How to Convert DVD to AVI Format
A DVD contains two main folders (Audio TS and Video TS) that house all of its information in several formats, including VOB, IFO and BUP files. Since a DVD's primary chapters or tracks are stored in its VOB files, you will need software that can isolate and convert the VOBs. (The largest VOB generally contains the feature movie.) Unfortunately, since your computer does not come equipped with such software, you must download or buy it from the Internet. These programs include AVS Video Converter, HandBrake and DVD Ripper for Mac. Please note that converting or compressing DVD quality footage to AVI may result in loss of video quality.
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Instructions
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AVS Conversions
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Download and install AVS Video Converter. Agree to the licensing terms and launch the program.
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Insert your DVD into your computer. Click the "Browse..." button next to "Input File Name" to locate the DVD on your computer. Select the "Video TS" folder and choose to open it in AVS.
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Click the "To AVI" button, located in the upper left-hand corner of your screen.
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Press the "Browse..." button next to "Output File Name" to set your file's output destination (where AVS will save the file to).
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Click "Convert Now!" to begin ripping your DVD to AVI.
HandBrake Conversions
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Download and install HandBrake, free of charge. Agree to the terms of use and open the program.
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Insert your DVD. HandBrake should read it automatically. If not, click the "Source" icon to direct HandBrake to your DVD's "Video TS" folder and open it in HandBrake.
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Choose which chapters or tracks you want converted from the drop-down menus, located next to the "Title" icon.
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Choose "AVI" from the output settings drop-down list of options.
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Click "Browse" to set your file's output destination and click "Start" to begin ripping your DVD files.
DVD Ripper for Macs
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Download and install DVD Ripper for Mac and agree to the licensing terms. Insert your DVD into your computer.
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Click the "Load DVD" button and select your DVD's "Video TS" folder. Click "OK" to open your DVD's contents in DVD Ripper.
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Select which chapters or tracks you want converted, using the program's main screen.
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Choose "Xvid AVI" as your output format, located in the "Common Video" menu under the "Format" drop down options.
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Click "Browse" to tell DVD Ripper where to save your file to and click the large "Convert" button to begin ripping your DVD to AVI.
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Tips & Warnings
If converting for a portable media device, consult your user manual for its standard pixel and resolution settings. You would not want to end up with a larger picture size than your device supports.
Please allow several minutes to several hours for conversions to complete. The time it takes will depend largely on the size of your DVD's files and computer's processing speed.
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