From a86473a5736c0288075267343fb8a105be5af9ee Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: brooke Date: Mon, 26 Jun 2023 03:43:36 +0000 Subject: [PATCH] Update 'README.md' --- README.md | 50 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++------------------- 1 file changed, 31 insertions(+), 19 deletions(-) diff --git a/README.md b/README.md index 1c7f55f..e98f562 100644 --- a/README.md +++ b/README.md @@ -1,35 +1,47 @@ -# FLICK: Film Library and Indexing Catalog Kit +# FLICK: Film Library & Indexing Catalog Kit -Welcome to FLICK, an invite-only archive dedicated to preserving and cataloging obscure works captured on VHS tape. FLICK serves as a comprehensive list of movies within our catalog, and it also provides a platform for users to submit suggestions and report issues. - -#### About FLICK ---- - -FLICK is a community-driven project that thrives on the contributions of its members. We invite submissions of any kind, whether it's rare VHS tapes or digital video files that meet our specific criteria. +Welcome to FLICK, a part of the invite-only archive dedicated to preserving and cataloging obscure works captured on VHS tape, DVD, and Bluray. FLICK serves as a comprehensive list of movies within our catalog, and it also provides a platform for users to submit suggestions and report issues through gitea issues. ### Submission Guidelines --- To ensure the integrity of our archive, we have set certain standards for submissions. Please follow the format below when submitting movies: -- Place the movie files in a folder with the name of the movie. +- Place the movie files in a folder with the name of the movie ` ()/`. -- Name the movie file with the format: `().`. +- Name the movie file ` ().`. -- Include a raw scan of the box art named `scanned-cover.`. +- Include a raw scan of the box art `scanned-cover.`. -- Provide a cropped version of the scanned cover showing only the movie's banner named `banner.`. The banner should display the actual banner of the movie. - -- Examples will be provided in this repository - -#### How to Contribute ---- - -We encourage interested individuals to join our community and contribute to FLICK's mission. Whether you have rare VHS tapes to share or possess the technical skills to assist with digitization, your participation is invaluable. Please reach out to us through the appropriate channels to learn more about how you can get involved. +- Provide a cropped version of the scanned cover showing only the movie's banner `banner.`. ### Note --- FLICK solely acts as a catalog and indexing system for the movies within our archive. It does not contain the actual movies themselves. Instead, it provides a centralized hub for movie listings and facilitates communication between community members. -Thank you for joining FLICK and being a part of this endeavor to preserve and celebrate obscure works captured on VHS tape. +# VCRs, DVD players, and Combo Units +##### A small note, I do not have personal experience with all of these, I am primarily going off of forum posts and older reviews to provide a framework of a buying guide. Please provide your own experience of a vcr you recommend by creating a pull request. + +## VCRs +### Prosumer or professional models: +Brands such as Panasonic and JVC are often recommended, with models like the JVC SR-V10U and Panasonic AG-1980 frequently mentioned for their high performance in digitizing tasks. + +--- + +### Features: +##### Timebase correctors (TBC): +This feature is crucial for getting the best quality from your tapes. It helps to stabilize the video signal and correct any timing errors that may occur during the playback of the tape. +##### Image "picture mode" filters: +These filters can drastically improve the quality of VHS tapes. For instance, JVC S-VHS VCRs often include Auto/Norm/Soft/Sharp modes. +##### Hi-Fi audio: +A Hi-Fi VCR can provide better sound quality than a standard mono or stereo VCR. Look for this feature if audio quality is important to you. +##### S-VHS compatibility: +S-VHS (Super VHS) is a higher-quality format than standard VHS. A VCR that can play S-VHS tapes will be able to provide better video quality when digitizing tapes. +##### Number of heads: +4-head VCRs tend to have better video quality than their 2-head counterparts. + +--- + +### Testing used VCRs: +It's important to test any used VCR you purchase to ensure it's in good working order. This can involve checking playback filters, adjusting the tape playback tracking, and running the VCR's audio and video cables directly into a TV or monitor to check for any issues. You should also check the S-Video cable and connectors, and clean the video heads if necessary. \ No newline at end of file