How to use HC ?

[Fairhope]

I apologize in advance for asking such a simple question, but I've searched this forum and read just about every thread regarding HC and still can't find the answer.

I have an avi file which I would like to convert to mpeg-2. I have written an .avs script with all my filters and resizing commands and it works when viewing through MediaPlayer Classic.

I have also been able to run the .avs script through TMPGenc to encode. However, I stopped the process when I was looking at a 40 hour encode time. I don't have the fastest computer. What little it did encode was just what I wanted.

I also use DVDRebuilder Pro to back up my DVD's using the HC encoder.

So my very newbie question: How do I get HC to take my .avs file and encode it to an mpeg-2? From what I've been able to gather, I think I need to create an .ini file - but I have no idea how to do that or how HC even opens up the .ini file.

I've tried to find a help document with HC, but I can download the executable only. It doesn't seem to include any type of .pdf documents.

If someone could provide a link or a quick down and dirty guide, I would greatly appreciate it.

Thanks

Ty

[Hemmo]

I've tried to find a help document with HC, but I can download the executable only. It doesn't seem to include any type of .pdf documents.

If someone could provide a link or a quick down and dirty guide, I would greatly appreciate it.
Ty

Hello Ty.
Link for topic that include HC 015 with pdf help file:
http://forum.doom9.org/showthread.php?t=93211&highlight=hc_015%2A
(it's last updated 08-08-2005)

[Fairhope]

Thanks, Hemmo. I got it.

I also decided to look for a guide on videohelp.com and found a link for one which directed be back here to doom9.

With the .pdf you directed me to and doom's guide, I'm going to give it a shot tonight.

**Edit**

The version you pointed me to also has a gui executable. That's perfect for me.

Thanks again.