How good is full hd upscaling on dvd players?

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bossman xx

I own a 46 inch full hd sony bravia tv and i wanted to buy sony full hd upscaling dvd player but i wanted to ask how good is the upscaling, will it actually be full hd when i put in a normal dvd?
thanks for the help :)

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Most manufacturer have stopped producing stand alone DVD players. I have stopped buying Sony electronic for over 15 years now. There product is not very reliable from my experience, 2 Sony DVD players model 7000 and 7700 with a purchase price over over $1,000 each and they did not last more than 3 years, also purchased the firs HDTV CRT 34" and it also lasted only 3 years and purchase price of $6,400. I purchase the first generation blu ray disc player from Panasonic model BD-10 (4 years old) and it is still working today and have played over 300 blu ray disc movies. Blu ray disc player does a better job in up scaling the dvd movie than the dvd player. Hope this will help you out.

Do I need an upscaling DVD player with my new HDTV?

g c

Hello. I Just got a Panasonic TH-42PX60U. I have an older Panasonic DVD-S35 DVD player (progressive scan). I'm about to go out and buy component cables (not S-video cable which is the only other plug in the back of the dvd player).

Should I buy the component cables or just go buy a new upscaling DVD player?

Thanks from a true newbie.

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Just use the DVD player you have for now. Component cables will get you great picture quality and you will be able to take advantage of the progressive scan capabilities of your DVD player with these as well. Make sure you enable this option on your DVD player. It will either be in the on screen setup menu or as a switch on the unit itself.

You're TV has a built in upscaler that will automatically scale the 480p resolution sent out by your DVD player to the native resolution of the display. The reason why upconverting DVD players exist is just because they have chips that try to do it better than the built in upscalers. Some DVD players excel at this and some do it no better or even worse than the TV.

Will it make a difference if you had a very good quality upconverting DVD player such as an OPPO? Yes it would make a difference. Is it worth dumping a perfectly good DVD player and buying a $200+ one? No. The difference in picture quality will be minimal and mainly discernable in text. Most people will not be able to tell the difference watching the actual movie from normal viewing distances.

Also, when you go buy component cables, DO NOT let them sucker you into Monster or other expensive cables that will claim to increase your picture quality. Either get a generic phillips or something brand for fairly cheap or buy them from www.monoprice.com. Try not to spend over $20 for a 6 foot cable.

Enjoy your television. It is an excellent plasma.

P.S. turn the video settings off "Vivid" and to "standard". Vivid will oversaturate some colors and make things look unnatural.

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What is the best dual screen portable DVD player for the car?

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Steven

I am looking for either a mountable or headrest-inserted DVD player for my car. I would prefer if each screen could play separate movies, but that is not a contingency. The main thing is that I would like to be able to control the player from the front seat without having to turn around and push any buttons (stopping to change DVD is ok). Cost is a factor, but quality and features are a must. Thanks.

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what about this type http://www.autodvdgps.com

How to play game cube in the car using a portable dvd player?

Jenny

We are traveling for 18 hours and we came up with the idea of playing game cube in the car using a dual screen portable dvd player. How do i do this? What do i need? I need step by step instructions. Thanx

*A friend of mine did this years ago....so i know its possible

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Um cables

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Is it possible to update/change a Laptop (VAIO) DVD Player to a Blue Ray Player?

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TheHelper

I have a VAIO Laptop with a DVD Player (Windows Media Player). Is it possible If the shop can change my DVD Player so that it can play Blue Rays and DVDs?

Thank You,
X
PS: If possible, please list your source.

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I can't say definitely for your model, but usually laptop CD/DVD/Blu-ray drives are replaceable even if they're not meant to be user replaceable.

Your best option is to take it to a computer repair shop, they can open it up and have a look
(note opening laptops is a very fiddly procedure there is like a million screws and you need a precision screwdriver set to do it.).

If it is, you or the repair shop should be able to purchase a " laptop blu ray drive " from ebay or a computer parts seller. It doesn't matter what make, it's a standard fitting.

HTH

How do I convert a Window Media Video to a DVD so that it will play on my DVD player on my TV not my computer?

GodJon

Making a disk that can play on my DVD player using Window media videos.

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Use Nero or Roxio to create a DVD with your DVD Burner. There are also other programs out there that will make DVD compliant disks.

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Can anyone suggest the items to buy from USA to my relatives in india as I am returning to india.?

