This document describes the methods for cataloging DVD and Blu-ray discs using AACR2r and MARC 21.
The guide updates the 2002 DVD Cataloging Guide with the latest AACR2r and MARC 21 rule changes. It explains how to catalog DVD‑Video, Blu‑ray, DualDisc, DVD‑Audio and DVD‑ROM formats, providing MARC examples and a discussion of the 007 fixed field.
It also includes background on DVD technology, disc capacities, physical and application formats, and a list of resources for further reference. The document is intended for librarians and catalogers who need to create accurate bibliographic records for optical disc media.
| DVD‑5 capacity | 4.7 GB |
|---|---|
| DVD‑9 capacity | 8.5 GB |
| DVD‑18 capacity | ≈17 GB |
A single‑sided, single‑layer DVD (DVD‑5) holds about 4.7 GB of data.
The double‑sided, double‑layer DVD‑18 can store approximately 17 GB.
The 007 fixed field is used to encode the physical characteristics of the disc in MARC records.