Hi gang, guess what? I purchased a Plextor ConvertX model: M-402U Video converter http://plextor.com/english/products/ConvertX2.htm (last week) which converts video tapes, live TV, and any other analog source into digital via your PC, or even directly to DVD disc. I'm really thrilled with the unit, as it's not only easy to use, but the digital DVD results (imho) look 'nearly' identical to the original video source as well. I'm really impressed with the results. I'm using the M-402U in conjunction with a Plextor 712UF DVD burner http://plextor.com/english/products/712uf.htm connected to my PC via USB 2.0.

I'm now in the midst of converting my video tape collection to DVD (MPEG-2) format for TV viewing, sharing with friends, as well as posting on my website. To post on the internet though, further conversion compression is necessary, to make the resulting files small enough (under 10 mg) for relatively quick & convenient internet download playback.

In reviewing my video library, I came across a Television show aired 'song performance' I did back in the 90's for a San Francisco Bay Area wide Asian Talent search contest. I was among the TOP ten finalists who appeared on the show, chosen out of over 150 contestants who had auditioned. The original analog video unfortunately suffers from some drop outs (snow) and the required compression (5 meg .WMV file) necessary to post on the internet, futher compromises the video quality, but I thought you guys might 'get a kick' (and perhaps a laugh) checking it out. It's always amazing to look back on how we've evolved & changed over the years. The video clip is posted in Windows Media Video format (WMV) so you'll need Windows Media Player. You can view it on my website:

http://scottyee.com

then click on the 'Song Demos' page link, and select the song: "On A Clear Day".

I have other video performances which I recently converted (from video tape) as well, so I"ll post these eventually too, that is, if there's enough interest here. On another note, my new professionally produced & 'completely re-designed' website is currently in the final production stages (I'm really excited about how the way it's looking), so I'll be sure to let you guys know when it finally rolls out.


Scott