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Movie Film to DVD Questions?
What Kind of DVD Media do you use?
We use High Quality Taiyo Yuden Hardcoat Premium DVD Archival Media.
What kind of movie film do you transfer?
We can transfer Regular 8mm, Super 8mm, or 16mm Sound and Silent Films.
My film reels are not full or I have larger reels then 7". How do I place my order?
Do
your best to estimate the film footage by using the chart on the item
page. Then you can simply order by film footage as opposed to each
reel. If there is any over or underpayment, we will make any necessary
corrections when we complete your order.
My film looks like it is in bad shape. Can you still transfer it?
Yes.
We have yet to take in an order that we have been unable to transfer.
Our cleaning, lubricating, and splicing process is provided at no
additional cost and will prepare your film for the best possible
transfer. Your new DVD will look better than the original film.
How much film will fit on a single DVD?
Regular 8mm, Super 8mm = 1500 feet. 16mm = 3000 ft.
How should I arrange my movie film?
It
is usually best to arrange them by date. Put them in a numbered order
and we will transfer them in that order. You can have a title for each
chapter we create. Please limit chapter titles to 16 characters.
Can I add background music?
Yes.
You can have us put instrumental background music on your movie film
transfer at no additional cost. Please choose from the list on the
order page. You can also choose to have no background music at all.
Are your DVD'S Copy Protected?
No.
Our DVD's contain no copy protection. You will have no problem making
copies with your own dvd burner. They are your to copy as you choose.
Can this DVD be imported into a computer for editing?
Yes,
but we do not offer technical support for this. Our DVD'S are
finalized DVD'S which are intended for use in dvd players, not for
editing. It is possible, however, for you to import the DVD into your
computer and edit with the appropriate software. You would have to
purchase the appropriate software. It is not something that generally
comes pre-installed on your computer. For an additional fee, you can
order uncompressed AVI computer files of your movie film. Send us an
external hard drive that is big enough to store all your movie film and
is formatted NTFS (No FAT 32 Hard Drives). To give you an idea of how
big the hard drive needs to be, 400 ft is about 6 GB's. If you have
any questions, please give us a call or send an email. AVI files which
will work with almost any video
editing program.
Can I have a title put on the DVD Menu?
Yes.
You have the option of putting a Main Menu Title and Chapter Titles for
each individual reel. Please limit your titles to 16 characters.
Can I drop off your order at your location?
Yes.
You can print an order form to bring in with your order, or just bring
in your stuff. We are located in downtown Olympia at: Digital Imaging
Northwest, 314 N. Capitol Way, Olympia, WA 98501.
Do you send any of your work out or overseas?
No.
All work is completed in our imaging lab. You precious memories will
be handled with absolute care and will be packed well when shipped back
to you.
Will you return all my originals?
Yes. All your original images, tapes or film will be returned along with your new DVD'S or CD's. |
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