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Pramod

I am in US now,on visiting visa.Coming back to india next week.

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buying dresses are not economical. Most of the dresses made in India, China, Pakisthan & srilanka. Without a sale that is costlier than Indian Price.

You can buy chocolates ( hersheys , Kisses, snickers, mars etc..)
cosmetics, Camera , Camcorder, Laptop, Toys, Decoartion items are the items , perfumes, Car accessories , Winter clothings,

Mobile phone unlocked version can buy only if the that support quad band/Triband. Dual band phones used in USA will not work in India.

can buy electronic items except DVD players and TV.
Buy only if the electrical and electronic items can operate in 220V Ac or Just with Batteries.

Is there some kind of area coding for Xbox 360 games?

Atrayo

K live in South Africa and plan to get Band Hero Beatles, I have looked around for good prices and have found that its cheaper to buy it overseas and ship it in to the country. my only worry is if maybe different countries have different coding like how older DVD s had region codes. so they you couldn't buy a DVD from a country that didn't have the same region as your DVD player.

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PAL: Europe, South Africa, India, Australia, and New Zealand
NTSC: North America and South America (United States, Canada, Mexico, Chile, and Brazil)
NTSC-J: Asia (Hong Kong, Japan, Korea, Singapore, and Taiwan)

Any game from Europe will work on your xbox

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What is the difference between a dvd player and a blu-ray dvd player?

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Sol

I always used a DVD player to watch movies.

I have to buy a new DVD Player because my old one broke. Why should I want to buy a Blu-ray dvd player instead of a regular dvd player.

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DVD players scan discs with red lasers and Blu-Ray players scan discs with blue lasers. I'm not joking about the laser part. That's how it really works!

Will hotshield allow the internet to stream to my tv through a blu ray dvd player in Japan.?

Scott

I am in the military stationed in Japan and I can watch tv shows through hulu with hotshield on my computer and I want to know if I buy a blu-ray dvd player will it stream to my tv. Will netflix stream as well?

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NO only thru UR computer or cable

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Help with connecting a dvd player to an older tv and dvr?

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Lisa

I have an older tv with a dvr from comcast. I want to attach a dvd player so that my kids can watch movies. I can't seem to get it to work. When I attach the dvd player to the tv with an s cable I still hear sound from the cable and not from the dvd. Any ideas?

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It sounds like you're using what is essentially a shared input. If you look at the back of your TV, is there only one set of inputs? That would be yellow, red, and white RCA-type inputs along side an S-video input. If so, that set is designed to use either the composite input or the S-video, not both.

The red input is right audio, white is left audio, yellow is composite video. S-video is a somewhat better video connection method than composite video, and does not carry audio at all.

If you have more than one set of inputs, use different inputs for the DVD player and DVR. For example, DVD on input 1, DVR on input 2. If there is only one set, you have a couple of options - You can connect the DVR to the TV with coaxial cable and connect the DVD player to the S-video (don't forget to connect the DVD player audio outputs to the TV's inputs). Or, you could get a Video Switch and connect both the DVD and DVR to the switch and connect the switch to the TV.

An example of a switch: http://www.amazon.com/RCA-VH911-Video-Switch-Box/dp/B00008X5DE

Converting windows movie maker so i can play it in my dvd player?

BBguy

I have been messing around with the windows movie maker on my computer.I have made one with pictures and music of the kids.I have saved it to the computer but how do I convert it over to a cd that I can play on my dvd player so the kids can watch it on the tv?

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I think you need this http://download.cnet.com/E-M-Total-Video-Converter-Command-Line/3000-18515_4-10906888.html Its a program that lets you convert Avi to DvD, or anything really. To take the watermark off, you need a registration code. Heres the code http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0zUC9H6ulro
Then, you need to intall it.
Click on the window
select "import media files"
import the video you want
got to "convert & burn" tab
select Dvd video
When its done, burn it to a dvd
there it is

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Can a Phillips portable DVD player connect to mac?

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Q. I have got lots films on discs I wanted to know if I can connect my DVD player to my computer(mac) and be able to record them so that I can keep them on my Hardrive
By CDs I mean old memories

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If you mean the kind of thing that looks a bit like a laptop which you put a DVD into and then watch it on its screen, no, that won't connect to your Mac.

