Frequently Asked Questions.

How long do media conversions take?

All conversions take place in real time – so if you have a 3 hour tape, it will take 3 hours to convert. Once the tape has converted I then need to transfer the file to your USB/hard drive, this can generally be done within an hour.

If you need your tape transferred urgently, give me a call to discuss. I can accommodate tight deadlines.

What if my tape is damaged / too old to convert?

You will only be charged for tapes that are successfully converted. 

What if my tape is TV recordings that I don’t want?

I will not transfer tv recordings unless specifically requested. You will not be charged for unwanted tv recordings.

What type of tapes do you transfer?

I transfer VHS, VHS-C, S-VHS (Super VHS), Mini-DV, Video8, Hi8, Super 8 film and DVD’s.

Where are you located?

I am based in Selby, in the Dandenong Ranges, VIC 3159. I also offer postal or courier services should you live further afield and would like to post your tapes.

Based in Selby, I service areas in and around the Dandenong Ranges. Neighbouring areas include; Belgrave, Belgrave South, Menzies Creek. Emerald, Kallista, Monbulk, Sassafras, Olinda, Upwey, Tecoma, Lysterfield, Ferntree Gully, Narre Warren East, Narre Warren, Ferny Creek, Berwick, Boronia and surrounds.

What resolution do you convert to?

All tapes (incl. Mini DV, VHS and Video8) are converted to SD (Standard Definition).
All Super8 Film reels are scanned to HD (High Definition).

What size USB do I need to put my tapes onto?

1 hour of footage equals 1GB of converted video file. So if you have a 3 hour tape, you will need a 3GB USB or Hard Drive. If you have 3 x 3 hour tapes, then you will need a 9GB USB or Hard Drive.