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#176216
Topic
Song Of The South - many projects, much info & discussion thread (Released)
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/176216/action/topic#176216
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JAPANESE LASERDISCS

http://www.songofthesouth.net/memorabilia/collectibles/images/media/laserjap.jpg

Title: Song of the South (Nanbu No Uta)

Released In: Japan

Release Dates: March 21, 1985; September 25, 1990

Original Price: ¥7800? (1985); ¥5800 (1990)

Description: Rare Japanese laserdisc release of Song of the South by Pioneer. Laserdisc has two separate audio tracks: English and Japanese. There are Japanese subtitles only on the title screen and during the songs.

Variations: 1990 Reissue cover shown above. Original 1985 cover has a blue stripe across the top with the Walt Disney Home Video logo centered, along with the "Laserdisc" logo on the right-hand side.

Details: 1985 Release: Pioneer SF078-0033. Analog sound / 1990 Release: Pioneer PILF-1096. Digital sound. CLV

HONG KONG LASERDISC

http://www.songofthesouth.net/memorabilia/collectibles/images/media/laserhk.jpg

Title: Song of the South

Released In: Hong Kong

Release Date: circa 1990

Description: Rare Hong Kong laserdisc release of Song of the South. Apparently these were available only to the rental market. The laserdisc has two tracks, Cantonese and English with no on screen subtitles.

UK VHS

http://www.songofthesouth.net/memorabilia/collectibles/images/media/sospal2.jpg

Title: Song of the South

Released in: Great Britain

Media Format: PAL VHS

Release Date: September 16, 1991. Withdrawn December 18, 2001.

Description: Song of the South released in Great Britain.

Variations: Please note that many subtle variations of this cover exist. For the purpose of this page, only the general cover design is being noted. The most recent release was in a blue clamshell case with a Mickey Mouse logo on it. Contrary to popular belief, this was not a "special edition" release.

Comments: This title is available for purchase, but quantities are very limited

Related Items: Originally released in Great Britain on VHS in c.1983.



SongoftheSouth.net is the first web page I found after buying the UK PAL to NTSC conversion in 1999. The first DVD version I got had no menus but a nice transfer (had 4x speed up), the second version was the same UK trasfer with very basic ULEAD DVD 1 menus (same speed up) - then enter version 3 with menus extras and radio spots MUCH better menus and proper playback speed but Japanese Subtiles for the songs. Now, the site was selling the DVD's and VHS tapes for a while but they removed them in 2000 or so (I think) but you could still get one via email - not sure about now as they post ebay links now in their store.

BUT MAN I would LOVE to have a copy from the HK LD!!

INFO ripped from SongOfTheSouth.net
Post
#175985
Topic
Song Of The South - many projects, much info & discussion thread (Released)
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/175985/action/topic#175985
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Originally posted by: TR47
All of the versions on DVD were either taken from the Japanese LD, which has subtitles during the songs or the Hong Kong LD


TR$7, Not all of them

In 1999 I bought one from eBay for $25 shipped with keepcase (and a damn sticker label on cheap media & with about 300+CRC errors!! so no copy ) but it's for sure 100% subtitle free as it was copied from a brand new PAL VHS tape (along with the 4x speed up ) this was the one that was all over eBay until the seller was kicked and the newer (then, old now) version from the LD with the extras (radio spots and trailers) took over as it does have better quality but the Japanese subtitles during the songs (this was is a Karaoke feature - I bet!)

I would LOVE to get a new UK PAL VHS tape as I do have a JVC HR-J82MS NTSC/MSECAM/NTSC 3.58 & 4.43 playback on PAL TV's but I've never had problems capturing PAL - BUT sadly, my capture card died during my last transfer (man and I have the complete ewoks cartoons on 4 PAL tapes ) -

Can I get on the PIF chain guys??

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#175774
Topic
How do you print DVD covers the right size?
Link
https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/175774/action/topic#175774
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ALSO a tip on printing DVD/CD's on the Epson Printers...


1. Start Epsion CD Print

2. Now, that the program is open, select the FILE button and select the "Inner/Outer Diameter Settings" option

3. Now, click "Custom CD" and you can adjust the print setting for the correct size for YOUR media

4. One of the members on Videohelp.com made a list and downloadable templates (PSD files) for most of the discs just go HERE for them.

