Trying to make single layer disk image AFTER making dual layer image

Hi all
I wonder if you can help me.
I just made a dual-layer DVD image from a project and it created a 7GB file. Now I'd like to try a single-layer disk image at 4.7GB, something I did with an earlier version of this project, resulting in a watchable disk on a smaller TV.
Having made the 7GB image, Encore won't let me make the 4.7GB version but I don't understand why.
Martyn

Thanks John.
I don't know the answer to your AVI/MPEG2-DVD question. Sorry.
I simply imported my PPro sequences, built my menus and created the disk image for a dual-layer disk. Whatever source format that involves, that was the one I've used. How can I find out?
Is there an alternative way of building a disk that will allow me to choose all DVD/image/Blu-ray output options without starting again?

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