Putting DVDs on iPod using Windows

I want to put music videos and movies I have on DVD onto my iPod. Anybody know any ways to do this, or any programs I may need?
Im sure this is something every iPod Video owner wants to do, so Im sure that if there is a way, that someone has found it. I appreciate any help. Thanks.
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Try using hte search function there are many ,many topics on what to use and how to use them. It is really pretty easy to do

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Putting Dvds on ipod using QT pro

I heard a rumor that you can use quick time pro to take a movie from a Dvd and import it on to your ipod. Is this true..or false? And if it is true anybody know how to do it?
thanks

QT will read non-encrypted DVDs if you buy the $20 Mpeg2component from the Apple Store but it will not read Hollywood movies, which are encrypted. Even if the DVD is not encrypted it will not read transport streams or the audio on disks which use AC3 audio encoding.

How To Copy DVDs to iPod using free software for Windows

To take existing DVDs that you have around the house and put them onto iPod:
You'll need two programs, DVD Decrypter and Videora iPod Converter.
Now, use this step by step tutorial for converting DVDs with DVD Decrypter. Note: Once you reach the part about PSP Video 9, stop watching and use the 'One Click Transcode' option in Videora to select and convert the VOB file that DVD Decrypter produces.
Once you have a converted file, add it to iTunes in the same way as music (drag it into the iTunes library) and it will automatically copy across to your iPod.

Is that an error message coming up when you try to use the program? If not, I wouldn't worry about it.
If you cannot get DVDs to rip then that could be a problem. But to be honest, I have no idea what an ASPI layer is and my copy of DVD Decrypter works fine. I suspect this is probably an integral Windows component and you already have it.

How do you put homemade videos on an iPod using Windows???

I'm so annoyed. I spent my only phone support call to Apple trying to figure out how to get a home made video clip onto my Video iPod and they have no idea unless you are a Mac user. I have successfully put DVDs on the iPod using DVD Decrypter and Nero Recode but if you want to export a small clip, from Adobe Preimere for example, it seems impossible. Can anyone help???? I have exported a clip from Premiere and it says it's a Quicktime file but when I open the file in Quicktime Pro and "export to iPod" it will be rejected after dragging it to the iPod Library. There are programs to help you complete this task if you are a Mac user but I can't find any solution for PC. Any suggestions? I just want to be able to take a segment of video I made on a minidv camcorder and put it on the iPod. I know how to capture and edit it using Premiere but how do I save/export the clip in a file format that Quicktime and/or the iPod will recognize?

There are many options that work great for windows users. I personnaly use "Video Vault for the IPOD". My home movies where captured to the hard drive as MPEG 2. The above software will accept just about any file (DVIx, XVId AVI, DV, MPEG 1/2, WMV, Realplayer etc.) and format and convert for you. I have over 280 video files currently on my IPOD. The software is not freeware, but you get a good product for your money. It will automatically transfer the file when complete to your IPOD. Music videos take about 1 minute to convert from WMV format. TV shows in MPEG 2 format take about 6 minutes and a 2 hour movie takes about 48 minutes. It has a very fast encoder and keeps your audio and video streams in perfect snyc. Use Google and you can download a trial to try it out. It is really easy to convert videos to your IPOD. You just need the right software. I see so many MAC users stating that us "Windows" users have so few options other than "Videora". While MAc's have some very good software programs, so do we, you just need to find the right one. Good luck and stay positive. Don't hesitate if you need more help to post back.

How do you put a homemade video clip on iPod using Windows?

I'm so annoyed. I spent my only phone support call to Apple trying to figure out how to get a home made video clip onto my Video iPod and they have no idea unless you are a Mac user. I have successfully put DVDs on the iPod using DVD Decrypter and Nero Recode but if you want to export a small clip, from Adobe Preimere for example, it seems impossible. Can anyone help???? I have exported a clip from Premiere and it says it's a Quicktime file but when I open the file in Quicktime Pro and "export to iPod" it will be rejected after dragging it to the iPod Library. There are programs to help you complete this task if you are a Mac user but I can't find any solution for PC. Any suggestions? I just want to be able to take a segment of video I made on a minidv camcorder and put it on the iPod. I know how to capture and edit it using Premiere but how do I save/export the clip in a file format that Quicktime and/or the iPod will recognize?

Hope you got things working - if not try these tips and tutorials:
"Converting video for the Video iPod"
<http://www.twelveblackcodemonkeys.com/convertingvideo_for_the_videoipod.htm>
"What The ****, Why Won't iTunes Transfer My Video File?"
<http://www.members.shaw.ca/Kyle-Rogers/>
Using these I have got all my vids working! - Good luck!!!
(You could also try the forums up at http://forums.ilounge.com)
~~ViShVa~~
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How to Put DVD on iPod??