BTW - Memorex DVD's are 21mm x 118mm (not on the list )

Hope this helps!!
Post
#175772
Topic
Star Wars DVD Covers
Link
https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/175772/action/topic#175772
Time
DARN NEWBIE!!!!!!!! USE Google darnit!!

JK





1. Start Epsion CD Print

2. Now, that the program is open, select the FILE button and select the "Inner/Outer Diameter Settings" option

3. Now, click "Custom CD" and you can adjust the print setting for the correct size for YOUR media

4. One of the members on Videohelp.com made a list and downloadable templates (PSD files) for most of the discs just go HERE for them.

BTW - Memorex DVD's are 21mm x 118mm (not on the list )

Hope this helps!!
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#175624
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Info: Where do you draw the line?
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/175624/action/topic#175624
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The line for me is drawn on bootlegging retail releases - things you can go and buy on the open market (not the secondary/used market) and I assure you that there are no releases being uploaded or traded here on this forum that has a retail release.

As everyone is stating this is an all new transfer (source unknown) and it was only broadcasted on HDTV, some of the members do not have HDTV monitors or if they do they do not have the premium channels, therefore NOT everyone was able to watch it, and these DVD’s are all preservation projects that are meant for private home viewing and I would say that 95% of the titles being worked on, uploaded, traded here (again these are not for public exhibition or sale) CANNOT BE BOUGHT LEGALLY at your local Wal-Mart. And yes, I do have the retail Director's Cut DVD, LD and VHS & I even had the PAL UK DVD (the colors are better on the PAL disc IMHO - I think I loaned this out but didn't get it back) this HD broadcast is being preserved (by me anyway) for the sake of what it is a HD Broadcasted version that’s never been seen before and most likely will not be seen again OUTSIDE HDTV broadcasting. Sure we’ll get a Blu-Ray or an HD-DVD version but it won’t have the HDnet logo nor will it evoke fond memories of the day that a question of honest interest turned a few cool people into complete jerks (so the DVD now has sentimental and preservation value – again for me) – I even have The Broadcast Version of Blade Runner (the one where the opening crawl is voiced over!) and I’ve never found that on VHS, DVD or Laserdisc. It’s an oddity (as are most of these titles) that I would only have as a vague memory as my copy was stolen about 4 years ago by someone that offered to transfer it to DVD for me (funny thing is about 1 month later they started to appear on eBay as part of a 4 disc set – shipped from the same zip code, hmmmm - fucker) but I found a copy via another DVD creator (thanks again Mitch!) – SO you see the HD broadcast version has its place being preserved.

Just think, if the ORIGINAL STAR WARS TRILOGY was NOT being preserved by us the fans – and sadly yes bootleggers and eJackers (sadly; they do have there place) the original movies would be lost forever (you have heard that it no longer exists right? – George’s own words more or less) and all the VHS tapes and laserdiscs are now starting to literally ROT themselves OUT of existence. Why? Well it would seem that the movies I grew up on and love dearly were not what the director meant to film nor were they the stories he intended to tell. But yet it was shown in theaters, released for rental, eventually sold on VHS, Beta and Laserdisc, THE re-released countless times but I digress…

The point is; WHAT if this version of Blade Runner finds itself in the same situation AGAIN (don’t forget the studios forced the theatrical – but I do like that one more anyway) and with some of the many legal issues that have surrounded the Blade Runner movies it’s possible that the studio (WB) could be forced to only release the Theatrical Version. Not likely but it is possible and in the event that something of that nature does happen I have this version in my collection.

And as far as the whole PIRACY issues goes...

ARRRGHHHH me matey!
Post
#174917
Topic
***The Official ANGRYSVN UNAUTHORIZED COLLECTION*** Release Thread
Link
https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/174917/action/topic#174917
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Originally posted by: klokwerk
As far as I know there is a fan-made DVD floating around that incorporates as many scenes as possible. Does anyone know if this is worth getting since that seems to be what the Collector's Edition is (which I already own the special edition retail DVD of).



It's the HipHats Composite version he took all known footage and made the longest version, I think all the details are in the Close Encounters thread
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#174850
Topic
How do you print DVD covers the right size?
Link
https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/174850/action/topic#174850
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Originally posted by: MeBeJedi
Rik's the man. He got me all hooked up on the 300. I love that puppy.

