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18Nov

Avoid Video Deterioration by Transferring from Beta Tape to DVD or Digital

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Beta Tape

If you were a beta tape enthusiast, then you know that at the time beta tape was released, it was probably the tape that gave you the best picture. Even though most people opted for VHS, that doesn’t mean that VHS was, in any way superior. In fact, most people would tell you that beta tape was definitely the better product. It was just that VHS was cheaper; that was why it took over the market. Continue reading

11Nov

Scanning Your Historical Letters to Preserve Family Memories

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Historical Letters

Historical letters and documents are like a special time capsule all on their own. The letters your great-grandfather wrote home to his new bride during the war tell a story of love and hope for the future amidst the chaos. The handwriting of your grandmother as she scribbled a favorite recipe evokes memories of baking with her during the holidays. The dates and information included in letters or on forms can help genealogists in their family research, and can even help local historians with community history. Continue reading

1Nov

Improve Picture Quality and Longevity with 8mm Film Transfers

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8mm Film Transfers

8mm film was produced during the Great Depression and released in 1932. So you can imagine what an old film format it is. 8mm film became popular at the time because it was cheaper than 16mm film. In fact, the film used is the same, but in each 16×16 mm square, you can get four 8×8 mm squares. So you had to buy a lot less film, and you could still get a whole picture. Once one side of the reel was played, the film just had to be turned around in order to play the other side. Continue reading