TaurusT Posted November 9, 2006 Share Posted November 9, 2006 Can you put the Compact Disk Digital Audio logo on a commercial disk? So far I found a few sites that speak contrary. I would like some valid answer on this. Check www.cdman.com/graphics/disc_designing/logos.html en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Red_Book_(audio_CD_standard) I'm fabricating the CD myself through a company that's specialized in it. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sven Golly Posted November 9, 2006 Share Posted November 9, 2006 Originally posted by TaurusT: I would like some valid answer on this. The only guaranteed valid answer you're going to get is from the legal department of the holder of the trademark, and that is Philips and Sony. That being said, though, if your disc (note spelling) conforms to the Red Book standard, and you're not a major label, I wouldn't worry about it and would use the label. If you're including any multimedia software, or any copy protection, then it isn't legally defined as an audio CD, so you would be incorrect in applying the label. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cnegrad Posted November 9, 2006 Share Posted November 9, 2006 What's the purpose of using the logo; to differentiate it from a DVD? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ITGITC Posted November 9, 2006 Share Posted November 9, 2006 Originally posted by cnegrad: What's the purpose of using the logo? So that you won't try to play the CD in a cassette deck? Ummmmmmm, I apologize for that. "Music expresses that which cannot be put into words and that which cannot remain silent." - Victor Hugo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sven Golly Posted November 9, 2006 Share Posted November 9, 2006 Originally posted by cnegrad: What's the purpose of using the logo; to differentiate it from a DVD? To show compatibility with the Red Book standard, so consumers know that it'll play in their CD player in their car, their home, their computer, etc... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cnegrad Posted November 9, 2006 Share Posted November 9, 2006 I'm not aware that anyone besides MI professionals and audiophiles knows that that's what that logo signifies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilverDragonSoun Posted November 9, 2006 Share Posted November 9, 2006 Originally posted by Is There Gas in the Car?: Originally posted by cnegrad: What's the purpose of using the logo? So that you won't try to play the CD in a cassette deck? Ummmmmmm, I apologize for that. Don't you really mean ummmmm Lord I apologize for that? Begin the day with a friendly voice A companion, unobtrusive - Rush Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilverDragonSoun Posted November 9, 2006 Share Posted November 9, 2006 Originally posted by Sven Golly: Originally posted by TaurusT: I would like some valid answer on this. The only guaranteed valid answer you're going to get is from the legal department of the holder of the trademark, and that is Philips and Sony. That being said, though, if your disc (note spelling) conforms to the Red Book standard, and you're not a major label, I wouldn't worry about it and would use the label. If you're including any multimedia software, or any copy protection, then it isn't legally defined as an audio CD, so you would be incorrect in applying the label. To be honest I think Sven's suggestion to contact Sony Phillips is the safetest way to ensure you have your bases covered. Begin the day with a friendly voice A companion, unobtrusive - Rush Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sven Golly Posted November 9, 2006 Share Posted November 9, 2006 Originally posted by cnegrad: I'm not aware that anyone besides MI professionals and audiophiles knows that that's what that logo signifies. Absolutely true... but the original poster's concern is with the legality of it, and whether he might get sued (at least that was my impression). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cnegrad Posted November 9, 2006 Share Posted November 9, 2006 No argument; I was just curious as to why it was really necessary at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sven Golly Posted November 9, 2006 Share Posted November 9, 2006 Originally posted by cnegrad: No argument; I was just curious as to why it was really necessary at all. No argument here either, and I'm also a bit curious. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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