(That being said, I need to find out how to keep the reservoir pad from getting full, so that the printer doesn't "shut down" prematurely.


MBJ try this,

This mod can be done in about 15 minutes and should cost about $0-$6

What you’ll need

1. Latex gloves (or similar)!!!!

2. A small Tupperware or similar plastic container with a FLAT bottom and removable lid. I used a 1 cup/235ml container. But just about anything with a lid will work, but be sure that whatever you use is NO taller then 2 ¼ inches

3. A pair of hemostats or a wooden skewer (like the ones for shish kabobs ) even a wire hanger properly cut and bent can be used.

http://home.comcast.net/~tk420/Rez_and_hemostat.jpg

The Steps

Step One – Put on your gloves, then turn the printer around so the back faces you (You can leave the printer powered on for this otherwise you’ll waste ink on the power-up!)

Step Two – Remove the small panel (replace the screw and store the panel away – don’t toss it thought) and locate the hose by looking straight into the back and toward the left of the printer. (if you have a small flashlight it can be handy now but not needed)

http://home.comcast.net/~tk420/Hose_Location.jpg

Step Three – Now, have some napkins handy before you start this part as it can get messy - follow the hose to where in meets the sponge (on the right side) and carefully and slowly extract the hose up using the hemostat (grab the napkins before you pull the hose out!!), it may feel tight so don’t force it just ease the hose out. Before you really pull the hose is out clamp the hemostats so the ink doesn’t spray all over the place - if you used a skewer or a wire hanger you can use a small screw (yes, a screw) or large nail to plug the hose. (only temporarily)

Step Four – Now that your familiar with the size of the hose you can make TWO a small holes (smaller then the hose) in your containers lid (one is for venting), I used a pair of scissors to twist out the hole to fit the hose (or you can grab a drill and drill out two holes with a 3/16 bit ) – but you do want to keep it snug so that it won’t flop out in the event you need to turn the printer around again.

Step Five – Insert the hose into the lid, lock lid down, return the printer to it’s location and you’re ALMOST done.

http://home.comcast.net/~tk420/Final_Mod.jpg

Step Six – Download this software SSC Service Utility (bottom of the page) and follow these instructions…
1.) Install SSC
2.) Run the program
3.) It’ll pop up on your desktop (use the pull down to select your Epson) now click the close tap on the popup window which will minimize SCC to your system tray.
4.) Right Click the SCC icon in the systray, now here you select PROTECTION COUNTER now select RESET PROTECTION COUNTER an pop up windo will now appear and ask you HAVE YOU REPLACED THE WASTE INK PAD? – Select yes, then you’ll get a final popup that says WATE COUNTER RESETTED click okay - close SCC and your DONE!!!!!

Now, your Epson won’t tell you it’s reached the end of it’s service life

So go mod your Epson MBJ!

Diggity!
Post
#174701
Topic
Blade Runner HDTV (Released)
Link
https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/174701/action/topic#174701
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DigitalFreakNYC, thanks for the great release (even after all the grief I got for just asking the source), this disc does put ANY and I mean ANY of the current retail discs to shame.

Hey gang - I have the super awesome DigitalFreakNYC Blade Runner on DVD now and have added it to my trade list, I will try to burn it with the eDroj method (dude thanks SO much for that link!!!!) to improve playback compatablity on all players - but I've not yet tried to burn with this method but I do not think that I can add the DVD-Rom folder (sorry gang and DFNYC) but in the event that I cannot I'll include the DVD-Rom on the second disc with a note explaing why it's on disc two

Again, GREAT GREAT release DF!!!!
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#174352
Topic
Blade Runner HDTV (Released)
Link
https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/174352/action/topic#174352
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Originally posted by: digitalfreaknyc
Originally posted by: ShiftyEyes
How's the quality on the "On the Edge of Blade Runner" doucmentary? I already downloaded Rikter/Citizen's version. Is this one worth replacing it?


To be honest, I dont' know the source of mine. It's very possible that it's Rikters. I'm not sure. I got it from someone here a while back and it's 16x9.


It's not mine and don't claim it to be, and I'm 100% sure it's Citizen's transfer.

