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We are investigating new circulation and security systems for Berkeley Public. (High circ, large collection dvds and cds) One option for the dvds and cds is the full overlay. That is, it covers the whole disc. There are two types, a "Sting Ray" or an "X-Range." All vendors appear to use either one. My questions-Do any of your libraries use these? Are they effective? Are there problems? We formerly used the "donuts" on the discs, and they were not that great. Got stuck in some players, bubbled up, etc. We are curious about this new technology. . Any thoughts? Marti Morec Collection Development Librarian Berkeley Public Library 510-981-6139 m...@ci.berkeley.ca.us
VIDEOLIB is intended to encourage the broad and lively discussion of issues relating to the selection, evaluation, acquisition,bibliographic control, preservation, and use of current and evolving video formats in libraries and related institutions. It is hoped that the list will serve as an effective working tool for video librarians, as well as a channel of communication between libraries,educational institutions, and video producers and distributors.