What you need is a DVD drive - are you sure your Mac doesn't already have a slot where you can insert a CD/DVD? If it does, great - if not you can buy an external drive you can plug into USB, like this one: http://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Writer-External-Optical-Drive/dp/B003M0NT1M/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1365693911&sr=1-1&keywords=usb+dvd+drive

Once you have the DVD in the computer or in a drive connected to the computer, you can copy it to your hard drive. If it's a data CD or DVD just copy the files to your hard drive - but if it's an audio CD, use iTunes to "rip" the music into files on your hard drive, or if it's a DVD with movies/videos, use the instructions here: http://mac.appstorm.net/how-to/video-how-to/how-to-rip-dvds-into-itunes/

How do you get rid of subtitles on DVD Player?

oheyohey

I can't seem to get rid of the subtitles that appear every time I watch something on my mac with the application DVD Player. It is not the disk that is set up to have subtitles. Any ideas?

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I guess this is an option to remove the subtitles on your player. You can right click the movie while player and it should give an an option there which says primary subtitle. Click no subtitle.

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How long does it take for Geek Squad to repair a Home Theater DVD Player?

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Mitch

I sent in my DVD player to my home theater system today on August 16, 2012. I was wondering about how long it takes for Geek Squad to fix things like that, and a possible estimate of how much money they will charge.

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geek squad can't help you find your way out of a we paper bag. they are truly useless there like a warranty they just make you feel more secure about a product you spend a lot of money for that you don't really understand. you know like a emergency exit on a airplane....

How do i get my DVD Player fixed?

Mark C

I paid a lot of money for my DVD Player 6 years ago and the insurance has just run out on it and typically it has stopped working just after my cover ran out! Grrrrr

I have tried putting discs into it which claim to clean the lense but to no avail.

It plays CD's but not DVD's which i find odd, does anyone know anything that i can do to try and fix this without forking out on a repair man as i have been quoted and it is going to cost a lot of money.

Thanks guys

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There are a few things that you can try. First try cleaning the disc with a window cleaner. Spray it directly on the disc and let it sit there for about 10 seconds. Then try the disc again. You can also try a player reset. To do this, you will need to unplug the player from the wall for about 10-15 minutes. I have seen this get some trouble some players working. If that does not work, it is most likely an issue with the player an you can get it looked at or get a new one.

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how to tell if a harddrive FAT or mac OS format?

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Simply_kri

Hi,
Am planning to hook up my 80gb harddrive to an uupconverting DVD player.Specs say it takes only FAT systems.I am mac user and i have used this drive with both mac and PC.will the dvd player recognize my drive?

Thank you all in advance.

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Or, you can use software to reformat the HD into FAT system. I know when you install Ubuntu Linux there is an option to format your partition to FAT.

What software package is there to allow DVD movie playback in Ubuntu?

joe f

How can I play regular off the shelf DVD movies in Ubuntu? Ubuntu's movie player won't playback regular movie DVDs. It comes back with an error msg stating "Error: Cannot read source". I think this is because the movie DVD is encrypted. Surely there must be some software out there that will permit me to take my Blockbuster movie - as an example - and play it back perfectly on my Linux machine. Help!

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VLC MEDIA PLAYER it is highly compatible
here is the instruction to download the software and oh~! it free!

Applications -> Ubuntu Software Centre or Applications -> Add/Remove Appications. Search for "VLC Media Player" and download the program with the orange cone icon. If you don't see an orange cone, the icon might be a cardboard box with all kinds of stuff sticking out of it. In that case, look at the discriptions. Install VLC and then use it to play your movie or DVD.

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How can I use my laptop dvd player with the top down?

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Curious

I use my laptop as my entertainment center brain.I want to use itwith the top down after I start the movie or with my wireless desk top. How please? I'm using Win 7 on a Toshiba Satelite. The computer cuts off when the top is put down.

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You have to change the Power Options on your system to disable the Sleep Mode when closing the lid.

1. Open Power Options by clicking the Start button Picture of the Start button, clicking Control Panel, clicking System and Security, and then clicking Power Options.
2. In the left pane, Choose what closing the lid does (available only on laptops).
3. On the Define power buttons and turn on password protection page, choose the settings that you want to use when your computer is running on battery (if applicable), and when it's plugged in.
4. Click Save changes.

is there a burning program that converts a movie and burns it ?

curious bo

is there a burning program that converts a movie and burns it?

what i mean is is there a program where you can just select an avi video and the program will convert it into a dvd format which you could play on your dvd player and then burn it onto a disk .

an example is windows dvd maker but because i now have xp not win 7 or win vista i cant get it

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Well, u can have a try with this DVD Creator( http://wannasoft.com/iMacsoft-DVD-Creator/ ) which enables u to burn DVD movie and create DVD movie from AVI, MPEG, DAT, MPG, WMV, ASF, MP4, H261, H264, DV, 3GP, 3G2 and VOB with high burning speed and excellent quality.

