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Can't I create my
own "Living Scrapbook ®" ?
Yes, anyone with the
correct equipment and experience can. In order to accomplish the
same professional results the typical home computer would need an
additional $4,200 in audio/video hardware and software upgrades.
In addition the user would have to have 5+ years in multimedia
integration. Just like pouring cement, anyone can do it however
for it to look professional, you need to use a service with the right
equipment and experience.
What about your
competitors?
Living
Scrapbooks ® provides
a unique service that is akin to professional film editing and
documentary services. Our presentations are carefully
storyboarded, with each digital motion (pan and/or zoom) selected
based on the natural flow of each picture. Our competitors offer
a slide show with a musical background.
Can I scan my own
photos?
Yes, however you will not
achieve the professional results we can achieve with our high
precision scanners. We use patented LIDE® (LED
Indirect Exposure) technology with 48-bit color and 1200 dpi optical
resolution.
Why can't I
download my photos like some of your competitors?
We have the bandwidth and
storage space to do so however each of our scanned photos take
approximately 28MB of space. For a full Living Scrapbooks
® , that would take
close to 1GB of transfer and disk space. Our presentations are
very high quality and professional.
But my pictures are
one of a kind and I'm afraid to send them away.
We have been in the
business of audio and video restoration and preservation since 1997
dealing with materials sent to us from all parts across the globe.
We have established procedures in place for the careful handling of
your photographs. If you own a scanner and a CD burner, contact
us and we will give you the specifications to scan your photos.
What size photos
can I use?
Using our high precision
scanning process we can scan photos as small as wallet size
(1"x1.5") up to 11"x17".
Why don't you have
a downloadable demo?
Each of our stock demos
are approximately 85MB each, with the demo DVD near .5GB. Our Living
Scrapbooks ® adhere
to DVD video and audio standards and to compromise the quality for a
downloadable demo does not do it justice. That is why you can
request a free demo CD or DVD by clicking
here.
What about
copywritten music?
It is safe to say almost
all music has a copyright. In order for us to use it, you have
to supply the original CD (no CDR's) or we can purchase a copy via
Rhapsody for as little at 99 cents per song. We can also use
stock, royalty free music at no extra cost. In addition the
Living Scrapbook video is deemed for personal use only and not meant
for viewing outside of your family and friends; it cannot be
uploaded to video sharing sites (e.g. YouTube) or played on
commercial airwaves (e.g. cable).
Are the DVD-R's you
produce compatible with my home DVD player?
We use DVD-R technology
from Pioneer, the industry innovator and leader in DVD compatibility.
To check if your DVD player is compatible with DVD-R, please visit www.vcdhelp.com.
If it is not, we can produce your Living
Scrapbooks ® on
VHS or 8MM hi-fi video tape.
Can I add verbal
messages in the video?
Yes, we can add your
voice-overs at any part of the video, just as we do music clips.
Simply record your messages and lets us know where you would like them
in the video along with music overlays.
Our anniversary
isn't for 2 months. When should I send the pictures and audio?
Normally our turn around
time for our production is 1 week (unless it is a funeral). However as
you begin trying to pick out your photos, music, and other things you
might want to add (e.g. video, voice-overs) you should allow yourself
as much time as possible.
My Grandmother just
passed away. How quickly can you do a tribute video?
Nobody can plan when
their loved ones will pass away. For funerals, Living Scrapbooks
® will fulfill your order and ship within 24 hours of receipt of your
project. We do not penalize you for things that are beyond your
control.
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