Storage

Store tapes in a cool dry place free of dust.

The tape should be stored on end with the full reel down.

Keep away from magnets, such as TV/Monitors, Phones, Speakers,.

At the airport or courthouse ask that the tape not be X-rayed.

If tape is to be stored for an extended time, put it in a securely closed plastic bag.

For long term archiving, tape should be converted to a digital format (CD, DVD).

When sending an original videotape by mail, make a copy of the tape and keep copy until you know the original tape has arrived at its destination and is in good condition. Mark the package "Do not X-Ray", and send the tape certified mail, return receipt requested or Federal Express.

Do not store tapes in automobiles that are parked in the sun. Heat stretches the tape and warps cassette shells.

PlayBack

In extreme climates, allow tape to warm up to room temperature before viewing.

Before viewing tape, fast forward to the end and rewind back to the beginning to evenly wrap tape on reels.

Use pause, visual fast forward , visual rewind and slow motion modes sparingly as they are more likely to damage the tape.

Before returning tape to storage, fast forward and rewind again.


		Safe Handling of Video Tape Storage Store tapes in a cool dry place free of dust. The tape should be stored on end with the full reel down. Keep away from magnets, such as TV/Monitors, Phones, Speakers,. At the airport or courthouse ask that the tape not be X-rayed. If tape is to be stored for an extended time, put it in a securely closed plastic bag. For long term archiving, tape should be converted to a digital format (CD, DVD). When sending an original videotape by mail, make a copy of the tape and keep copy until you know the original tape has arrived at its destination and is in good condition. Mark the package "Do not X-Ray", and send the tape certified mail, return receipt requested or Federal Express. Do not store tapes in automobiles that are parked in the sun. Heat stretches the tape and warps cassette shells. PlayBack In extreme climates, allow tape to warm up to room temperature before viewing. Before viewing tape, fast forward to the end and rewind back to the beginning to evenly wrap tape on reels. Use pause, visual fast forward , visual rewind and slow motion modes sparingly as they are more likely to damage the tape. Before returning tape to storage, fast forward and rewind again.