| Master
Copy:
* Restrict use - only when duplicating copy
is unusable
* Keep under optimal environmental conditions
Duplicating copy:
* Use to create new user copy
* Keep under optimal environmental conditions, if possible
User copy:
* Use for regular playback by patrons
Environment:
Store and play tapes in a relatively cool
and dry environment, where temperature and humidity remain
constant.
Tapes in use:
* 65-70°F and 40-50% relative humidity
* Keep in similar storage environment to that of playback
room
Tapes in preservation storage:
* As low as 50° F and 30% relative humidity
(no lower)
* Allow to slowly acclimate to playback room temperature (at
least 2 hours)
Keep storage and playback areas free from
dust and other contaminants, such as food.
Protect tapes from liquids.
Protect tapes from light and heat sources.
Protect tapes from erasure:
* Break off tabs, etc.
* Avoid contact with strong magnetic fields, including speakers.
Storage:
Always store cassettes and reels in their
cases/boxes to protect from dust and damage.
Store upright on end, not flat.
Winding:
Do not rewind tapes after playing: playing
at normal speed will distribute "pack" for storage
more evenly than rapidly rewinding or fast forwarding the
tape. Rewind just before playing.
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