Frequently Asked Questions: Veterans History Project

Yes. The Veterans History Project (VHP) media and format requirements are compatible with pre-loaded software on most mobile devices. Always choose a quiet, indoor location, and test your device before recording.

For iOS Users

• For video recordings, use a video recording app.
• Set default video format to MOV
• For audio recordings, use an audio recording app.
• Set audio quality to at least 44.1 kHz (16-bit). The 96 kHz (24-bit) setting is ideal.
• Use landscape (horizontal) orientation for video recordings
• Import recordings through “iTunes”
• Submit recordings to VHP on either CD/DVD or USB (thumb/flash) drive.

For Android Users

• For video recordings, use a video recording app.
• Set default video format to 3GP
• For audio recordings, use an audio recording app.
• Set audio quality to at least 44.1 kHz (16-bit). The 96 kHz (24-bit) setting is ideal.
• Use landscape (horizontal) orientation for video recordings
• Import recordings through USB Cable
• Submit recordings to VHP on either CD/DVD or USB (thumb/flash) drive.

Visit the Veterans History Project website for the latest, detailed mobile device recording instructions.