Hi Hidden-Tech! I have a video tape from a friend that is in Sony Digital-8 format. The camcorder it was recorded on seems to be damaged (the motor is making a whining noise) and I am looking for another Song Digital camcorder I can play the tape back on so I can digitize at our office. We only have mini-dv decks so I'm afraid I can't help her. Does anyone on the list have one they would be willing to let me borrow/rent/barter for? On a related note, does anyone know of a local place that will repair these camcorders?? Thanks! Paul B. Hake