Using the     logo in and on a DVD

The DVD Logo is a mark that symbolizes the legitimacy and better compliance of the DVD product.When used correctly, it shows that the product was manufactured by a Licensee (legitimacy) and that the product passed the Verification test (better compliance).

Let us say that a disc has the Logo for DVD Video on it. This means that the disc may be reproduced on a player that also carries the DVD Video Logo. For example, it would be wrong to use the DVD Video Logo on a DVD-R disc that was authored to include visual material. Since the Logo characterizes the Format of the product, it may not be used for name cards, websites, on wallpaper of the PC etc., even by a Licensee.

Only companies that signed the DVD Format/Logo License Agreement and became Licensees are permitted to use the Format Specifications and the Logo for their products. The Logo is a Trademark owned by DVD FLLC, which only the Licensor (DVD FLLC) may authorize its use. If a non-Licensee uses the Logo for their products, that company is violating the Trademark Laws, which in turn make their products pirated-goods.

How much does it cost to use?   Seems to be about $10,000 - but I think it is the producer of the DVD's that obtains the license - so that is the question to ask a duplicator - do you have a license that permits me to place the DVD Logo in and on my DVD  ?