The sole purpose of getting my new iPod (I previously had a mini) was to watch movies for this summers long plane rides. Lo and behold, i'm have many difficulties putting the movie onto my 60GB white iPod. Any way/tips that can help me?

There is at least one way on each operating system (windows and mac) to rip your own dvds and then transfer them to itunes and finally put them on your ipod. A mac is the easiest of the two ways. If you have a mac, then you download a program off of the web called handbrake (just "google" >handbrake rip dvds< and its homepage should pop up. Handbrake allows you to copy and convert your dvds to ipod format. On a windows operating system the most effective way i have found to rip my dvds is quicktime pro ($25-$35). It basically does the same thing as handbrake. I, myself, have simply converted some videos, like sports shows and commercials, to ipod format using itunes and both the video and audio worked fine.
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I hope this helps!

Help putting dvd onto ipod video

how do i put dvd onto an ipod video
someone please help me

first get dvd shrink off of google and then get the ipod videora convertor
1 open the dvd using dvd shrink go to the preferences and turn it off from splitting the files into 1 gb parts if u dont then it will split the files which u dont want to happen
2 then go to reauthor at the top of the window and go to the dvd drive and then double click the main movie it should move to the other column then click back up at the top of the window pick the spot to back up to
3 after backing up go to the folder then go to the VOB file and the easiest way to do it is to put t on your desktop
4 open the convertor and go to convert then go to transcode video then use browser to find the video
5 rename the video and add it to i tunes done

Don't know how to put DVD on Ipod

I am new to Quiktime pro, the only reason i bought it was so i could put DVDs on my 5g Ipod. I now have quicktime pro and I don't know how to even put the DVD onto the player. If sombody could please expain this to me.

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Updating an iPOD using Windows format

I just tried to update both my step-daughter's & wife's iPODs and it tells me that they can't be updated because they both use windows format. They were first used on other computers, which are both Microsoft, so I'm assuming this is the reason its a windows format.
There is an option to reset the iPOD to its original setting, would this make them an apple or MAC format? If so, would all the info be lost. I'm asking this because I we want the updated software for the iPODs.
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If you want to reformat the iPods for Mac you need to restore them on your Mac. Restoring will erase and reformat the iPod's hard drive, reload the software with the Mac version and put it back to default settings, so if you have songs on your iPod that aren't on iTunes you will lose them if you have no back up. Once the restore is complete follow the on screen instructions to name the iPod and automatically sync your songs and videos onto the fresh installation. Press Done and the iPod will appear in iTunes and start to sync. If you want to update manually or using selected playlists uncheck the box beside the sync automatically instruction and press Done, it will default to manual mode and you can choose whatever setting you like: Restoring iPod to factory settings with iTunes

Transfering DVD to iPOD using quicktime

I recently purchased Quick time and cant figure out how to get a dvd on my iPOD using quick time. I know its possible but I dont think that the instuctions are dummy proof. Ive tryed new and old DVDs with no help. Please help me

QT will not read DVD vob files unless you pay for the
Apple mpeg2playbackcomponent- $20 from Apple. Even
then there are a number of limitations you should
check out before purchase. Most notable is that even
with the component it will not read encrypted
Hollywood movie DVDs. Here is a link for the mpeg2
FAQ:
http://www.apple.com/quicktime/mpeg2/faq.html
It also will not export the sound from mpeg2 files,
although the Windows XP version of this freeware may
help if you have the Apple component: Mpeg StreamClip
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How do you put dvds on ipod

I want to know the easiest way to transfer dvds on my ipod for free. It seems kind of complicated. I just need some step by step instructions if anyone is willing or has the time to share these steps with me. I would appreciate it greatly.

It depends if you want a free program or not. I read alot of posts here before I made my decision.
I spent $30 on a program from cucusoft.com called DVD to iPod converter (I didn't need the Suite version as I only wanted to do my DVD's) When I loaded the program I had an issue with my antivirus and Spy Sweeper but I truly believe it was my computer not their program and I have all working in harmony, just had to recover and load a few programs but the program is one click easy and I've done 18 and all are perfect. I only changed one thing and that was crop mode to Stretch to fit to get full screen and not widescreen, everything else is default. Its just a tad faster than real time, an hour and 38 min movie took 1 hr and 25, and a 45 min tv show took 40 min. but my PC is not top of the line and is a year old. I set mine up to convert when I'm gone or sleeping. I'm very happy with it. You can get a trial version but it will put a watermark on what you convert but you can see how easy it is.
Try out some of the trials for the purchase software before you make your decision.
Just saw the other post but I think handbrake is for Mac users not Windows but correct me if I'm wrong.
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Upon attempting to restore ipod using latest Itunes, I am informed that "Itunes could not contactthe Ipod software update server because you are not connected to the internet" - there is no difficulty with my internet connection.
Has anyone else had the same problem ?

