007/07 Sound recording (/00 = s) |
Tape width (Variable Control Field - Physical Description Fixed Field) |
Character position definition and scope:
A one-character alphabetic code indicates the width of the tape. Cassette implies code l, cartridge implies code m, and tape reel also implies code m. A fill character ( | ) is used when no attempt has been made to code this position.
Record requirements for National-level and Minimal-level records: Optional.
Guidelines for applying content designators:
Code: |
Description: |
l |
1/8 inch Most cassettes use 1/8 inch tape. |
m |
1/4 inch Nonprofessional, consumer, and some professional reels, and most 8-track cartridges use 1/4 inch tape. |
n |
Not applicable The item is other than a tape or does not include a tape (e.g., if the item is a disc). |
o |
1/2 inch Recording studios customarily use 1/2 inch tape. Some 8-track cartridges have been issued in 1/2 inch tape. |
p |
1 inch Recording studios often use 1 inch tape. Some 8-track cartridges have been issued in 1 inch tape. |
u |
Unknown |
z |
Other A tape width for which none of the other defined codes is appropriate. |
| |
No attempt to code |
Character position 05 (Tape width) was moved to position 07 when field 007 was restructured in 1981.
a - 1/4 inch [obsolete]
b - 1/2 inch [obsolete]
c - 1 inch [obsolete]
Prior to 1981, these tape widths were identified by codes a, b, and c, respectively. In 1981, the codes were changed to m, o, and p, respectively.
To return, select: