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 Print
Out the Order Form
Our order form to convert to AVI, MOV, or MP4 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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 Storage
Preference: Data DVDs or External Hard Drive
The first parameter we need is your
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 can contain an AVI or MOV
video file that is about 18 minutes in length (or a good quantity
of MP4s). 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. We recommend
this option if you are submitting 1–4 video tapes or short
video files, or if your file format preference is MP4.
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 tapes
to video files that are a maximum of a half-hour in length,
so that the files do not become too large for computers to
handle (all breaks are made at natural scene breaks). 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).
We strongly recommend this option is you are submitting 5 or
more video tapes or lengthy video files.
These options are all available whether you want to convert
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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 two options available
for your files.
Check I am enclosing a hard drive to use for this project if
you have a drive that you wish us to use for your video files.
The drive may be sent in 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 tips how to send your own drive.
Alternately, check Purchase a drive for my project if
you wish for us to purchase a new drive for your files. If you
like, you may provide us with the make and model of a drive
that you wish for us to purchase; just note the make and model
of the drive you want on the back of the form. Otherwise, we
will work with you when working up your estimate to purchase
a suitable drive. Please refrain from filling in the total if
selecting this option, and we will send you an invoice following
project submission.
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 Convert
to AVI, MOV, or MP4? (file format preference)
The final parameter we need to know if your file format preference
for when we transfer video to computer. Files can
be provided as AVI, MOV, or MP4.
AVI and MOV are both DV files, and are the best choice
if you want to edit the video on your computer. 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.
Choose AVI if you plan to edit your video
on a Windows computer. AVI is the DV file format preferred by Windows.
Choose MOV if you plan to edit your video files
on a Mac computer. MOV (a.k.a. Quicktime) is the DV file format
preferred by Apple and Mac computers. (Remember, a video
convert to MOV is the same as AVI – both are DV files.)
Choose MP4 if you are primarily interested
in uploading your video to the internet or a digital device. MP4
(also called H.264) is a heavily compressed file format that
is ideal for uploading to video websites, such as YouTube or
Vimeo, or for viewing on an iPad or iPhone. MP4 can be edited,
but it is not as compatible an editing format as AVI or MOV.
Also, it is not ideal for editing due to the heavy compression
inherent to the format.
Whether we are converting VHS to computer or any
other video tape, your answer to this question depends primarily
on the type of computer you are using and your plans for your
video files. More information regarding video definitions can
be found on our Video
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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 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 rewinding
your tape to the beginning, resetting the counter, fast-forwarding
the tape from beginning to end, and noting the total time recorded
on the tape when it gets to the end. Write down the total minutes
you find. (Remember, it's "90
minutes" not
1:30.)
However, if you cannot figure this out because you do not have
a working VCR or camcorder, 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.
Similarly, leave the "Hard Drive Cost" line item blank. This line
item exists so we can easily add a hard drive to your project
if we are purchasing one for you. And of course, if you send in
a drive with your project, there is no charge, so the line also
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 SUBTOTAL
section
Add up the cost of your video minutes,
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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