The VHS (Video Home System) tape revolutionized home entertainment when it was introduced by JVC in 1976. For decades, VHS tapes were the go-to format for recording and watching videos at home. However, with the rise of DVDs and digital streaming, VHS tapes have largely become obsolete, leaving many people with stacks of old [...]
Fall is finally here, and while some might be excited for the cool, autumn breeze and changing leaves, others are sad to see the clear skies and sunny weather the summer brings, disappear. As the kids head back to school, you've probably got more than a few melancholy faces around the house. Summer vacation might [...]
Although today's technology allows us to capture and preserve every past recorded moment with ease, there’s something undeniably special about viewing the memories stored on old 35mm slides or other-format slides. These moments, captured through the lens of an analog camera, hold a unique charm, but they’re also vulnerable to the passage of time. Transitioning [...]
In today’s digital age, preserving your cherished memories has never been more important. Whether you have boxes of old family photos, slides, or full photo albums, digitizing them ensures they last a lifetime. While DIY methods might seem budget-friendly and appealing, there are several reasons why you should always have a professional digitize your old [...]
Home movies hold a special place in our hearts, capturing cherished memories, milestones, and our younger selves as well as our recent ancestors from the past in moving images that we want to preserve forever. However, most of these precious moments are stored on outdated analog media formats such as old VHS tapes and film. [...]
With the number of large companies out there that offer digital conversions, you'd expect their services to be comprehensive. More often than not, what you will actually find is that many “big box” companies prefer to save on costs and the hassle of digitizing old analog media that have issues such as old tapes that [...]
For those holding onto cherished memories captured in 35mm slides and film negatives, converting your precious memories to digital form is crucial. While DIY methods may be a tempting option at first, professional 35mm conversion services offered by ARS Video provide a level of expertise, equipment, and care that DIY simply cannot match. Here’s why [...]
On April 15th, ARS Video attended the Ohio Museum Association (OMA) Conference for the first time. Held in Sandusky, Ohio, the conference was a significant event for professionals dedicated to preserving the history of Ohio - which boasts over 1,200 museums, cultural, and historical sites. At ARS Video, we're known for digitizing archival materials for [...]
One of the questions we receive most often from customers is, “Can my old VHS tapes be saved if they're moldy?” Most companies won't even attempt to convert moldy tapes due to the possible damage the tapes can do to their equipment, but for a small surcharge, our team can help capture the memories you [...]
In February, our team members had the opportunity to set up a booth at the Great Big Home and Garden Show at the IX Center in Cleveland. While we were there, we noticed some recurring questions from individuals who were curious about the 16mm film projector we keep running at the booth--and some from those [...]