It works for me great

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Why won't my camcorder DVD work in my DVD player or laptop?

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SteveO1608

I bought a DVD camcorder and it plays 31/2 disc. When I am done using the camcorder I can play it back in my camcorder to view, but I can't seem to view it in my DVD player or laptop. I tried a couple of different disc so I know it is not the disc. A little help here please.

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Your camcorder probably uses DVD-RAM discs, which most laptops and DVD player's do not support.

You can either buy a DVD player that supports DVD-RAM, or you can buy DVD +/- R Discs for your camcorder. If you use a +/- r you will need to finalize it before you can watch it on your DVD player. When you do this it's locked forever and you can't edit or change it.

What are good Christmas presents for someone headed to Boot Camp in January 2007?

swhertzber

My brother-in-law is shipping off to Boot Camp in January, and my wife and I are wondering what sort of things he is allowed to bring. Books? Portable dvd player? Laptop? Any ideas and suggestions would be helpful!

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Not many personal items are ALLOWED in Boot Camp, definitely NOT DVD players & Ipods.

They are confiscated during the term then returned to the person as they depart for school.
Instead, put together a care-package.
Small items such as fingernail clippers, stamps for writing letters, a couple of decent cheap writing pens that will not leak and do not have caps that you will lose, baby powder for feet and for that rash that WILL show up, heavy duty healing ointment like Aquaphor for dried cracked skin, Ben Gay is a must, disposable lighters (they are not used for smoking either), large package of Q-tips (helps in rifle cleaning among other things), a small portable shoe shine kit with Kiwi Boot Black (black boots are still used in training), small sewing kit like you use with camping gear, some acne medication (everyone breaks out due to all the dirt and sweating), a couple of unscented antiperspirants, plain writing tablet with plain envelopes, a couple of small notebooks, a black, brown, or olive green waterproof watch with a net band, and a Pre-Paid calling card!

I know it doesn't sound like much but you have no idea how much those things will be appreciated if you don't have those things with you. Save your portable DVD players & Ipods for their graduation presents from Boot Camp where they will actually be able to enjoy them.

Also, 3/4 small laminated waterproof photos of friends & family is nice to have.

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What is a good DVD player for Windows 8?

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RocKstar

I have an HP laptop and the DVD player that comes with it sucks so much. Can anyone give me the name of a DVD/media player that actually works well with Windows 8?

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Now i am using dvdfab media player on my new win8 operating system.You can also have a try with this one.

What is the best app for windows 8 that will allow me to watch DVD video?

Eva

Windows media player is available for windows 8, but it does not allow people to watch a DVD video. What application should I download that will allow me to watch DVD videos on windows 8?

Answer
Try VLC Media Player

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Is there any online retailer selling DVD players but has these kinds of DVD players and has shipping?

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Wilderness

has DVD players ( like specifically VHS to DVD converter function also on the DVD player)
Is their return policy good and do they have any actual stores in S. Ca ?

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Circuit City is everywhere and they have a good selection...

http://www.circuitcity.com/ssm/DVD-VCR-combos/sem/rpsm/c/1/catOid/-13255/N/20012866+20012872+20013255/link/ref/rpem/ccd/categorylist.do

Is it possible to connect 2 independent portable dvd players in my vehicle so that one movie can be shown?

Katz21_98

I want to install two independent portable dvd players in my Expedition, but also want the capability of showing one movie on both screens without having to have 2 of the same dvd. Is this possible? If so, how can I do it?

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portable and not portable the answer is yes. You can install many multiple dvd players as long as you have a audio and video divider from radio shaq or from other places. I used to have 2 dvd players, and 5 screens. The answer is yes. you just have to get the audio/video divider. but as far as listening by using your car stereo is hard to do and may be impossible unless you have a different receiver on it. You can do this. just put ear phones on both and you can still listen to your music in your car.

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Is it possible to update/change a Laptop (VAIO) DVD Player to a Blue Ray Player?

