Although duplicates to tape formats other than VHS are technically possible, they may take longer to process due to the necessity of special set-ups. CIS complies with national and international copyright laws. SP CIS can duplicate tapes between NTSC and foreign standards only in the VHS tape format. CIS and the Copyright Law Both the United States and International copyright laws govern the making of copies and the reproduction of copyright protected materials. Material protected by the Copyright laws may not be duplicated without written permission from the copyright holder.
Specific laws apply to different media.
Additional information is available from the CIS MultiMedia Office. The U.S. Copyright Office Home Page has more information. CIS reserves the right to refuse to accept a duplication order if, in its judgment, fulfillment of the order would involve violation of copyright law. CIS can convert videotapes to and from various video standards in the VHS format only. If you travel abroad and need to know a particular country's video standard, inquire with CIS MultiMedia staff.