How to View DVD Movies With BUP & VOB Extensions
Video and audio files are recorded in various file extensions. These files are read by a DVD player or software to translate the video on to screen, allowing us to view the footage or movie that was recorded. Viewing DVD footage may not be easy, since not all media players can read the files or play them back. Some files, such as a Windows Media Audio, (WMA) may not play on a Mac computer.
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Things You'll Need
- DVD player
- DVD player software
- Video file conversion software
- DVD ripper software
- CD-R
Instructions
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Play BUP and VOB extension files on a DVD player. You can view the home footage that was taken once it has been finalized in the camcorder by placing the disc in a DVD player.
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Purchase or download a DVD player program. DVD playing software will playback BUP and VOB files on laptop or home computer. Software programs, such as Cliprex or Corel WinDVD, can be purchased or downloaded online for free. DVD playing software will also allow footage to be viewed before editing, eliminating the need to import all footage into a movie editing program.
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Convert BUP, VOB and IFO DVD files using a conversion or ripper program. Download the conversion or ripper software from the internet onto a computer. Open the program. Drag and drop the VOB, BUP and IFO files into the window one at a time. Select the type of file to convert the video files into from the toolbar or drop down menu in the window. Click "OK," "Convert," or "Rip."
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Edit the BUP and VOB files in a movie editing program that supports the files. Editing programs such as Sony Vegas or iMovie will allow users to import and drag the files into a video time line and convert them. Select "File" in the toolbar menu after placing the footage into the time line. Click "Publish" or "Make Movie." Select another file extension to convert the DVD files in the window that appears. Select "OK" to convert. Save the new file onto a CD-R or on the computer hard drive to playback.
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Tips & Warnings
Home videos that have been recorded on a DVD camcorder may not playback on a home computer or laptop.
References
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