35mm film, external disc drives, LG & Oppo Blu-ray decks, media drop off, time-cueing
These diagrams illustrate the evolution of the aspect ratio of the 35mm film from the silent era through Academy, Flat, Cinemascope and Widescreen formats, with additional examples of post-WWII cinema in Europe, Asia and the former USSR.
While this diagram and its use of the word "present" may seem "dated" or "frozen in time" the historic information herein can provide valuable context for students, faculty and technicians who specialize in early and latter day audiovisual technology.
An illustrated guide to the basic features of the Kinoton 35mm film projector
Anyone needing a way to work with digital disc media (CD, DVD and Blu-ray) on a computer may look into obtaining an external optical disc drive. Because of low demand, LSA Technology Service has few if any of these devices in the loanable equipment inventory. Optical disc drives are affordably available from online vendors.
This article shows how to cue up a specific time code on the LG Blu-Ray player.