"Itunes could not contact the Ipod software update server because you are not connected to the internet"
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[iTunes for Windows: iTunes cannot contact the iPod or iPhone software update server|http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1814]
... if you've got Vista, see:
[iTunes for Windows Vista: iTunes cannot contact the iPod or iPhone software update server|http://support.apple.com/kb/TS2367]

Transfer ITunes music to Ipod using windows

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Wonder if anyone can help. I recently bought a new IPOD and gave my old one to me brother who has a PC. His PC does no recognise the Ipod in prefs it says IPOD not connected. Anyone any ideas about a way around this
Thanks so much
Ray
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skyreburn26 may be correct; however, it may be more than just formatting it so windows can see it.
Here is an article that might help you troubleshoot a little... it can be loaded up in the search bar from the support mainpage: 61711
link: http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=61711
Article:
Your Windows PC doesn't recognize iPod
Note: This article is for Windows users. If you have a Mac, we have a separate article for you if your iPod doesn't appear in iTunes or on the Mac desktop.
Can't see your iPod in iTunes or Windows Explorer? Remember these five basic suggestions when you run into a problem with your iPod. If one of the following doesn’t help, read on for solutions to specific problems.
Tip: Check Device Manager first (right-click on My Computer, choose Manage, and then select Device Manager). If no devices appear in the Windows Device Manager, go here.
Before starting, make sure your iPod is fully charged and then toggle the Hold switch on and off.
Reset your iPod.
Reset, Retry, Restart, Reinstall , Restore
Reset your iPod.
Retry with a different USB port.
Restart your computer and make sure you have the latest software updates installed.
Remove iTunes software and then reinstall iPod and iTunes software from latest versions on the web.
Restore your iPod. See “Updating and Restoring iPod Software” in the user's guide.
Still can't see your iPod?
Several things could keep iPod from appearing in iTunes or Windows Explorer. The most likely causes are listed below—you'll find information for both USB and FireWire (IEEE 1394) iPod connections. Check each one starting from the top of the list to see if that is what's keeping iPod from appearing.
iPod appears in Windows Explorer but not in iTunes or iPod Updater
If your iPod shows up in My Computer, but iTunes and iPod Updater don't recognize it, there may be a software conflict, or iPod Service didn't load. You may see an "iPod Service Error" alert or a "Please Reinstall iTunes" message.
If you see either of these messages, try the solutions in this article to resolve the issue.
Laptop or portable connecting via USB?
See iPod not recognized when connected to Windows laptop over USB for more information.
Your computer doesn't meet iPod system requirements
Make sure that your computer meets the system requirements to use iPod for Windows.
Your iPod displays an exclamation point folder or sad iPod icon, or doesn't appear in iTunes or My Computer
If your iPod displays a folder with an exclamation point icon or a sad (unhappy) iPod icon on its screen, or if your iPod doesn't appear in iTunes or My Computer, follow these instructions to resolve the issue.
Your iPod isn't formatted for Windows
iPod for Windows Software only recognizes iPod for Windows. You cannot use iPod for Macintosh with a Windows PC. To see which platform your iPod is formatted for, follow these instructions.
Your iPod isn't connected to a high-power USB port
If you're connecting an iPod, iPod mini, or iPod shuffle to your Windows computer, make sure that you're connecting it to a high-power USB 2.0 port on your computer (not a low-power one such as the USB port on your keyboard or bus-powered USB hub).
Typically, USB 2.0 high-power ports are located directly on your computer. Try connecting your iPod to another USB port on the computer (or to a self-powered USB 2.0 hub that's connected to a high-power USB 2.0 port on your computer) if the computer still doesn't recognize your iPod. Alternatively, if your computer has a FireWire connection, try using that instead.
If you're connecting an iPod, iPod mini, or iPod shuffle to a Windows laptop computer through USB, connect the laptop to a power outlet before connecting your iPod.
You're not using a WHQL-certified IEEE 1394 card
If you have a FireWire (IEEE 1394) card installed in your computer and are using it to connect your iPod, make sure that the card is Windows Hardware Quality Labs (WHQL) certified. If it isn't, your iPod may not be recognized, or you may not be able to send music to the iPod.
If you're not sure about your card's WHQL certification, check the inbox material that came with your FireWire card or contact the card's manufacturer. You can view a list of WHQL-certified cards on the Windows Hardware Compatibility List website. To view this:
Go to the Windows Hardware Compatibility List website.
Enter All Products in the "Search for" field.
From the Product Categories pop-up menu, choose 1394 Controller.
Click the Search Now button.
