your tape has already broken, we can also repair them in most cases and then copy it onto DVD.

VIDEO TAPE Repairs

If your tape has snapped, we can resplice it and then put it on to DVD or a New VHS Tape. To repair a VHS tape is $20 Per splice. 8 Mill and Mini DV tapes are quoted on. Sadly some Mini DV tape are not design to be repaired as the Cassette housing is Sealed and the case has to be broken to access the tape, which is why I will quote you first.
We will always recommend when it is repaired you get it transferred straight away, unfortunally we cannot give a warranty on how well it will work after the repair, at least it will be on DVD or MP4.

So , are you ready to send your tapes to us??

You can take them to the Drop Off Point in Toowoomba	News extra Hooper Centre Shop 18, 187 Hume St, Toowoomba 4350.. GOOGLE LINK
Or post them:	PO Box 1253, TOOWOOMBA 4350 Then just fillout the Order form and then print it and send it with your tapes to VIDCAM , PO Box 1253 , Toowoomba QLD 4350, AUSTRALIA REGISTERED POST with signature ,is recommended. It is best to email me at : the Tracking Number you get, so I can track it via Australia Post,

I will then do the rest. After processing your tapes I will Email, SMS or phone you with costs and how to pay.

Some Cool facts about Video Tapes

Will tapes last longer if they are not used?

Not necessarily. Tapes should be rewound or played at least annually. However, the more often you play a tape, the greater the likelihood that the tape will be damaged. Copies should be made of frequently used tapes so that a backup exists.

How long will videotapes last?

The life of a videotape is difficult to predict. Some tapes deteriorate after three or four years, under humidity conditions deterioration can occur in even lest time, Mould can grow b/t the tape and damages it The life of a tape depends on good storage conditions, the quality of the tape, the frequency of use and the care in use.

How should tapes be stored?

Heat and humidity are the two greatest enemies of videotape. The recommended storage conditions for videotape are 18°C-24°C with a relative humidity of between 35 per cent and 45 per cent i.e. an even temperature with low humidity. Satisfying these conditions in a typical domestic environment is difficult.
Storage places to be avoided include:

Directly on concrete floors (susceptible to spills and water damage and high humidity)
Attics, cellars (high temperatures and high humidity)
Adjacent to bathrooms and laundries, or other areas where steam water is found
Next to the VCR or other Electricial Equipment in an enclosed cabinet due to high temperatures.

You should always keep tapes to their containers when you have finished using them and store them in an upright position.
It is also a good idea to spool tapes at low speed or play from start to finish before storage as this will ensure that the tape is correctly wound inside the cassette.

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