DVD Decrypter - which file mode?

[golftech]

Hi,

When using DVD DEcrypter to go from DVD9 to 2 discs, which mode should I save it as file,IFO or ISO. I assume I would then use DVD shrink to burn it with or I'm I wrong on this.

Thanks for any tips here.

[feedback]

Unless your harddrive uses the NTFS format you will not be able to
use the Prefered ISO mode. Also, you need to describe your rig to get
more help.


Shrink does not burn disks. It transcodes or "shrinks" your project
so you can then burn the video using another burning application like "Nero" or DVD Decrypter which you can choose from Backup then "Target"
setting on the Shrink App.:)

[LIGHTNING UK!]

ISO mode works fine on all drives. They dont need to use NTFS. FAT/FAT32 is just fine.

[feedback]

Now I am confused:confused: The info. here came from a guide @ MrBass.org




Windows 2000/XP can read/write NTFS partitions. NTFS doesn't have a 4GB file limitation like FAT32 partitions do. Win98 can only read/write FAT32 partitions. Many programs will split VOB files (video object files) into 1GB chunks and various dvd backup programs and rippers you'll have to verify it's splittling them into 1GB chunks otherwise you'll run into the 4GB file limit. Still if your running win2000 or XP and you have FAT32 partitions you should format them to NTFS.


So, the way I read this is, you would exceed the 4GB limit with a burned 4.37GB ISO in FAT32, stored on your Hard drive? Please clear this up
for me, as I bow to your vast knowledge.:o

Best Personal Regards,
feedback

[LIGHTNING UK!]

Like it says, most programs just split the image into smaller chunks.

So far as DVD Decrypter is concerned, it makes chunks of just under 4GB and creates an MDS file that is then used to pull the chunks together to make 1 big logical file.

DAEMON Tools, DVD Shrink and DVD Decrypter all support the MDS file directly. That pretty much covers all tools you'd need to perform your backups*.

*Indirectly of course, most programs can work from the DAEMON Tools virtual drive.

[theReal]

...now I finally now what the MDS files are for! :) :D

[feedback]

Well I am glad I am not the only one to learn something new today:)
(Above Post)

Hats off to LIGHTNING UK! for clearing up my misperception of NTFS.
:thanks:

[golftech]

HI,

I'm using a NTSF HDD, NEC 3520A. What I want to do is just rip and burn with no compression from DVD9 to 2 DVD5's. How would you do a movie like Pearl Harbour for example, which is spread over 2 discs. It should fit on two DVD5's if some of the unnessary stuff is deleted I would think, but I'm not sure how to do it yet or what programs are required.

Thanks, with a little help I'm sure I'll get this figured out.

[theReal]

golftech, you should open a new thread for that question, it has barely anything to do with the above (already answered) question - the chances are better you will get answers!

Nero Recode can do what you want to do (strip unnecessary stuff and trim, split or combine DVD video). I think DVDShrink can't trim/split, but I haven't used it for a while.

[golftech]

Is recode freeware? I suppose I could start a new thread, but I hate to ask too many questions as I'm sure all the answers are on this site but I don't have hours of spare time to search and the searches I've tryed like 1:1 copies didn't turnup anything.

Thanks

[theReal]

No, recode is not freeware, but it's not too expensive either.
It's part of the Nero Vision Express Software bundle

[feedback]

If you start a new thread you will get more help.
Something like "One DVD-9 to Two DVD-5's, suggestions anyone?"
Also, do you want to keep the Menus or just the main movie?

theReal was correct in stating that you are way off topic:)

You may want to start the thread in the Newbie forum if not here.

[golftech]

Well considering I started the thread I didn't think I was way off topic by adding to the original question.

[theReal]

theReal was correct in stating that you are way off topic I didn't say "way off topic", but also the question wasn't really "adding to the original question" either... :)

Please note that nobody wants to be rude, but you will really get more answers in a new thread! When a 100% final answer has been given to a question then hardly anyone reads beyond that answer :)

[feedback]

@ theReal
How about "implied" not stated, he was somewhat off topic:D
Don't mean to put words in your mouth.
I would have PM you but yours is off.:)

Regards

[golftech]

Sorry, I didn't mean or intend to bend any forum rules. I'll start another thread unless of course someone answers my last question.

Thanks