Note: Windows XP information is not listed on the initial search screen, but is listed when you click on an individual card.
You can also check the list of recommended FireWire and USB cards that have been tested by Apple with iPod and Windows XP. (Apple sells FireWire cards that are compatible with iPod at the Apple Store.)
To rule out an issue with your FireWire card, try connecting a different FireWire device to the card to see if your computer recognizes it.
Your connections aren't secure
Make sure that there is nothing in or blocking your computer's USB (or FireWire) port, and that the cable connections to your iPod and computer are secure.
Your iPod cable is faulty
Make sure that you are using the cable that came with your iPod. Some third-party cables may not work properly with iPod.
Make sure that nothing is in or blocking your computer's USB or FireWire port.
Check the connections to make sure that the cable is completely plugged in.
Try another known-good FireWire or USB through Dock Connector cable.
If swapping out your old cable for another resolves the issue, then your original cable should be replaced.
Your iPod isn't charged or getting power
Your iPod must have enough of a charge for your computer to recognize it. Connect your iPod to its power adapter or to a high-power port on your computer to charge your iPod if the battery is depleted. If you have an iPod nano, click here for more information. If your iPod is connected through FireWire but isn't getting power from the FireWire bus, your computer may not recognize it.
Your computer's port may be faulty
If another FireWire or USB port is available on your computer, try connecting your iPod to it. If you are using FireWire and have a USB cable to connect to the iPod, try using USB instead. If you are using USB and have a FireWire port and cable to connect to the iPod, try using FireWire instead.
If your computer recognizes your iPod after trying a different port, the original port could be faulty.
Note: iPod will not automatically wake up if you connect it to a 4-pin FireWire port. You must press the Select button (the wheel's center button) on the iPod to wake it from sleep.
There's a conflict in the FireWire chain
Your computer may not recognize your iPod if there's a device conflict in the FireWire chain. To see if this is the case:
Disconnect all devices from your computer's FireWire ports.
Connect your iPod to your computer's FireWire port.
If your computer recognizes your iPod, you should troubleshoot for FireWire device conflicts.
Your computer needs to be restarted
Sometimes simply restarting your computer can resolve issues.
Your FireWire card isn't recognized by Windows
Make sure that Windows recognizes your FireWire card. Follow these steps to find out if Windows sees your card.
Third-party software may be causing conflicts
Some third-party software (such as security software) may prevent your computer from recognizing your iPod. Try adjusting the settings of such software, or temporarily disabling it, to see if that resolves the issue.
Your iPod hard disk's format is damaged or was altered
If you reformatted the hard disk on your iPod, or if something has damaged or altered the disk's format, iTunes or My Computer may not recognize iPod. To resolve this issue, you may need to restore iPod.
Warning: The restore process will delete all of your songs and files on the iPod. This process cannot be undone. Always make a backup of your important data before restoring your iPod.
iPod Software needs to be installed (or reinstalled)
Make sure that you install the iPod for Windows Software from the iPod for Windows CD that came with your iPod. The iPod Watcher should appear in the system tray. If you don't see it, you will need to reinstall the iPod for Windows Software.
There may be an issue with your computer
If another computer is available, verify that the same issues happen with the other computer. If the other computer recognizes your iPod, you may want to troubleshoot for issues with your original computer.
Your iPod needs service
If after following these steps your computer still doesn't recognize iPod, see the iPod Service website to arrange for service.
Edit: Editted for formatting and grammar.

Convert DVD to iPod For Windows

I have some DVDs that I'd like to play on my iPod, but I haven't been able to convert them. I tried them on my Mac at work using Handbrake, and that didn't work. I really need a Windows free shareware program that will do it, so i can load the DVDs on my home PC where my iTunes library is. Do you know where I can download the free shareware and how to actualy convert the files?
Thanks so much!

I am so upset about this subject for the first time in my 35 years I actually called the Attorney General's office to complain. I suggest more people do this as well, they told me this is a "very deceptive act" and were going to investigate fully.
What annoys me to no end, is how I never saw anything saying I had to buy videos from itunes. Why should I be buying what I already own? And, if we are having this issue, you know there has to be at least 500,000 other people with the same complaint. Shouldn't have to use illegal software to do something that is legal... I own it, I can do what I want with it, I am not selling it, i am not charging a viewing to see/use nor am I sharing any file with anyone... It is freakin mine!

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