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Hey all,
While trying to wade through endless discussions about video/audio editing here I was not able to find something strictly relating to creating straight quality back-up DVD's from Laserdisc.
It is obvious that the forum has some very accomplished video editors so I'd like to learn what I might expect to accomplish with the equipment I have. My budget isn't huge but, if needed, I would be capable of light additions to what I have to get better transfers.
So, with that said, this is the hardware I have on hand to utilize.....
1. Pioneer DVL-90 (Made In Japan) Laserdisc/DVD Player
2. Panasonic DMR CA18 DVD Recorder
3. Sony STR DG510 AV Receiver
...and if needed.....
4. Panasonic AG-1980 SVHS Desktop Editor Pro-Line Machine w/ TBC (In case my un-opened 1997 Silver SE VHS Box Set needed to be utilized)
I would prefer to end up with back-ups that need Dual Layer DVD's to make the most out of audio/video options for quality.
Questions I'd like to find straight & simple layman answers to are.....
1. What is the best way to hook these up to maintain audio/video quality?
2. Should I consider a separate TBC of some kind to go between the LD and it's next connection?
3. Should I consider a different DVD Recorder if I want a "lossless" audio/video quality?
4. Concerning software for the DVD authoring/editing process, what should I consider using to connect the actual video portions while editing out the side-flips and such?
5. Lastly, are there those here with open slots in their schedules with no projects in line that might consider offering their assistance to do these for me if I cannot afford any possible higher end equipment to complete such a project?
(Of course, if someone did offer an assist they would obviously be entitled to copies of their work for future use in edits and such. I would also supply the media for burning & postage paid both ways....in addition to my life long gratitude for such assistance.)
At this point, what I would like to transfer is....
Star Wars 1997 SE Trilogy: Japan Silver Box Source (I also have the repackaged 2000 set, Japan Source and the U.S. Black Box SE)
Star Wars 1999 Phantom Menace: Japan LD
Star Wars 1995 Faces Trilogy: U.S. Source
I have other Laserdiscs that I'd like to see get a transfer for home use but these would probably be the ones I'd like to start with.
My sincerest apologies now if I missed a thread dedicated to this and my gratitude to those who feel compelled to actually read this and respond.
:)
Shawn