Posted by Tom on 08/25/07 00:19

Hi,

I found three techniques for preparing a new blank video tape. After
inserting a new blank video tape into the camera:

1) Record a muted black video signal onto the entire tape and rewind

-or-

2) Fast-forward once to the end of the tape and rewind

-or-

3) Start shooting the subject since no preparation is required.

Between the so-called lining up of magnetic particles and/or re-packing
and re-tensioning, to nothing at all -- there is quite a big difference
between the three techniques. And, maybe I not aware of a forth or fifth
technique?

So, I guess my question is, which is the better technique when opening a
new DV tape?

Thanks.

--

Tom

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