This is so that you can clean and preserve the sonic and video integrity if your mini DV tapes. They are a great way to preserve the life of the tape and the quality of its contents.
A Panasonic Mini DV Camcorder uses a small VHS type of tape. It then transfers the data electronically to a mobile device or computer for easy viewing.
One may find information on mini dv storage at http://www.deltamedia.com/mini-dv-storage.html. More information may be found here: http://www.videouniversity.com/shop/mini-dv-storage-rack-holds-50-mini-dvs or here: http://www.amazon.com/Mini-Tape-Storage-Rack-Tapes/dp/B000ILK1NM.
Other cleaners might damage the camera.
It is pretty small. It is comparable to a cassette tape in shape but it is much smaller. A mini dv hd cassette can record up to 60 minutes in Hd or 90 minutes in the lower quality.
Mini DV decks are used for playing, editing or otherwise fiddling with Mini DV tapes and footage shot on a Mini DV handheld camera.
Mini DV tapes vary depending on the tape length, brand, and quality. Sony tapes with a 60 minute length are about $2 a piece. You can purchase a 5 pack for $7. HD DV tapes are more expensive.
There is a great wikipedia article on mini dv. It can be found at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DV. It will teach you all you need to know about mini dv including pros and cons.
A bunch of third party after market mini dv accessories are available for mini dv.. Try www.ebay.com an d also, www.amazon.com for more information.
You can review and purchase a mini dv DVD on the following site: http://www.tapeonline.com/mini-dv?gclid=CLm0o7776qkCFSN5gwodJH-naw. They have great resolution.
You can find a DV camcorder tape online and in stores. You can buy the camcorder tape on amazon.com, Target or Target.com, and www.tapestockonline.com.
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The first mini DV camera was made in the year 1983. The company that manufactured the first mini DV camera is Sony. Since then many other companies followed suit.