Quick Overview DAVIS/DITIS

The Defense Automated Visual Information System/Defense Instructional Technology Information System (DAVIS/DITIS) provides information about audiovisual (AV) productions and interactive multimedia instruction (IMI) products available to support training, command information and operational missions.

AV productions and IMI products include videotapes, films, and multimedia products that were produced by or for the DoD.  DAVIS/DITIS provides content description about the products available.  AV productions can be ordered directly on-line and IMI products can be ordered throught the IMI product Life Cycle manager as described in Obtaining a Production.

Some of the products may have copyright or security restrictions which limit the viewing audience and duplication rights.  The individual product record displays will indicate any restrictions in the "Clearance" (public clearance restrictions) and "Restrictions On Use" or "Restrictions" fields.  AV productions and IMI products are primarily for use within the DoD, but some products are available for other than DoD customers.  See Obtaining a Production.
 

USE BY DoD CUSTOMERS

This site is intended primarily to support Department of Defense requirements.  Products listed in the DAVIS/DITIS are available for all DoD and US Coast Guard customers.  For any questions regarding availability, contact the Joint Visual Information Services Distribution Activity.
 

USE BY NON-DoD CUSTOMERS

Non-DoD customers through the National Audiovisual Center, may request copies of those AV productions that are 'cleared for public exhibition/sale' as noted in the "Public Clearance" field of the AV production record.  Available IMI products should be ordered through the Life Cycle Manager for the product as identified in the IMI product record.  Products not cleared are not available.
 

NATIONAL ARCHIVES AND RECORDS ADMINISTRATION

Some AV productions produced by the DoD now reside at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA).
and are available from that source.

The DAVIS/DITIS Web site was developed and hosted by the Corporate Information Center, US Army Aviation and Missile Command and is operated and managed by the Defense Visual Information Directorate of the American Forces Information Service.
 

LOCATE IMAGERY

The Department of Defense also maintains a state-of-the-art storage, research, and distribution facility for significant motion picture stock footage, video, still imagery and mixed media visual information products depicting DoD, its heritage and its activities.  Contact the Defense Visual Information Center for more information.

What is an AV production?

An AV production is defined as the result of sequencing, according to a script or plan, original and/or existing still and/or motion images, with or without sound, into a complete presentation for the purpose of conveying information to or communicating with an audience. An "AV production" is that which is typically thought of as being a "film" or a "video".

What is Interactive Multimedia Instruction (IMI)?

IMI includes computer-controlled courseware that relies on student input to determine the pace, sequence, and content of instructional delivery. Examples of delivery media are compact disc and interactive video disc.

How do I get copies of productions or IMI products?

See Obtaining a Production.

What information is put into DAVIS/DITIS?

DAVIS/DITIS lists all pertinent information about each production or IMI product to include titles, descriptions, dates produced, length, estimated instruction hours, viewing formats, and clearance and reproduction restrictions.

How do I use DAVIS/DITIS to search for an AV production or an IMI product?

You can enter your search terms or search phrase into the search box on the Home Page. The system will respond with the number of AV productions and the number of IMI products that match your search criteria. For AV productions you can also search by Production Number (PIN) or Internal Control Number(ICN) by selecting that capability from the DAVIS/DITIS menu. Use the "?" button for detailed instructions on using the search capability.

What if I need help?

If you need help with your search, click on the "?" button. If you are having technical difficulties with this site or have suggestions about this site's operation, contact the . If you need help ordering a production, see the Obtaining a Production page.

What are the restrictions on using DoD AV productions?

Restrictions on Exhibition:

DAVIS/DITIS will display the restrictions imposed on the use of an AV production in the "Clearance" field. These are "Cleared for Public Exhibition and Sale" (unlimited clearance), "Not Cleared for Public Exhibition and Sale" (cannot be shown in or sold to the public), or "Cleared for Non-profit Public Exhibition Only" (can be shown in public at events staged not for profit, but cannot be sold to the public).

Restrictions on Copying:

Because of legal or other restrictions, there are some productions which may not be copied or may be copied only for a specific audience. Restrictions on the reproduction of DoD AV productions are noted in the "Restrictions on Use" field.

Only those AV productions that are 'cleared for public exhibition/sale' are available for non-DoD customers.

What are the restrictions on using DoD IMI products?

DAVIS/DITIS will display the release status imposed on the use of an IMI product in the "Restrictions" field. The type of rights owned by the DoD (Unlimited, Government-purpose, Limited) are displayed in the "Rights" field.

What is the Joint Visual Information Services Distribution Activity?
The Joint Visual Information Services Distribution Activity (JVISDA), located at the Tobyhanna Army Depot in Northeast Pennsylvania, operates and maintains a centralized capability for distributing DoD audiovisual productions. Productions are distributed by JVISDA in accordance with the master distribution plan for each new or restocked production. JVISDA support is in concert with Military Service policy as outlined at Obtaining a Production. JVISDA will provide information and assistance in obtaining support for end users.

How do I contact the Joint Visual Information Services Distribution Activity (JVISDA)?

All Department of Defense customers may contact JVISDA for assistance and ordering instructions by telephone, e-mail, fax, through the World Wide Web, or by letter as follows:

The following JVISDA Customer Service Representatives are available to assist with obtaining productions from 0730-1600 Eastern Time on weekdays:
 

US ARMY:	795-7192	(570) 895-7192
US NAVY:	795-7296	(570) 895-7296
US MARINE CORPS:	795-7296	(570) 895-7296
US AIR FORCE:	795-6543	(570) 895-6543
OTHER DoD:	795-7296	(570) 895-7296

Other ways to contact JVISDA:
 

E-Mail:
FAX:	DSN 795-6106 or Commercial (570) 895-6106
Mail:	JVISDA Building 3 RM 105 11 Hap Arnold Blvd. Tobyhanna, PA 18466-5102

Non Department of Defense customers can order AV products that are listed as 'cleared for public exhibition/sale' as noted in the "Public Clearance" field of the AV production record through the National Audiovisual Center.

How can I make comments?

If you have comments or suggestions concerning this site's operation, contact the .