Subj : UK VHS tapes
To   : RetroNet.RTN_BUY_SELL
From : Nelgin
Date : Tue Feb 09 2021 12:25:19

Hi all,

This will only be of interest to people in the UK.

I'm working on a project to extract teletext data from old VHS video tapes.
Using special software and a capture card, the text stream can be extracted
and pages reconstructed. 

If you no longer have tapes that you want and would be willing to ship to the
US (I will pay for shopping), please let me know. I'm interested in very early
recordings if possible but will accept any tapes that have teletext on, even
from satellite channels.

Please note:
1. It is possible that tapes will decay over time and there's not guarantee
that they will be usable.

2. In rare instances tapes can get snagged in the VCR which makes them
unusable.

3. The process doesn't extract the video, however as a courtesy, I'd be happy
to record whatever is on the tape and either send you a copy in USB
drive/CD/DVD or make it available for download.

4. I'd prefer not to have to return the tapes but will do so at my expense if
you really want them back.

5. Please don't offer knowingly bad tapes. This includes those with bad TV
signals, moldy, or damaged.

6. It is possible the tapes may go through a scanner (I will request that
"Magnetic Media - do not xray - keep away from magents" be put on the package)
and wipe whatever is on the tape. It is an unfortunate risk.

7. Please pass this around to people in the UK who may have older video tapes
in good condition they would be willing to part with.

I can be contacted via 
Retronet netmail: sysop@80:774/13
Fidonet netmail: sysop@1:124/5016
Email: sysop@endofthelinebbs.com

Thanks,
Nigel

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