Hello all. I haven't posted here very much -- a couple questions here and there, IIRC. But I have been using the combination of AnyDVD and Clone DVD for more than three years to back up my DVDs, usually with great success.
My only problem is that because I AM using AnyDVD and CloneDVD, I have never needed to learn very much about the actual processes involved in ripping and burning. It has always been so darned simplified for me with these applications that I never saw the need to take the time to learn all that is available.
But I really would like to learn more about the mechanics of ripping/burning. I have been reading an immense number of forum posts here, at CDFreaks, and at VideoHelp. Of ocurse you can't really learn, though, until you start doing what you are trying to learn about, and of course..........asking questions.
So here are some questions about items for which that I am trying to get a better understanding. Some are probably pretty stupid sounding; if so, just tell me -- please just don't try to rip my head off or anything, because I am trying to keep the really stupid questions to myself!! Also, if asking a number of questions in one post is poor protocol here, let me know and I will quickly break them off into separate threads. OK? Well, here goes!
First, I am using a custom Falcon Northwest PC running XP SP2 (Professional) w/specs as follow:
I have a number of applications on my PC that have DVD burning capability, but I never run more than one. I do not allow any of their packet writing engines to be loaded in the background, as I know that can wreak havoc with other apps. However I do understand that having multiple apps that can perform the same functions can still cause conflists, fighting over control of drivers and libraries, etc., so can anyone tell me if there are likely to be conflicts with the following apps installed on the same PC:
Two more applications -- and maybe more -- come with the capability of burning their own data to DVD. While I do not use those capabilities, could these cause any conflicts:
I know that some of those have a lot of overlapping features, but I use each for different functions. E.g., editing audio tracks is done in Nero using Nero Mix, Nero SoundTrax. Roxio primarily for self-made DVD authoring, and also for the ability to burn recorded TV to DVD. I could do without Ulead, but it came already setup to convert and burn the TV programs recorded from the TV Tuner and I have been too lazy to reconfigure it all! (At one time only Sonic - now Roxio - could convert and burn the Microsoft Recorded TV format: ms-dvr I think, though now others can accomplish it).
Am I likely causing conflicts with all of these installed on my PC? I realize that I could most likely use other smaller apps to accomplish those features, but I have found I like certain modules of both Nero and Roxio - though I would love a chance to do away with both!
For DVD movie backups, I have never used anything but AnyDVD and Clone DVD. I did go through a stretch several months ago where I could make only coasters. I tried to get help at CDFreaks but got someone who was, though a long time poster there, in a bad mood I guess and he not very helpful. Rather offensive at times! I was using Ritek media because at one time it was recommended at VideoHelp. I switched to TY and still couldn't get one to work. As it turned out, after two AnyDVD upgrades everything got back to normal - I can even burn well again on that cakestack of Ritek. I have a feeling that the AnyDVD versions then interacted poorly with my Sony 820A, since it all started working great again with no changes at all except AnyDVD updates.
Next question: I have always just had AnyDVD running in the background, placed a DVD to be copied in the DVD-ROM drive, blank media (DVD5) in the burner, and use CloneDVD2 in the "Clone" mode to back up my DVDs. Since that worked so well from the start I never saw a need to change. However with all the advances lately (DL, HD, etc.) I try to keep up with what others are using. I see that some say to first rip the DVD, and then take the VideoTS folder from the DVD and place it on the desktop. Then point CloneDVD2 at that folder and burn away. Is there any advantage to doing that instead of just using CloneDVD2 immediately and letting AnyDVD do its thing "on the fly"?
I also see where some say you should always rip the DVD first, and only then burn the backup. Is there a particular benefit to always ripping first?
In order to remove the warnings and such from DVDs before backing them up, is it required to rip them first and then use another application to edit those annoyances out? (Like FixVTS?). I had thought there was a way to do that directly with AnyDVD, but I do not see that selection anymore. I never used to bother, but now I have some DVDs where there are warnings, then more warnings, and also mini-features about how pirating is theft, etc. It has become more than just annoying! What is the best method for removal?
That's enough questions for now! I still want to learn a few other things, but this post is already much too long.
Thanks in advance for any advice!
Jim
My only problem is that because I AM using AnyDVD and CloneDVD, I have never needed to learn very much about the actual processes involved in ripping and burning. It has always been so darned simplified for me with these applications that I never saw the need to take the time to learn all that is available.
But I really would like to learn more about the mechanics of ripping/burning. I have been reading an immense number of forum posts here, at CDFreaks, and at VideoHelp. Of ocurse you can't really learn, though, until you start doing what you are trying to learn about, and of course..........asking questions.
