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Re: LaserDisc format?



Laser discs were popular (and are still in use) in academic settings - they housed images and text, for instance, of the whole course of Western Civilization history.  Now, they are on smaller format.  Check with a local university to see if they used such technology and they can probably help you with equipment questions.

Best of luck,
Anna Truman
Records Specialist
University of Cincinnati

Angela Curran wrote:

 While processing a collection, my assistant ran across a medium I've never encountered.  It's labelled "Pioneer Video LaserDisc."  There is no date on it.  It looks like a cross between an LP (because of size) and a CD (because of its one shiny side).  It's diameter is 11 3/4". I have no idea how to view this disc or, better yet, transfer the content onto something else.  Do any vendors still have players for these things? Angela CurranArchives for Family Practice11400 Tomahawk Creek ParkwayLeawood, KS 66211-2672(913) 906-6000, ext. 4420(913) 906-6095 FAXacurran@aafp.org