I have release a version of Citizen's Anamorphic transfer to match my other Blade Runner releases as his had no menus or chapter stops - I also give him full credit for the transfer in the NFO and on the DVD


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#174337
Topic
How do you print DVD covers the right size?
Link
https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/174337/action/topic#174337
Time
Marvolo and All

First, figure out what DVD keepcase you’ll be using.

Most folks opt for the Meritline.com or Supermediastore.com 100 for $25-30 cases, If you do use these I suggest using the 3240x2188 print size (the template MBJ provided should be this size if it’s my template) I tried all the other sizes of templates out there but I’ve found that this size works best in these particular cases (cheap Chinese ones) but to print this size you will have to use Legal Size (8.5 x 14) paper so the edges won’t get clipped - I know that some printers can print to the edge but you may lose a few mm from either side, so go with the legal size.

This is a great paper for DVD covers using the LEGAL size paper is the Epson Photo Matte paper ( Epson S041067) – best price I’ve found online, ALWAYS get 92 Bright paper (most photo is) and you can also use semi-gloss and gloss photo paper, with better results… BUT in certain climates with an ambient humidity of say 50% or higher (40-45% is best )… the covers MAY become fussed to the keepcase!! (This also happens to home printed for photos) So, Stick with Photo Matte if you’re in a high humidity region.

Now, if you want a better keepcase head over to you’re local Wal-Mart, Target or CompUSA. These three retailers in most markets carry the MEMOREX DVD keepcases in 10 packs for about $4-8 (varies from store to store) – THESE are some of the best keepcases that I’ve found, they offer the best plastics and shiniest covers that I’ve found outside of REAL Amaray or Alpha cases (average about .50-.80 cents per case and the 3240x2188 works best for them), BUT the 3240x2188 print size is too large for the Memorex cases, so you’ll need to use this size 3220x2174 (just resize your final artwork before you print) and another GREAT advantage of using this size is that most printers can print it on STANDARD sized paper! You can get some great deals on this size paper as OfficeMax and Office Depot seem to have photo papers on sale every other week and normally BOGOF!

I found that the Epson & Kodak papers seem to be the best (from my experience and in my price range) for home printing.

And to get the best results a printer with 5-6 separate ink cartridges (Black, Cyan, Photo/Light Cyan, Magenta, Photo/Light Magenta and Yellow) is also recommended as you’ll find the colors, saturation and print resolution to be far superior (it’s not LaserJet but darn good!) to the average 4 ink/two cartridge set ups (Black, Cyan, Magenta and Yellow).

Two great models for better then average photo and direct disc printing that won’t leave you short on rent (or beer $$) are the Epson R200/300 and the Canon iP4200. Both have there individual pros and cons… A few examples being that the R200/300 cleans the heads and wastes ink every time it is powered on (so leave it on 247!!) and the Canon uses a lot of ink on prints and the ink is priced like gold.

The GREAT thing about both of these printers is that you can find Continuous Ink Systems (CIS) for both models for about $40-80 each on eBay and get 3060ml of ink for as little as $60 from Samsclub.com! They can be time consuming, frustrating and messy so grab some latex gloves! (wal-mart, hardware by the paint $2 for 10 pair) So, if the simple an easy way is your bag (it’s mine and I have two CIS up for sale now for the R200) you might want to look into the refilled/reconditioned cartridges from Megatoners.com Who have all six R300 compatible carts for $14 shipped in 2-3 days via usps!

I hope this helps!!!
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#174281
Topic
***The Official ANGRYSVN STAR WARS*** Release Thread
Link
https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/174281/action/topic#174281
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Originally posted by: PaulisDead2221
------------->'BLAK0023: The Phantom Edit 1.1 - By the Phantom Editor'

Speaking of this one, how's the video quality? I heard it was a vhs rip, is quality descent, or at least is the sound descent?


Well, it a transfer of a 4-6 generation VHS tape - It's watchable but it's NOT that great (video quality and edit - his Episode II is a HUGE improvment his skill have improved a TON!!), I also have the VCD which has about the same quality (a little sharper picture - and I mean a little) and I'm now planning on doing a MPEG1 DVD version of the VCD's as a preservation for the original internet uploads of this Edit (now if I can find the text doc that was with them...) - UNLESS the Phantom Editor does forward me a copy first (wink, wink - I think you still have my addy )

You can also drop me an email for details on how to get a copy of the MagnoliaFan Edits via snail mail.