So here are some questions about items for which that I am trying to get a better understanding. Some are probably pretty stupid sounding; if so, just tell me -- please just don't try to rip my head off or anything, because I am trying to keep the really stupid questions to myself!! Also, if asking a number of questions in one post is poor protocol here, let me know and I will quickly break them off into separate threads. OK? Well, here goes!
First, I am using a custom Falcon Northwest PC running XP SP2 (Professional) w/specs as follow:
- AMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual Core Processor 4400+
- Corsair Twin2X 2048 MB (2 GB) RAM
- Two optical drives: a SONY DVD RW DRU-820A for burning, and a SONY DVD-ROM DDU1615 for reading. The burner's firmware is Version 1.0b, though 1.0c was out earlier this year. In looking to update mine, however, it appeared that the F/W rev was purely to address an issue where some folks' 820A writers were not recognizing media at all. I asked Sony tech support about that and they confirmed & told me if I was not having such an issue to stick with 1.0b. So I did.
- I think that's all that's pertinent, but if not let me know and I'll post the rest of my specs.
I have a number of applications on my PC that have DVD burning capability, but I never run more than one. I do not allow any of their packet writing engines to be loaded in the background, as I know that can wreak havoc with other apps. However I do understand that having multiple apps that can perform the same functions can still cause conflists, fighting over control of drivers and libraries, etc., so can anyone tell me if there are likely to be conflicts with the following apps installed on the same PC:
- CloneDVD2 2.9.0.4
- AnyDVD
- Nero 7.5 Ultra Edition (INCD NOT installed)
- Roxio Easy Media Creator 8.1
- Ulead DVD MovieFactory 3 SE (A special, "lite" OEM version that came with my Hauppauge TV Tuner card)
- Intervideo WinDVD (Also supplied w/ the TV card)
Two more applications -- and maybe more -- come with the capability of burning their own data to DVD. While I do not use those capabilities, could these cause any conflicts:
- Acronis True Image Home 10 (Backup disk imaging - can burn to DVD)
- SimpleStar PhotoDeluxe (Creates great Flash photo slideshows with special effects and super transitions, I think claims to allow self-burning to DVD)
I know that some of those have a lot of overlapping features, but I use each for different functions. E.g., editing audio tracks is done in Nero using Nero Mix, Nero SoundTrax. Roxio primarily for self-made DVD authoring, and also for the ability to burn recorded TV to DVD. I could do without Ulead, but it came already setup to convert and burn the TV programs recorded from the TV Tuner and I have been too lazy to reconfigure it all! (At one time only Sonic - now Roxio - could convert and burn the Microsoft Recorded TV format: ms-dvr I think, though now others can accomplish it).
Am I likely causing conflicts with all of these installed on my PC? I realize that I could most likely use other smaller apps to accomplish those features, but I have found I like certain modules of both Nero and Roxio - though I would love a chance to do away with both!
For DVD movie backups, I have never used anything but AnyDVD and Clone DVD. I did go through a stretch several months ago where I could make only coasters. I tried to get help at CDFreaks but got someone who was, though a long time poster there, in a bad mood I guess and he not very helpful. Rather offensive at times! I was using Ritek media because at one time it was recommended at VideoHelp. I switched to TY and still couldn't get one to work. As it turned out, after two AnyDVD upgrades everything got back to normal - I can even burn well again on that cakestack of Ritek. I have a feeling that the AnyDVD versions then interacted poorly with my Sony 820A, since it all started working great again with no changes at all except AnyDVD updates.
Next question: I have always just had AnyDVD running in the background, placed a DVD to be copied in the DVD-ROM drive, blank media (DVD5) in the burner, and use CloneDVD2 in the "Clone" mode to back up my DVDs. Since that worked so well from the start I never saw a need to change. However with all the advances lately (DL, HD, etc.) I try to keep up with what others are using. I see that some say to first rip the DVD, and then take the VideoTS folder from the DVD and place it on the desktop. Then point CloneDVD2 at that folder and burn away. Is there any advantage to doing that instead of just using CloneDVD2 immediately and letting AnyDVD do its thing "on the fly"?
I also see where some say you should always rip the DVD first, and only then burn the backup. Is there a particular benefit to always ripping first?
In order to remove the warnings and such from DVDs before backing them up, is it required to rip them first and then use another application to edit those annoyances out? (Like FixVTS?). I had thought there was a way to do that directly with AnyDVD, but I do not see that selection anymore. I never used to bother, but now I have some DVDs where there are warnings, then more warnings, and also mini-features about how pirating is theft, etc. It has become more than just annoying! What is the best method for removal?
That's enough questions for now! I still want to learn a few other things, but this post is already much too long.
Thanks in advance for any advice!
Jim