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On Sun, 3 Aug 2003 21:15:30 +0200, "David Schläpfer"
<dsc@d-s-c(nospam).ch> wrote:

>Hello
>we are looking for support in order to transfer a vhs-archive (PAL) to dvd.

Panasonic dmr dvd recorder will do exactly what your after.
these are standalones and will record in real time.


>Who did such a project?
>What has to be made sure?
>which machines (vhs->dvd-copy-machines) exist, are recommendable?
>Are there accurate double-speed readers (or faster?)

dvd recorders burn in real time which is 1x burning.
To make copies buy a pioneer a06 and then use 4x media in your
computer setup.

>Which DVDs are recommended (scratch-resistant, maybe even light-resistant)
>Is it recommendable to print the label with one of the available
>dvd/cd-Printers?

I do, I buy printable media.
Avoid placing labels on media and direct contact with sunlight.

>are there Long-Term perspectives (chemics of the dvd?)
>have they to be stored at certain temperatures / darkness in order to last
>longer?

I just have them sitting about on a shelf in cases.

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>any support is very appreciated
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>ds
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