WHERE TO GET SHIPPING CARTONS: After you have measured the outside of the VCR or item to be shipped you should have an approximate idea of the two size boxes you will need. Listed below are several suggested outlets that sell or supply boxes for shipping. Parcel delivery companies can usually supply you with various size boxes and shipping materials. Office supply stores are good candidates for boxes and all kinds of related shipping items. The yellow pages will often list companies that offer boxes and containers to the general public. The yellow pages may also list companies that will package and ship items for you. Move it yourself rental facilities and moving companies usually can supply boxes and shipping containers. Some post offices offer boxes for shipping. Furniture, hardware and appliance stores sometimes have left over cartons available. Grocery stores often make available once used boxes and containers for shipping. Be careful using services that will package and ship items for you. They sometimes do not exercise the care you need to insure that your Beta will arrive undamaged. When selecting a box that has used before be sure to inspect it thoroughly, satisfy yourself that it is sturdy and will not rupture or collapse during shipping. Special Note: If you are shipping the SL-HF1000, SL-HF900,GCS-50 or SL-HF3000 you need to protect the bottom of these VCRs from impact. Hitting the bottom plate will damage the delicate circuit boards next to the plate. When they crack the VCR is rendered useless.
