Video to DVD FAQ
Is it best to convert my video tapes to MPEG 2 files or DVDs?
We highly recommend converting to MPEG 2 files because it won't be long before DVDs become obsolete. None of the new computers have DVD drives now, and duplicated DVDs are unreliable. This is the reason we no longer convert to DVD.
What is the audio & video quality of the transfers?
The quality of the recordings is really based on your original material. If your original is a VHS or 8mm tape, then you will get VHS or 8mm quality. If your original is from a HI-8 or Mini DV, you will get high resolution video & digital quality sound.
Do I get a discount if I have several tapes that I want transferred to DVD or MPEG File?
Yes for 1 to 5 video tapes the cost is $40 each , 5 to 9 video tapes $30 and for 10 or more video tapes the cost reduces to $25 for each tape.
What size USB or portable hard drive would I need?
When sending us your tapes include a USB or a hard drive to save the files to, as a rough guide you would need the following sizes:
1 to 2 three hour tapes send a 16 gig USB
1 to 4 three hour tapes sender 32 gig USB
For 5 or more tapes send a portable hard drive. As a guide each hour of video is about's 2.8 GBs.
If you do not have any of the above we can supply a 16 GB for $10, a 32 GB for $20 or a 1 TB portable hard drive for $98 which includes copying your files to the appropriate drive.
If I don't pick them up how much will the courier charge be to return my videos.
Auckland pack and courier charge is $10 rest of New Zealand $20. We use tracked New Zealand Couriers or tracked Courier Post.
Can I view the MPEG file on my PC or smart TV?
Yes you can play the files directly from the USB or hard drive on either your computer or a smart TV. For safety's sake you should definitely back up your files just in case anything goes wrong with the USB or the portable hard drive.
Can I edit the MPEG 2 files on my computer?
Yes, MPEG 2 files are digital so if you have the appropriate software you can edit the files.
How long does it take to get to get the job done?
If the conversion is for a business and is urgently required we can usually do them the same day, otherwise they are usually done within a few days, although 10 or more may take a week or two.
What format can my video tape be?
We can transfer most common tape formats such as VHS tapes, Mini DV tapes, HI-8, Digital 8 tapes. etc.
Can you convert NTSC tapes?
Yes we can convert both PAL and NTSC video tapes.
Can you make transfers from a tape recorded at the slow speed?
Yes, however the faster the speed your tape was recorded at, the better the quality.
Adam Design, 33 Vinistra Road, Kumeu, Auckland 0810. Phone Auckland 412 2314
We highly recommend converting to MPEG 2 files because it won't be long before DVDs become obsolete. None of the new computers have DVD drives now, and duplicated DVDs are unreliable. This is the reason we no longer convert to DVD.
What is the audio & video quality of the transfers?
The quality of the recordings is really based on your original material. If your original is a VHS or 8mm tape, then you will get VHS or 8mm quality. If your original is from a HI-8 or Mini DV, you will get high resolution video & digital quality sound.
Do I get a discount if I have several tapes that I want transferred to DVD or MPEG File?
Yes for 1 to 5 video tapes the cost is $40 each , 5 to 9 video tapes $30 and for 10 or more video tapes the cost reduces to $25 for each tape.
What size USB or portable hard drive would I need?
When sending us your tapes include a USB or a hard drive to save the files to, as a rough guide you would need the following sizes:
1 to 2 three hour tapes send a 16 gig USB
1 to 4 three hour tapes sender 32 gig USB
For 5 or more tapes send a portable hard drive. As a guide each hour of video is about's 2.8 GBs.
If you do not have any of the above we can supply a 16 GB for $10, a 32 GB for $20 or a 1 TB portable hard drive for $98 which includes copying your files to the appropriate drive.
If I don't pick them up how much will the courier charge be to return my videos.
Auckland pack and courier charge is $10 rest of New Zealand $20. We use tracked New Zealand Couriers or tracked Courier Post.
Can I view the MPEG file on my PC or smart TV?
Yes you can play the files directly from the USB or hard drive on either your computer or a smart TV. For safety's sake you should definitely back up your files just in case anything goes wrong with the USB or the portable hard drive.
Can I edit the MPEG 2 files on my computer?
Yes, MPEG 2 files are digital so if you have the appropriate software you can edit the files.
How long does it take to get to get the job done?
If the conversion is for a business and is urgently required we can usually do them the same day, otherwise they are usually done within a few days, although 10 or more may take a week or two.
What format can my video tape be?
We can transfer most common tape formats such as VHS tapes, Mini DV tapes, HI-8, Digital 8 tapes. etc.
Can you convert NTSC tapes?
Yes we can convert both PAL and NTSC video tapes.
Can you make transfers from a tape recorded at the slow speed?
Yes, however the faster the speed your tape was recorded at, the better the quality.
Adam Design, 33 Vinistra Road, Kumeu, Auckland 0810. Phone Auckland 412 2314