Creating autostart DVD in kiosk mode?

I need to create a DVD or video file that will run in kiosk mode for an exhibit we have up. Since I've never done this before I have a few questions.
1. The video has already been created by our local cable TV folks and they said they can save it in any format we need. My first question is: what formats will work best?
2. It looks like just using the autostart feature in iDVD will allow me to create the DVD that will run automatically. Do I need to do anything to make it loop continuously?
3. One last question that might be beyond this forum: Is there a way (script, etc.) that we can start up the computer daily and have it shut down automatically, and begin running the DVD automatically? We'll be disconnecting the keyboard and mouse so that folks can't mess with the computer.
Thanks in advance for your advice/ideas.
Patrick

Hi
1. StreamingDV .DV or QuickTime full quality and as .mov
2. Don't know if this can be done.
I would in iDVD import movie into Autostart box (in box view - upper left most box)
then Select Looping.
I guess that a normal TV & DVD set-top player might autostart when mains returns.
But You have to try out first to be sure.
Yours Bengt W

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