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TheHelper

I have a VAIO Laptop with a DVD Player (Windows Media Player). Is it possible If the shop can change my DVD Player so that it can play Blue Rays and DVDs?

Thank You,
X
PS: If possible, please list your source.

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I can't say definitely for your model, but usually laptop CD/DVD/Blu-ray drives are replaceable even if they're not meant to be user replaceable.

Your best option is to take it to a computer repair shop, they can open it up and have a look
(note opening laptops is a very fiddly procedure there is like a million screws and you need a precision screwdriver set to do it.).

If it is, you or the repair shop should be able to purchase a " laptop blu ray drive " from ebay or a computer parts seller. It doesn't matter what make, it's a standard fitting.

HTH

What should I do if I want to burn mov video files on to dvd so that can be played on house dvd player?

Daphne

I'm trying to put videos on a dvd to be played on my dvd player. I use windows dvd maker but it won't load the mov files and pretty much all the video I'm able to downlaod are mov. I really want to burn them on my blank dvds. Is there a program I can burn mov videos for dvd playback?

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You can first convert mov video files format to dvd disk compatible format.Then look for one available dvd burner software or dvd creator software to burn the files onto one blank dvd disk.

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Where in Delhi can I buy region free DVD players?

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shaikat r

My Philips DVD player has got region locked. I subscribe to original DVDs from an online store but they seem to be offering them from all over the world. While these are not pirated, they are not of this region either. I'm stuck!!
Where can I buy region-free DVD players from in Delhi? Suggested brands? How and where in Delhi do I get my player converted to region-free?

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Most in this forum live in North America, predominately in the USA, and have no knowledge of what is available in India. At the bottom of each Yahoo Answers page is International Answers. I suggest you go there, click on India, and post your question. You will be communicating directly with people who live in India and might be able to help!

How much customs duty do I need to pay at India-Chennai Airport on a LCD TV?

masth2006

How much customs duty do I need to pay at India-Chennai Airport on a 11 month used LCD TV for worth around 23000 IRS (Bill available) as i cancelled my work visa and settledown back in India next week from UAE. Additional to that i have one used DVD local player worth around 1000 IRS and personal use mobile,Laptop.Please advice me...

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around 15% on list prices

AM

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How to convert a Windows wmv file onto a playable DVD?

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ShogunOrta

Well, I've got some movies that I have saved on a thumb drive, but currently my computer is busted so I can't watch them. However, I do have an external DVD player hooked up to my TV which is working. So is there a way to burn a Windows Media Player wmv. file onto a DVD or CD so that my TV - DVD can play it?

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If you wanna make a DVD that will work on a standard DVD player, you will need a DVD burning tool to do this. Just copy the movie to a DVD disc, it will actually not read by DVD players.

The best and most reliable DVD burning tool that I've ever used is a tool called DVD Creator. It's able to burn all kinds of videos to DVD disc. After that, you can view the DVD on DVD player. It also lets you edit videos and create DVD menus. Easy to use and professional.

You should really give it a try. You may check out at:
http://www.dvd-creator-converter.com/tutorials/convert-wmv-to-dvd.html

Best of luck.

Do you need special hardware or software to capture the screens from a DVD?

ckweho@yah

Do you need special hardware or software to capture the screens from a DVD? I have an old (2002) laptop. The drive is dead and removed. Is there a way to use it only as a monitor from my external DVD player/burner?

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Yes. I use X2X Free Video Capture.

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Are there any car stereo dvd players that have built in hard drives?

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chris s

I can't seem to find a car stereo that stores music and can be operated by a touchscreen like a dvd player has. Are there any like this? How about one that has apps like Pandora?
I'm not looking for one that uses the phone's or iPod's storage though, I'm looking for one that has it's own. But thanks for answering.

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I just got the Pioneer AVH3300. It doesn't have internal storage, but it has USB and AUX connections so I just plug my iPod into it. It is touchscreen and plays DVD's. Also, if you have a smartphone you can download a Pandora app to it, and plug in your phone via an AUX cable.

how do i copy by camcorder videos so i can watch them on a dvd player?

James T

I have copied my camcorder videos to my computer and external hard drive and then to a dvd. When I put the dvd into a dvd player it doesnt read it. What did I do wrong?

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There are lots of standards regarding video format, disk format, file names etc that have to be followed to make a playable DVD. DVD Flick is a free app that will do all the conversions and DVD burning for you, and it's free.

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