Many people don't know what to do with their old home movies, but video to DVD technology has made it possible to keep all that old footage without having to keep that old VCR that no one uses any more. And what's even more important is that video to DVD services can save old movies that might be about to deteriorate past the possibility of repair because VHS tapes often start to go into decline after 15 years or so. And with other services like CD duplication and DVD screenprinting, these service providers can turn those old tapes into something worth remembering.

It has become easier to convert video to DVD, and now consumers can simply take and VHS tape to a local service provider or even send it to them in the mail, and they will receive a modern DVD a few days later. Video to DVD technology is fairly inexpensive and the new format is sure to last for many years. In fact, the new DVD will likely last for decades. CD duplication technology also makes it possible to have numerous copies of the disc made to share with family and friends.

It's possible to convert video to DVD from almost any format, including Betacam, Umatic (3/4?), 1 Inch (reel), VHS (NTSC, PAL, SECAM), Super VHS, VHS-C, 8mm, Hi8 8mm, DVCAM (NTSC or PAL), MINI-DVCAM (NTSC or PAL) or MINI DV (NTSC or PAL). Video to DVD service providers may not be available in all areas, but there are companies that accept videos in the mail who will send the finished product back to the customer in a prompt manner. Many of these service providers also offer things like DVD screenprinting, which can be used to print nice graphics and text on the new copies of the footage. This is great for old footage from weddings, graduations and other big events.