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Out the Order Form
Our order form to convert to AVI or MOV is available on the
right as a PDF. Simply print out and fill in the form, which
starts with simple contact info.
If you are confused by
anything on the order form, just write out your
instructions in a way that makes sense to you. If we have questions,
we'll ask.
If you are sending copyrighted material to be transferred from
video to digital, you MUST include a completed and signed Timeless
DVD Copyright Waiver with your order.
Click
here for the Copyright Waiver Form.
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 Convert
to AVI or MOV? (file format preference)
The first parameter under the contact info area on the
form is the question of whether you wish your files to
be AVI or MOV when we transfer video to computer.
Both types of files are DV files. A DV (digital
video) file is a fixed data-rate, frame-accurate file type
that is the standard used by most video editing programs. AVI
and MOV are simply versions of DV files that work, respectively,
with the Windows or Macintosh operating systems.
AVI is the DV file format preferred by Microsoft's Windows.
It is a DV file wrapped in an AVI container
apparatus. Choose AVI (PC) if you will be
editing your video on a Windows computer.
MOV (or Quicktime) is the DV file format preferred by Apple
and Mac computers. The extension on the file is ".mov," and
like AVI, it is simply a DV file wrapped in a Quicktime container
structure. Choose MOV (Mac) if you will be
editing your video files on a Mac computer. Remember, a video
convert to MOV is the same as AVI – both are DV files.
So remember, whether we are converting VHS to computer or any
other video tape, this question applies only to the type of computer
you are using. More information regarding video definitions can
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Video Transfer
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 Storage
Preference: Data DVDs or External Hard Drive
The second parameter is the
storage preference: data DVDs or external hard drive. Your
choice determines the video conversion price.
The first option is for us to provide your video files on data
DVDs. If you choose this option, the cost for your transfer
is $1 per video minute. Each data DVD will contain a video file
that is about 18 minutes in length (due to the 4.7 GB size limit
on a DVD). This option is the higher one because after we transfer
your videos, they need to be divided into 18-minute segments
and then authored to disc. If you choose this option, you will
need to copy the files from each DVD to your computer.
The second option is for us to provide your files on an external
hard drive.
If you choose this option, the cost for your video to HDD transfer
is 50 cents per video minute. In general, we transfer each
tape to a single video file for this option, so for a 2-hour
tape, the result would be a video file that is approximately
26 GB. (You are welcome to indicate a file limit you prefer,
however.) If you choose this option, you can copy the file(s)
to your computer or edit the videos directly from the hard
drive (if it is capable).
These options are all available whether you want to convert to
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 Totals:
Indicating minutes of video
The first lines under the TOTALS section of the order
form offers two choices: the $1 rate for data DVDs and the
50 cent rate for external hard drive.
For either option, you must first fill in the total number
of minutes on your video tape. If you are able to watch your
video yourself, you can figure this out on your own by running
the tape from beginning to end and noting the total time recorded
on the tape. Write down the total minutes you find. (Remember,
it's "90 minutes" not 1:30.)
However, if you cannot figure this out, or otherwise feel
unable calculating your total minutes, you are welcome to leave
this space on the form blank. After we receive your tapes,
we will assess their exact running times and calculate the
exact minutes of video in your project. As long as you have
indicated whether you want data DVDs or an external hard drive,
we will be able to calculate your total cost and then provide
you with an accurate invoice.
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 Video
to HDD - External hard drive options
If you are choosing the external hard drive option for
your video to digital project, there are four
options available for your files.
First, Timeless DVD offers two external hard drives that we
can purchase for your project. Our 320 GB model works well
if our project contains about 22 hours of video or less (which
works to transfer 11 two-hour VHS to computer).
The 500 GB model is suitable for projects of
about 33
hours of video (17 two-hour VHS to computer). Both
drives have USB and Firewire connections. If choosing
this option, simply enter the cost of the drive on your
form per the given pricing.
Alternately, you may also provide us with the make and model
of a drive that you wish to use for your project. We will
purchase it on your behalf. Please note the make and model
of the drive you want on the back of the form. Refrain
from filling in the total, however, as we will also attempt
to track down the best price on the drive for you. If selecting
this option, we will send you an invoice following project
submission. (This line can also be used for projects with more
than 34 hours of video that need larger drives.)
Finally, you may also simply enclose a hard drive that you
wish to use for your video files, along with your video tapes
and order form. This option is completely free! Please ensure
that your drive has a large enough data capacity for your project.
(When in doubt, send a larger drive.) Also, we strongly suggest
that you only send blank drives that do not contain any other
files. Timeless DVD is not liable for any damage to pre-existing
files on your drive while it is in our possession. See our
FAQ page for detailed
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 SUBTOTAL
section
Add up the cost of your video minutes and any hard drive cost,
and enter the SUBTOTAL. (Leave blank if minutes of video are
unknown.)
Add this subtotal to any rush fees, credits (coupons), 6%
PA state tax for PA residents, and the $10.00 shipping cost.
If additional shipping is required, we will let you know after
we receive your project. Then write the grand total.
Please include full payment with your order. Payment information
must be submitted before production can begin. We accept
personal checks, major credit cards, and PayPal. Make checks
payable to "Timeless DVD." (Checks are not cashed and
cards are not charged until project is finished.) Rush orders
MUST be paid via credit card or PayPal.
If choosing PayPal, write in the e-mail address that PayPal
has on file for your account. We will e-mail a PayPal request
to you for the total amount. You must complete your payment through
PayPal before we can begin work on your DVD.
If you do not have totals for your project because you do not
know the exact minutes of video you are submitting, you do not
have to provide payment information until we send the invoice to
you. |
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Transfer your video to HDD and get editing! |
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