[95498] in Discussion of MIT-community interests
Never worry about-losing your precious-keepsakes again.
daemon@ATHENA.MIT.EDU (iMemories)
Fri Feb 10 12:31:33 2017
Date: Fri, 10 Feb 2017 10:35:27 -0700
From: iMemories <iMemories@yourdigitalmomentinfo.com>
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<td id="One">iMemories - <span style="font-style: italic">So You Never-Lose Your <br>
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<td id="Next"><p>Hello mit-talk-mtg@charon.mit.edu,</p>
<p>We all have those old home-videos and photos that are so precious to us, but the truth is that this old-medium gets worn out and faded over time, especially with use. Don't risk losing your treasured-keepsakes to tape wear or fading, let iMemories convert them to a digital-medium so you can enjoy them again and-again, without risking their safety.</p>
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<span style="font-weight: bold"><a href="http://newdigital.yourdigitalmomentinfo.com">Go Here to Convert Your-Keepsakes to DVD Now</a></span></p></td>
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<p>Memories have a lifespan—err at least when it comes to talking about those captured on the dying medium known as Video Home System, aka VHS. The cassette and tape design was never intended to last a lifetime, only as long as the fragile magnetic tape and outer plastic casing could hold up. However, if your VCR somehow managed to spare your precious home videos or NFL Superbowl recaps this far, chances are there is still enough time to salvage the audio and video before the inevitable degradation of time takes its irreparable toll. Converting well-worn videos will never be flawless — the slightest hiccup can interrupt the transfer signal — but it can be done on a modest budget with a few basic tools. Here’s our guide on how to convert VHS to DVD using a combo player; or to DVD, Blu Ray or Digital File using an analog-to-digital adapter, two separate boxes, or a conversion service so you can save that 20-year-old footage of you faceplanting on your first bicycle. If not for you, do it for posterity’s sake. How to convert VHS to DVD using a VHS-DVD combo recorder There are plenty of great VHS-DVD combo recorders on the market that allow users to internally dub VHS tapes to DVD and vice versa. They all essentially work in the same, straightforward manner — requiring simple setup and a little bit of patience — but they can be more costly than the other conversion methods on our list given their starting price point. They may be borderline obsolete in today’s digital world, lacking the commonplace bundled editing software and high-definition outputs, but they still remain one of the best go-to options for even the least tech-savvy of people. Step 1: Purchase a VHS-DVD combo player if you don’t own one already. A nice player will run you between $100 and $200, but be weary about picking up a dirt-cheap alternative as you are entrusting your precious memories to a piece of hardware that can ultimately “eat” your tape. We recommend the higher-priced Toshiba VDR620 ($190) or Magnavox ZV427MG9 ($240) for solid all-in-one combos, but you can also check out Craigslist, eBay or your local thrift store if you’re really looking for something more moderately priced. Just check to ensure it’s equipped with the right conversion functionality. Step 2: Choose a VHS tape. Obviously you’re going to need to select the VHS tape you would like to convert before proceeding. Choose a video and fast forward or rewind to the beginning of the selection you wish to record to DVD. Preferably choose videos that lack noise and severe video degradation whenever possible to ensure the highest quality recordings. Step 3: Clean the VHS tape and test the VCR. Although not necessary, it’s a good idea to clean your video cassette tape and test your tape deck to ensure it’s not going to ruin your VHS. How effective the different cleaning methods are remains a point of contention, but consider opening the cassette encasing and carefully removing any visible dust or dirt using a soft cloth or cotton swab. You might also consider cleaning your VCR’s heads either by using a VHS head cleaner or doing it manually. Step 4: Insert the VHS tape and a blank DVD. Make sure the blank disc you insert is compatible with your DVD recorder. Some players can only read particular formats, such as DVD+R or DVD+RW, so it’s best to check your combo player’s specifications before attempting to convert the tape. Step 5: Convert. Now it’s time to convert your VHS to DVD. The process will varying depending your machine, so check the included instruction manual or navigate to the manufacturer’s website for more information on how to initiate the dubbing process. Typically, there will be a “record” button of sorts for directly converting the tape onto the blank disc. Converting VHS to DVD using a combo player is all good and fun, but it’s not the most convenient method given the significant rise in digital technology in the past decade. An easier option — not to mention a cheaper one — is to purchase an analog-to-digital video converter and connect it directly to your desktop or laptop. You’ll need a decent amount of space to store the newly digitized file, an hour of video can utilize more than 750MB storage, but you can always encode the files in formats like MPEG4 for memory-saving compression purposes or load them on to an external hard drive. Step 1: Purchase a VHS player and analog-to-digital adapter if you don’t own both already. VHS players may have been the bees knees of home entertainment once, but you can still typically pick one up on Craigslist or at your local thrift store for practically nothing. Picking up the adapter, the most crucial component of the process, is what typically sets people back. Fortunately, there are a handful of great analog-to-digital adapters available that will allow you to link your VHS player to your computer with little hassle and at a price point everyone can afford. Below are a few of our favorites.</p>
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