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The following details the information we require to produce DVD’s that meet both your deadlines and quality standards.
Some of the following requirements are legal, some technical and others are to assist in the efficient processing of your order.
To replicate a quantity of DVD’s, there are six things we require:
- DLT Master (see 2.0 Input Media)
- Artwork for printing onto the DVD face (see 2.2-2.10 Disc Label Specifications)
- Artwork for printing paper parts/slicks (see 2.12-2.14 Paper Parts Specifications)
- Manufacturing Order Form All Formats (see 5.1)
- Conditions Of Reproduction (see 5.0)
- DLT Tape Information Sheet (see 5.5)
2.0 Input Media for DVD Video and DVD Rom
DVD images for replication are to be
supplied on DLT tape. A log sheet is to be supplied for each DLT
tape. This log sheet is to contain all relevant information pertaining
to the tape, including CSS encryption requirements, number of Video
Title Sets and Macrovision requirements.
A copy of the required log sheet can be found on the Appendices
page of this site (5.5).
2.1 DLT Tape Information Sheet
A complete DLT Tape Information sheet is required. Please refer to the Track Listing Sheet in the Appendices. DLT Tape Information Sheet (5.5)
Disc Label Specifications (2.2-2.10)
Regency Media uses offset and silk screen printing process for printing the label onto the DVD surface. There are 3 types of printing that can be used with this process:
1. Line Prints with up to six different spot colours(A
surcharge may be included).
2. Halftones and duotones.
3. 4 colour process print (picture disc) including a solid white
background if required.
2.2 Film Specifications (disc label)
To produce the screens or plates required for our printing process we require the disc label film to be supplied as:
Neg for CMYK
Right reading positives for pantone
Emulsion down
The DVD label film must be supplied with one piece of film for each colour that is required to be printed.
The appropriate colour name and catalogue number
must be marked clearly on each piece of film.
Where a white base or specific colour is required as a base coat
for the DVD, film must be supplied to ensure exact registration
of label print.
As the design is four colour process, a chemical or digital proof
must be supplied with the film.
2.3 Registration Marks (disc label)
To ensure correct registration of the print we have outlined the registration marks that must be included on the film as per diagram at 2.10. These must appear on every piece of film supplied. The registration marks are shown in detail on the disc label templates located at the end.
- A series of four dots need to be placed on the
film work. These are critical to the automatic register system
and the print machine performance and must be adhered to.
- A series of cross hair crosses is also to be placed on the film. These will be used as a back up system to the dots. The size of the cross hairs is not critical but the distance from the image is.
2.4 Half Tones and Duotones (disc label)
Regency Media are able to print halftones and duotones onto the disc label. Strict attention to detail is required when printing halftones or duotones, please ensure you abide by the following specifications:
Screen ruling: 133 lines per inch (lpi)
Screen angle: 45°
Type of dots: Elliptic
Density range: Highlights - 15%,
Shadows - 80%
Proof Type: Chemical or Digital Proof
2.5 Colour Process Disc Label (Picture Discs)
Four colour process (picture) disc labels use the
CMYK colour combination.
It must be noted that the disc label surface is silver, not white.
In the case where key features are required to be white (i.e. teeth
or eyes on a face) a white base must be printed first.
Where a white base is required as a base coat for the DVD, film
must be supplied to ensure exact registration of label print.
Where appropriate our graphic art department would be happy to advise in the initial design of the picture disc so that the process can be tailored to the design.
The film specifications for printing A4 colour process disc label are as follows:
Screen ruling: 133 lines per inch
Screen angles: Yellow 90° Cyan 75° Magenta 45° Black 105°
Type of dots: Elliptic
Density Range: Highlights - 15%, Shadows - 80%
Proof Type: Chemical or Digital proof
2.6 Identification (disc label)
We recommend your catalogue number be included in the DVD label artwork to ensure correct identification.
Regency Media uses the Pantone Matching System (PMS)
as a standard colour system. UV curable inks are used and can match
any coated PMS colour including metallics and fluorescents.
Spot Pantone colours, fluoro and metallic colours attract an extra charge.
Custom matches of customer supplied samples are also
available on request.
It should be noted that PMS colours printed directly onto the DVD's
metal surface can appear slightly different in colour than those
printed onto paper.
2.8 Type Size and Line Width (disc label)
A minimum size of 5 pt. for text
in positive print
A minimum size of 7 pt. for text in negative print (reversed out)
A minimum size of 0.15mm for lines in positive print
A minimum size of 0.25mm for lines in negative print (reversed out)
DVD label trapping for screen printing requires a minimum overlap of 0.40mm (an overprint stroke/ outline of 0.80mm).
2.10 Print Area DVD (disc
label)
The maximum outer print diameter is 117mm and the inside diameter 21mm. Ink printed inside this inner area will appear a lighter colour than the rest of the disc, as this section of the disc is clear, not silver.
The following diagram is at 100% DVD size and may be used as a template for sizing. Please note the keylines in the diagram are to be used as a guide only. All keylines must be deleted on finished file.
Where a white base or a specific colour is required as a base coat for the DVD, file must be supplied to ensure exact registration of label print.
Click Here for Downloadable PDF of Print Area DVD dimensions
A multitude of packaging options are available to suit an infinite number of markets. Standard packaging includes Amaray and M. Lock Cases. Other options are constantly being introduced to the market, so please ask our office for the current options available. Click here to go to Packaging.
Paper Parts Specifications (2.12 – 2.14)
2.12 Printing of Paper Parts (Inlays/Booklets)
As part of our production capabilities, Regency Media also has strong partnerships with printing facilities. These enable us readily to print your booklets and inlays, or you can provide your own.
While we can readily provide prices for the printing itself, a firm quotation for the total production costs can only be offered upon sighting of the artwork.
Regency Media uses the offset printing process for printing all paper parts. All artwork to be provided on disk and must be to Regency Media’s imposition.
Since the introduction of "direct to plate" printing for paper parts, the client no longer has to consider the cost of film outputting.
File Setup:
Click Image or here for all specifications regarding file setup.
File in Acrobat PDF Format.
Regency Media strongly recommends reading these
before setting up artwork.
Proofs: All jobs that come to Regency Media must be accompanied by at least one of the following, whether for paper parts or on disc.
Digital Proof.
Chemical Proof.
Laser prints (not used for colour matching).
Any additional special colours such as gold, silver or fluoro's
will incur additional fees.
Please note if a proof is NOT supplied Regency Media cannot guarantee the final product.
All discs are to be accompanied by an approved chemical or digital proof. If not, a proof can be generated for approval before plates are made. This will delay production by approximately 4 days and will incur an additional charge.
Proofs should clearly indicate areas of special colour. Some film companies cannot correctly mix special proofing colours therefore either Pantone (PMS) colours or sample swatches must be given.
For single colour (mono), a dyeline (or blueprint) should be submitted to check type or folding format.
In the case of 2 or more solid colours in a specific area, a special varnish should be applied to prevent cracking in fold areas. Extra drying time should also be anticipated and taken into account.
Standard paper quality for DVD inlay is A2 gloss art paper.
Click Here for Downloadable PDF of DVD Cover Dimensions
Click Here for Downloadable PDF of DVD Super Slimline Dimensions
Click Here for Downloadable PDF of 4, 8, 12, 16 etc
Click Here for Downloadable PDF of DVD Multidisc Fat Pack
If supplying stickers for adhering to your packaging, please ensure they are supplied to our specifications. If supplied stickers are not supplied to our specifications an extra charge for manual assembly will be incurred.
Click Here for Downloadable PDF of Supplied Sticker Specifications