Frequently Asked Questions

We know that navigating video vocabulary and formats can be complicated at times. That's why we have provided the answers to some of the most common questions we get right here.

How do I figure out what kind of tapes or film I have?

We get this question a lot. With the plethora of film and video formats, it can be confusing. That's why we created our tape identity chart. Compare your tapes to the pictures and you'll know what you have in no time.

Can you edit DVDs?

It is possible to edit DVDs and we do offer this service. There is a slight loss in quality due to compression artificats that are created in the process, and sometimes menus cannot be recreated exactly as they appear on the original DVD, however we have successfully edited numerous DVDs for clients over the years. If you don't have the original footage used to create the DVD, editing it is the next best thing.

Will my DVD playback on my computer?

While all DVDs may look the same, don't be deceived. There are two major formats for recordable DVDs, the DVD-R format and the DVD+R format. While most consumer DVD players and computers can play both, some players can only play one of these formats. We use the DVD-R format for all recordable DVDs we create, which has a 96.74% playback compatibility rating compared to DVD+R formatted discs that only have an 87.32% playback compatibility rating.

Still have a question? Call or e-mail us and we'll give you a hand.