Using dvdcopy express latest and last version. I get an error at 66% while reading. Now I think this is DVD related not me because I have backed-up a LOT of movies with only one other problem like this with "Full Metal Jacket" Is there away around this protection? Is it a protection? Before my kids trash this dvd I would like to back it up. Any Suggestions?
I use a program called Anydvd(not sure if you use it), but basically it bypasses any copyright protection and lets you burn any dvd.
Hi poppysnot, If you have used DVD XCopy you know that it's a temperamental program at best. I doubt that it's an encryption problem but you can try AnyDVD for a free trial - http://www.slysoft.com/en/anydvd.html You may want to consider trying DVD Shrink (Free) as many of us who were unhappy with 321 products have done - that's why we're here (lol). We have found that some Free programs were sooo much better than the costly products and faster too. DVD XCopy Xpress - 4 mouse clicks, DVD Shrink 3. At any rate, Welcome to our little Club - for being so nice we'd like to give you a little present - it's called 321GONE. It gets rid of that little 321 Warning screen that I know you're so fond of - Enjoy ) Pete http://psidoc0.tripod.com/ And a last link to check your 321 product against the official "Black List" of programs that cause you trouble - http://dvdxcopy.afterdawn.com/thread_view.cfm/49908
i would recomend installing dvd shrink and dvd decrypter , the guides to use thes programs are available at this site . these programs are free and a lot less troublesome than 321 studios products . get to know dvd shrink and decrypter and you wont look back .
Hey guys thanks for the relpys. Being so used to dvd express since it first came out I really have not tried anything else since I never had back-up problems until shrek & full metal jacket. I will try the shrink program. Will it work with my burner: sony dru-500a ?
Well guess what poppysnot, you're about to get introduced to DVD backups like you wouldn't believe. I don't do this for everyone, only a select few so pay attention - This “Newbie Starter Recipe” is for the most part, is as a complete a package as anyone could wish It’s most outstanding plus factor is IT’S FREE !! Secondly, it only has 2 parts just 2. It's second great factor, the guides are picture-by-picture, step-by-step, easy-as-pie. We will start our dish with a main ingredient of DVD Shrink 3.1.7 It's FREE, can do almost everything you could wish in as few as 3 steps - It will rip your movies (gets rid of that “pesky” copy write protection thingy ;-) in generally 1 to 3 minutes. It can be used for your smaller DVD-5’s (<4.36GB) and it also allows you to compress your larger DVD-9's (>4.36GB) to the necessary 4.36GB in order to insure a nice burn without encroaching onto the very edge of your DVD disc. The finished product is sure to please with no significant loss of video or audio quality. “But wait there’s more –“ For those who like the backups “Their way” (a US colloquium, referring to a hamburger from Burger King) it also allows you to tailor your DVD’s however you wish. To keep in or remove foreign audio streams, menus, I.E. Outer Mongolian or Eastern Himalayan Yak language, Director’s comments, extras and trailers, all that is required is to click and drag a line (re-author), it couldn’t be easier. It’s your choice, backup your full DVD or parts of it or, just the movie by itself PLUS, if you have Nero somewhere on your PC, it will work behind the scenes hooking up with Nero and then burning your files to your blank DVD “automatically” while backing up everything to your Hard Drive and there it provides you with a nice, neat VIDEO_TS folder for you, perfect to have Nero, burn for you at some later time. (Now it’s time to mix in the second and last part ;-) Nero 5.5 or 6.0, the above mentioned software that will allow DVDShrink to burn your DVD “automatically”, be aware that it is also an excellent software program with a lot of extras you are sure to use in the near future. A complete DVDShrink program download and step-by-step guide can be downloaded from – Shrink download - http://www.afterdawn.com/software/video_software/dvd_rippers/dvd_shrink.cfm Shrink Guide - http://www.chrismccann.co.uk/dvd_shrink_3.htm To get you going with that “automatic writing” thingie that DVDShrink is capable of doing for you, may I offer you Nero. A 30-day, free, fully functional Nero 6 download can be had here: http://www.nero.com/us/631939541422774.php When using DVDShrink ver. 3.1.7 Before I start, I create a folder on my Desktop (i.e. All DVD Work) in that, I create a sub-folder with my movie’s name on it (i.e. All DVD Work/Pirates of the Caribbean) that’s where I put my work, where I can always find it later. When using DVD Shrink, after inserting your DVD, open Shrink, click “Open Disk”. Then, “Select DVD Drive” and click “OK”. After Shrink has opened your disc, anywhere from 30 seconds to 1-½ minutes you’ll then have a Green bar at the top of the page, that will tell your DVD’s size. It has been adjusted automatically by DVD Shrink to fit on a single DVD - nothing for you to do at all, Kool Huh ? ) If you wish to increase the quality of your backup you may simply check off those files you don’t want, I.E. Outer Mongolian or Eastern Himalayan Yak language, Director’s commentary or extra audio files – I keep ACS 2ch or ACS 5.1, that will give you stereo, most of the rest you can trash. When I say increase quality, many times it’s more theoretical, nothing you can really see with the naked eye for the most part. With that being done, let’s make sure that the box which says “Full Disk” is depressed (No need to cheer it up, it likes being depressed . When you are ready to go, - -> click “Backup”. When the Backup box opens, under “Target Device” make sure your DVD Burner is listed in the window. Under “Target folder”, make sure the folder you made at the beginning with the movie’s name is there (that way you can always go back and burn another copy in the future, no need for the disc). Now click “OK”. Last step: “STEP AWAY FROM THE COMPUTER !” Clear your throat and yell, “Burn Baby Burn ! ” “Let me hear you say it now, Who’s your Daddy Now ? Do not fold, spindle, mutilate, molest nor fondle the keyboard. GO AWAY ! Ms. Computer will let you know when she is finished, to approach her before then, as the Surgeon General might say, “It may be a hazardous to your health.” Theses are great programs, extremely easy to use - Give it a quick try, you'll have a perfect burn this afternoon, really – Enjoy your backup, Pete BTW, This is software, software works with all hardware including your burner. Also, you now know how to find us, stop bye and learn a little something. You’ll find out that the program we just gave you is capable of better quality DVD backups than 321’s and can do better editing. If you like the way it works, there are other burning programs that are totally Free. Nero to use with DVD Shrink can be purchased for as cheap as $10.00 for a stripped down version OR $35.00 for a complete edition (Normal cost is $69.99). Did you try the warning removal program yet ? Keep us posted as to how you’re making out ) “P” _X_X_X_X_X_[small] The “old man” Pete (ö¿ô) Compaq 8000, Pent 4 CPU 2.84GHz, 1GB RAM, 520GB HD. 4 Drives, JLMS DVD ROM, Nec 4X R/W ND-1300A, HP R/W 200j, AXV CD/DVD-ROM. GeForce4 Ti 4200-128MB, OS– XP, SP1.[/small]
Well, I for one enjoy reading your posts. The few ones I have made, you've hit the solution right on the money....and I think you enjoy helping us "newbs".
I agree, Pete loves helping us newbies..and at times he does it in such a humorous way...like above.."but wait theres' more"...I just have to laugh. Thanks pete Sher
