Keeping track of 1000 DVD's (storage)

[rhuala2]

Man my DVD collection is starting to get pretty big probably getting near 600 DVD's I'm storing them in the dvd binders for now, I have 3 200 packs almost full. Was wondering if anyone has a good way of storing and keeping track of over a 1000 dvd's. I would like to be able to go to specific sections like "Cartoons" or "Sci-Fi" quickly and easily. Also the thing that sucks about the binders is if you alphabetize them then when u add a new one you have to manually shift all the ones after the one you add.

Anyone have a good way for filing many DVD's while being able to:
1. Access them quickly and easily
2. Be able to break them into sections (cartoons, sci-fi ..etc)
3. Be able to easily add new ones
4. Be fairly compact and only hold the DISK not the case.

Is there such a thing as a DVD filing cabinet?

Thanks,

rhuala

[HatchetMan]

I keep my 700+ in two Sony 400 disc DVD changers. I keep track of them in a Microsoft Access database, but an Excel spreadsheet would work too. Enter any kind of info about the movie you like, like genre, sort them however, include slot # in changer and access at will. Been doing this for 10 months now. You can also program these changers to list by title and stuff, just plug in a keyboard and type. I'm just lazy in that aspect, would rather just look at my list, enter slot # and press play.

[secretagent]

paper sleeves
Empty plastic coca cola cases (rectangular plastic boxes) comes in red and black found discarded at most retail stores.
holds 800 dvds each. easy to add the new ones in alphabetical oder. paper sleeves colorcoded for type of disk.

[TBoneit]

I keep my 700+ in two Sony 400 disc DVD changers. I keep track of them in a Microsoft Access database, but an Excel spreadsheet would work too. Enter any kind of info about the movie you like, like genre, sort them however, include slot # in changer and access at will. Been doing this for 10 months now. You can also program these changers to list by title and stuff, just plug in a keyboard and type. I'm just lazy in that aspect, would rather just look at my list, enter slot # and press play.

HatchetMan: I use a 400 Disc Sony myself, Never thought of your system tho, Thanks for the idea. OT: how do you choose a slot quickly? I even called tech support and got no help. Unless a different model, I;m at work and can't recall what model right now.

Thanks in Advance

[rhuala2]

hmm, I guess I should have added cheaply, $800 on a dvd changers kinda seems like a waste to me...

[Jeremiah58]

I've never heard of those monster dvd changers before. Great stuff!
I've looked arround and found them on eBay from slightly over $300 and up.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=50601&item=5766753593&rd=1

[Bob W]

I have 400 DVD's in a Sony DVD changer and the balance in four 200 CD binders which I have stored in a cool dark and dry cabinet. I also have all the data for these in very simple to use data base program called "My Database" which sells for a mere $39 or so at most retailers around the states.

[Ward River]

I would like to find a 200+ CD binder that you can actually lay flat and turn the pages without them "binding" near the spine because the disc pockets are so close to the binder rings.

[dcsos]

I use a wooden box with a slot in the top just larger than a DVD case.
All feature films are placed in the box.
On Christmas, we strike the side of the crate with a hammer....and
Presto, hudreds of "new titles" !!!

[KameleOnOff]

Try keeping informations about movies with Ant Movie Catalog http://www.antp.be/software/moviecatalog/download. Free, open source, lot of scripts and templates, can organize your movie collection in (almost) any way you want.

[lordhutt]

http://www.collectorz.com/movie/

[stiltman]

1000 DVDs X $9.99 = $9,990

[lordhutt]

1000 DVDs X $9.99 = $9,990

heh....yeah, but, why do I get the feeling that most of them are not originals!!!

[rhuala2]

1000 DVDs X $9.99 = $9,990

heh....yeah, but, why do I get the feeling that most of them are not originals!!!

shhhhhhh.....

[lordhutt]

shhhhhhh.....

sorry.!!

[Shocker Milwaukee]

1000 DVDs X $9.99 = $9,990

Pre-tax. Don't forget....

[Camaro98]

I'm trying to get a cheap storage solution also. I was thinking of buying a couple of the thick 3 ring binders and buy pages to put in the binder I have seen them at compusa I think they are around $20 for 25 sheets which hold 200 dvds.

[lordhutt]

Go the extra yard....buy 100 DVD cases for $35 shipped from shop4tech.com
Print out hires scans with a color laser printer.
Just like downtown, baby!!!

[Ward River]

You can get them cheaper on eBay....like 20 bucks for 100 of them shipped.

[winifreid]

I use AMC and then put the disks in paper sleeves. They are in alphabetical order ina box with letter deviders.

[SEALs1230]

paper sleeves
Empty plastic coca cola cases (rectangular plastic boxes) comes in red and black found discarded at most retail stores.
holds 800 dvds each. easy to add the new ones in alphabetical oder. paper sleeves colorcoded for type of disk.

I dont think I've ever seen a plastic coca cola case. Only cardboard.

[rgs_uk]

I would like to find a 200+ CD binder that you can actually lay flat and turn the pages without them "binding" near the spine because the disc pockets are so close to the binder rings.

I have four of these cases from Maplins (UK). Each holds 320 and no problems 'binding' as they have nice big rings. Maybe you can find the same product near you?

http://www.maplin.co.uk/Module.aspx?ModuleNo=36082&TabID=1&source=15&WorldID=&doy=16m4

[richdvd]

1000 DVDs X $9.99 = $9,990

heh....yeah, but, why do I get the feeling that most of them are not originals!!!

shhhhhhh.....

[dap]

Try keeping informations about movies with Ant Movie Catalog http://www.antp.be/software/moviecatalog/download. Free, open source, lot of scripts and templates, can organize your movie collection in (almost) any way you want.

Thanks for the Link. I just downloaded and started using it.

[winifreid]

dap, if you have any problems with amc, just check out his forum. The creator will answer most any question. I use imdb to get the info and thumbnails on all my movies. It is automatic.

[Richard_G]

Try here

http://www.blankdiscshop.co.uk/acatalog/storage.html

They ship to Europe, not sure about the US but you may be able to find something similar in your area.

[Roderz]

I want some of these
http://www.imation.com.au/products/disc_stakka/index.htm

"Search OpdiTracker's database of stored discs by title, keyword, directory or file name to find and eject any disc within seconds."

looks good

[SEALs1230]

1000 DVDs X $9.99 = $9,990

Makes sence if you cut it in half, and add a back up of each movie he owns. I have about 4-5 thousand dollars worth of CD's that I legitimately bought. It all works out right rhuala2??

[iooi]

Try here

http://www.blankdiscshop.co.uk/acatalog/storage.html

They ship to Europe, not sure about the US but you may be able to find something similar in your area.

The aluminum cases are great... Got a 600 and 2 X 420 now. They are also avaiable at many computer fairs..
As for index i just use excell.
Only down side is the weight when full... The 600 one weighs enough that it has to be lifted with both hands... So what the heck a 1000 disk case will weigh....

[HatchetMan]

HatchetMan: I use a 400 Disc Sony myself, Never thought of your system tho, Thanks for the idea. OT: how do you choose a slot quickly? I even called tech support and got no help. Unless a different model, I;m at work and can't recall what model right now.

Thanks in Advance

The big fat knob on the front panel to go one by one is easier than using the remote, I use the button on the side of that knob that says 100 to skip by the hundreds. Can scroll through all 400 in just a couple seconds. Model # is Sony DVP-CX985V.