09 Dec, 2024

Transfer Various Media to DVD or Digital Files

Transfer VHS and Camera Tapes to DVD or File

 

SOURCE TAPE/MEDIA

PRICE PER UNIT

 

Full Size VHS Tape or Compact VHS & Betamax

 VHS / S-VHS / BETAMAX

Compact VHS or VHS C

 

 £15.00 

 £12.50

 

 

Camcorder Tapes (most types)

 

 Camcorder Tapes  £12.50 

We transfer Camcorder tapes of most kinds. VHS-C, Video8, Hi8, Digi8, MiniDV (inc HD).

(We may ask you to bring in your camera and all it's leads if it uses a less widely used format)


8mm VIDEO FORMAT

The 8mm video format refers informally to three related video cassette formats for the NTSC and PAL/SECAM television systems. These are:

1) Video8 -  the original format analog recording

2) Hi8 - improved successor analog video and analog audio but with provision for digital audio

3) Digital8  a more recent digital recording format

Their user base consisted mainly of amateur camcorder users, although they also saw important use in the professional television production field.

  • 8mm tapes are about a quarter of the size of VHS tapes, their larger cousins. 8mm cassettes can be confused with audio cassettes, given their similar dimensions. However, 8mm tapes are thicker than audio cassettes.
  • The first 8mm commercially successful camera for this format was released by Sony in 1985.
  • All three of these 8mm tape formats look remarkably similar to one another. The main differences between the formats is the way the video is encoded onto the tape.
  • The maximum run-time for the tape is 120 minutes
  • 8mm tapes generally transfer to digital in high quality. Some older tapes show signs of deterioration during playback.
  • It is still possible to find the equipment needed to record on 8mm tapes. However, the format is rapidly being replaced by digital camcorders and smart phones that record directly into digital files.

 

Cine Film (Standard 8mm) 

8mm Cine Film transfer to DVD and FULL HD or Blu-Ray 100ft   

 Cine Film - Standard 8mm

OR Super 8mm                                                                                   

 From £15.00 - see section below for more details           


DVDs (home burnt not retail)

 DVD Std and Mini Size - Home Burnt Only  

 CD Std Size - Home Burnt Only   

 Floppy Disc 

 Zip Disc

  

  £10.00

                           

  


DESTINATION MEDIA

We can give you your converted video in one of two ways:

 


Transfer To

Our most popular and affordable service. Each tape to its own high quality DVD.The ideal way to enjoy your family memories.  In with the price above, we will also print a title in black onto one DVD  (Add an extra £1.00 to the cost per disc for a colour printed DVD).  If more than one DVD is required per tape, or you would like further copies please see the extra charges in the section below headed 'Extra DVD Copies.'  

To supply extra copies of the same video onto a USB as an MP4 -  we charge an Extra £2.00 per copy (plus the cost of the actual USB)

Please mark each tape with the label you would like us to use and the number of copies required.

Please ask about DVD packages

        

OR

 

Transfer To Digital Files (MP4) (included in price above)

Cost of USB would be extra - see prices below

Output as Digital files -  MP4

 Perfect for sharing, streaming or editing your memories.  Normally we would transfer the video files   onto a USB / Memory Stick, alternatively we can send the files using a file sharer such as WeTransfer, we would need your email address for this option and this would be done in with the cost shown above, but there are limits to the size of files which can be sent using this method (2GB max) so we would suggest this option should only be considered for small videos.

 We are happy for you to supply a USB stick for your videos (it would need to be a large size if there   are hours of video - we would suggest 4GB or more (4GB will hold approx 2 hours of video)

 TechnoVisual can supply a good quality USB for this purpose:

 1GB USB at an extra cost of £5.00 each (no vat)

 2GB USB at an extra cost of £6.00 each (no vat)

 4GB USB at an extra cost of £8.00 each (no vat)

 8GB USB at an extra cost of £10.00 each (no vat)

 16GB USB at an extra cost of £12.50 each (no vat)

 32GB USB at an extra cost of £16.00 each (no vat)

 64GB USB at an extra cost of £20.00 each (no vat)

128GB USB at an extra cost of £24.00 each (no vat)

 

To supply extra copies of the same video onto separate USBs we charge an Extra £2.00 per copy 

TO ALSO produce a DVD from each of your tapes, see the charges below (Extra DVD Copies).

 

USB PACKAGING

TechnoVisual can supply presentation/gift boxes and tags for your USB

 USB White Card Presentation boxes with foam insert are £1.50 each

Card tags with brass eyelet and lanyard for attachment to USB are 50p each (these come as standard if you buy one of our USBs) 


Black Card Box

  (See USB Page for full range of USB Boxes)

 


EXTRA DVD COPIES - great for sharing

If extra DVDs are required per tape then the cost is £3.50 per DVD with black label print (or £4.50 each for full colour printing)

Please mark source tapes/media with the quantity of copies required and the label you would like us to use

 

CARRIAGE - Generally clients bring their VHS/Camcorder tapes to the office - to return one video/camcorder tape and new DVD or USB via Royal Mail 1st class small parcel post the cost is £6.50. (We will quote per job for postage of multiple tapes)

If you prefer a more secure method of delivery with tracking, we can use signed for Royal Mail or a courier.  Cost will be based on weight, please ask for prices.


