FAQ: Audio Mastering - General
- DVD-5? DVD-9? What are the different formats of DVD, and what do they mean?
- How do I supply my master?
- What are the minimum order quantities for replicated DVDs
- What are the printing options for replicated DVDs
- Do I have to fill out a Replication Rights form for my DVD order?
- What are my packaging options when ordering replicated DVDs?
DVD-5? DVD-9? What are the different formats of DVD, and what do they mean?
Good question! Icon offers 5 different options for replicated DVDs.
These are:
- DVD 5 - Single sided, Single Layer, 4.37 GB capacity (approximately 2+ hours of high quality video*)
- DVD 9 - Single sided, Dual Layer, 7.95 GB capacity (approximately 4 hours of high quality video*)
- DVD 10 - Double sided, Single Layer, 8.74 GB capacity (approximately 4.5 hours of high quality video*)
- DVD 14 - Double sided, Dual Layer on one side, Single Layer on the other side - 12.32 GB capacity (approximately 6.5 hours of high quality video*)
- DVD 18 - Double Sided, Dual Layer, 15.9 GB capacity (approximately 8+ hours of high quality video*)
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How do I supply my master?
If you are taking care of the authoring on your end, we can accept DVD-R, DVD+R, or DLT. For dual layer DVDs with copy protection, DLT is required, but without copy protection, we can accept dual layer DVDR.
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What are the minimum order quantities for replicated DVDs
- DVD 5, 500
- DVD 9, 500
- DVD 10, 1,000
- DVD 14, 7,500
- DVD 18, 10,000
What are the printing options for replicated DVDs
For replicated DVDs, we can either print via silkscreen or offset print methods. Offset printing is a very common method of printing on DVDs and is used with a variety of feature films. It produces a smooth, resolute full color print. Silkscreen is the same method that is used on most CDs and is better for reproducing solid colors.
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Do I have to fill out a Replication Rights form for my DVD order?
Yes, we require a replication rights form filled out on all CD and DVD replication orders. If you have questions when filling it out, please give us a call at 1-866-400-ICON.
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What are my packaging options when ordering replicated DVDs?
The answer to this question basically depends on your imagination. While we offer standard options such as plastic Amaray Cases and DVD digipaks, there are a wide range of other options available, just give us a call and we can help you decide on any custom options you may be interested in.
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