we contacted a local video store who agreed to resurface our discs for $2
each (this is cheaper than what they charge the public). We also purchased
a resurfacing machine for about $200. and attempted to repair about 20 discs
ourselves. The discs no longer play AT ALL, so we sent the machine
back.
I think if you're going to purchase something that really does the job you
have to spend $2,000 - $3,000 for a decent professional grade machine.
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Sent: Wednesday, July 21, 2010 6:33
PM
Subject: [SERIALST] Scratched
DVD/CDs
Dear colleagues
I'm seeking some advice about scratched DVDs/CDs. What is your
practice. Do you attempt to have them re-surfaced or re-filled?
For our popular and cheaper discs we are simply replacing them if they stop
working, but for the expensive Engineering, Management or Art &
Design, or multi-disc sets how do you deal with this problem?
Have you purchased equipment and can you recommend any particular makes
and models?
Appreciate any advice.
Thanks
Barbara.
Barbara
Rauch
Acquisitions
Coordinator, Bibliographic Services
AUT
University Library
B-30,
WA Building, 55 Wellesley St East
Private
Bag 92006, Auckland 1142
Ph.
+64 (09) 921 9999 ex 8874
Facs.
+64 (09) 921 9977
barbara.rauch@aut.ac.nz