IMPORTANT NOTES

WE COPY AND TRANSFER THE DATA YOU GIVE US, PLEASE DO NOT EXPECT THAT MEDIA RECORDED MANY YEARS AGO WILL LOOK LIKE VIDEO OR SOUND RECORDED BY HIGH DEFINITION CAMERAS AND EQUIPMENT TODAY - THE DIFFERENCE CAN BE CONSIDERABLE. WE DO NOT DIGITALLY REMASTER, RESTORE OR EDIT THE FOOTAGE IN ANY WAY, FOR THE PRICES QUOTED ABOVE.  SHOULD YOU REQUIRE ANY REMASTERING OR EDITING PLEASE CALL TO DISCUSS YOUR REQUIREMENTS.

IF THE MEDIA HAS BEEN DAMAGED IN SOME WAY THIS MAY NOT ALWAYS BE APPARENT, PLEASE REMEMBER THAT WE HAVE NO IDEA HOW THE VIDEO SHOULD LOOK OR SOUND. WE WILL TRY AND IDENTIFY THESE ISSUES, BUT THIS MAY NOT ALWAYS BE POSSIBLE!

PLEASE ALWAYS LEAVE A CONTACT NUMBER AND WE WILL ALWAYS CONTACT YOU IF WE DO IDENTIFY ANY ISSUES BEFORE TRANSFERING YOUR VIDEO.

*TechnoVisual will supply the transfer services above in house, but there are certain tape tapes which we can not deal with because we don't have the correct facilities in-house.  We will always let you know if this is the case, if you still have a working camera we may still be able to complete the transfer.

**All the above options are magnetic media, which could have been around for a very long time.  Unfortunately this media is liable to degrade if it is not stored well, particularly if it comes in contact with moisture or has been stored near hi-fi speakers.  If it is possible to take copies from your media we will, but we cannot be held responsible if any damage has occurred and the video does not play quite as expected, e.g. colour changes or glitches in sound or video. If the damage is obvious or the tape is blank, we will return the tape at no charge.  If part of the tape is obviously damaged, we may call and speak to you first before going ahead with the transfer.

***Even if there is only a small amount of video on your tape, we will still charge the prices above per tape.  It often takes extra time to locate small lengths of video and then to edit the file to take out the blank areas.

****DISCOUNTS FOR QUANTITIES: Should you bring in many VHS or Camera tapes all in one go, we will offer a discount:  Generally here are the discount offered for larger quantities:

10+   minus 50p each 

15+   minus £1.00 each

20+   minus £1.50 each

25+   minus £2.00 each

30     minus £2.50 each (30 is maximum we can receive in one lot)

*****By accepting our terms you are stating that you own or have permission to copy the material provided, and indemnify TechnoVisual against any action including copyright infringement.

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 WE NO LONGER CHARGE VAT!

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CUSTOMER REVIEWS

Jenny – June 2020

I just wanted to thank you both so much for all your assistance with our family DVDs.  I can see them all neatly labelled on both computer or TV screen now and have had a brief viewing of some of them.  This is exactly what I wanted to do! I am most grateful to you both for your swift responses and your expertise in getting me such a happy outcome! The rest of the family are now looking forward to a trip down Memory Lane!
With best wishes, Jenny

Anthony – June 2020

Huge thanks. You have done it brilliantly.
I have transferred the payment, you were very kind to do it for that price, given that it proved more complex than you had expected and you were able to complete it today. Am v happy!
Have a good weekend.
Best wishes, Anthony

Mr Jones – December 2020

My Father in Law cried when he saw the film of his wedding , it hasn’t been played for 50 years and the quality was excellent!

Alison – December 2020

Parcel and files gratefully received. I anticipate making my 90 year old Mum cry this Christmas. 
I hope you all have a lovely Christmas in whatever format it may be in

Many thanks Alison

CINE FILM CONVERSION

cine film

TechnoVisual can now offer conversion from 8mm cine film reels to DVD or file.  We use high quality scanners for this process.

For conversion to a DVDUse the conversion prices below, the first DVD is free of charge.  See our DVD prices above for Extra DVD Copies.

For conversion to a file, Use the conversion prices below.  We can supply a USB stick if required, please see our USB prices above.

TechnoVisual do not clean or restore Cine Film in with the costs for conversion, we only offer a simple brush clean in with the scanning process.  Unfortunately, we often see the build up of dirt and grease on the playback of many Cine Films and it can spoil the viewing experience.

Cleaning Cine film is a specialist, labourious process and should be carried out by a professional film restorer.  If this is a service you are interested in, we charge an hourly rate @ £40.00 no vat.

CINE FILM CONVERSION PRICES

For Super 8 and Standard 8mm cine film (measures 8mm across the width)

Guide to types of cine film

TechnoVisual can converts both the Super-8 (Single-8) film and Standard 8mm,

We will put your cine through enhancement software to try and get the most out of your film. 

 

Reel Size Unit Price

3 inch / 50ft Reels

Approx 3 inch Diameter, 3 minutes running time. Approx. size of a jam jar lid.

£15.00

4 inch / 100ft Reels

Approx 4 inch Diameter, 6 minutes running time

                                    £25.00

5 inch / 200ft Reels

Approx 5 inch Diameter, 12 minutes running time. Approx. size of a CD.

£35.00

7 inch / 400ft Reels

Approx 7 inch diameter, 25 minutes running time. Approx size of a small dinner plate.

£45.00

 

Please call for further details: 01280 815161

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