DVD to iPod Video Converter Guide with Advanced Features
Converting DVD movies to iPod is so prevalent since the come-out of Video iPod in late 2005, and a good DVD to iPod Movie Converter even rocks more than new iPod products today because Apple never develops iPod software entirely.
The following is a complete step-by-step guide on DVD to iPod Movie conversion.
Step 1: Download and Install the PQ DVD to iPod Video Converter Suite. Launch it.
Step 2: Load the DVD or any video file you want to convert, and Click "Open" to "Open DVD" or "Open Video File". Then begin the play access.
Step3: Before you begin converting your DVD, you can also choose the particular output path of your ripped DVD that might be large in size. Click "Set Output Filename or Location" as you like.
Step 4: Since you’re not a dummy and would like to try the amazing effect that comes with the advanced features, just complete each setting on the interface.
Tips: In the interface, you can choose set the cropping and resolution of the output video, stretch or choose to auto-stretch the widescreen with aspect ratio control to your needs, and regulate the audio and video quality of output video as you like. You can also set the Video and Audio quality, and limit the estimated file size.
Step 5: Output setting is also of significance to the quality of the iPod movie you’re converting.
Choose Codec of video: Select MPEG-4(fast conversion, larger file size) or H.264(slow conversion, half the size) for the same quality as you like.
Bitrate: The bitrate refers to the number of bits per second devoted to storing the final product; the higher the bitrate, the greater the audio resolution of the final product. Bitrate (kbps) needs to be below 768 for H.264, and below 2500 for MPEG-4. PQ DVD Software recommends using lower-than-maximum numbers here, just for safety. If you’re really picky about video quality, you’ll need to test some clips to determine what looks and works best here.
Frame rate (fps): The frame rate is the number of frames or images that are projected or displayed per second. At least according to Apple’s technical specifications for the iPod, frame rate cannot exceed 30 fps regardless of whether you’re using MPEG-4 or H.264. In addition，you can also choose "Disable screensaver when recording" or "Shutdown the computer when the work is done".
Step 5: Set the exact start time and end time if you just want the video segment. Just click "Record it" if you want to convert the full-length DVD movie.
Step 6: Are u ready? Okay. Click "Record it" and see the amazing conversion process or just leave it alone. Go ahead with something else.
Step 7: Or Watch the conversion process. If you regret all you did and believe the converted video is enough, just click "Pause" or "Stop". It’s never too late.
Step 8: Leaving aside the DVDs, if you’re "well-off" in videos, you may as well choose to "Batch Convert Video Files" for batch conversion in the "Open" field. "Add", "Remove" and "Convert.", much easier than you think.
Step 9: add the converted video file by clicking "Add File to Library" in iTunes’ File menu, and select this output video file to iPod’s playlist.
Tips: When it finishes, add the converted file to your iTunes library by simply dragging it onto the iTunes icon in your Dock. Be aware that a video file that is accepted by iTunes is not always compatible with the iPod; this won’t become apparent until you synchronize the iPod.
Then, you can enjoy the exact iPod video on your iPod now. Simple and easy-to-use, isn’t it?
