Last updated: 12/2008

What exactly is DVDx?

DVDx is a program designed to let people make backups of their DVDs onto computer or CD. In order to streamline the process, we've provided a step-by-step guide to configuration and use of the program.

Is DVDx compatible with Macintosh?

Currently, DVDx is not compatible with Macintosh systems. Check back regularly, for updates!

What are the minimum hardware and software requirements for using Easy DVDx?
Minimum requirements:
OS: Windows XP/2000/ME/98
Processor (CPU): Pentium II 300 MMX, or equivalent
Memory (RAM): 64 MB
Hard Drive: 4 GB minimum, 10 GB recommended
CD Writer
Computer DVD player drive
Blank CD Media

Can DVD players read my backups?
Most DVD players can read VCDs with no problem. The software allows you to create VCDs easily.

How many blank CDs are required to back up one DVD?
Most shorter features will only need one CD. As a general rule, most CDs will store about 80 minutes of video, depending on the quality of the CD. (CD brands will vary between storing 650 MB and 750 MB, with some examples going up to 800 MB.) Longer features might need two CDs. It's very rare that a single feature is so long that it requires more than two CDs to archive.

How much time will it take to copy my DVD?
It depends on the length of the feature and the speed of your computer. A reasonably modern computer, purchased within the last two or three years, will be able to process one hour of video in two hours. In other words, if your DVD is two hours long, expect to spend four hours re-encoding. Fortunately, the process is mostly automated - you just need to start it, and then you can go to bed, or go to work, or whatever you want.

Will my CD retain the same quality that is on my DVD?
VCDs have better quality than VHS tapes, but are not quite as good as DVDs. In general, the loss of quality isn't noticeable on a television, but becomes obvious on a computer screen. Fortunately, you retain the aspect ration and full sound quality.

Some of our customers prefer to keep a library of DVDs on their hard disks, for the same of convenience. They can make a perfect, identical copy to the original DVDs, right down to menus and subtitles.

Does the copy retain all of the bonus footage and menus?
If you made a DivX or VCD backup, the bonus footage and menus won't be saved. VCDs are basically digital equivalents of VHS tapes - there is simply no way to store sophisticated menus or the like.

If you want to save the bonus footage, you can always create a separate backup of all the extra footage on an extra VCD.

What is VCD?
VCD stands for "Video Compact Disc". It's simply a way of writing a CD to be readable in VCD players or DVD players. In terms of quality, VCD is somewhere between VHS and DVD; most casual observers will see immediately that VCD is superior to VHS, but somewhat less than DVD. The benefits of VCD over VHS are varied, such as the cost: VCDs can be cheaply and easily duplicated. They also possess a longer shelf life, and are also easier to store than VHS cassettes, which, in comparison, are rather bulky.

What is DivX?
DivX is simply a name for a particular type of video compression. DivX is usually reserved for watching movies on the computer, as DVD players can't process DivX files. The upside is that DivX files, while retaining approximately the same size, are of much higher quality.

Is the DVD copy process complicated?
The initial setup can be a little tricky, but after you set your preferences, the process is completely automated. In order to help you with that task, we've simplified the setup process, and provided step-by-step directions.

Do I need to buy a DVD-Burner?
You only need a CD writer to create backup copies of your DVDs. However, you do need a DVD reader.

Where can I buy CD and DVD media?
We recommend visiting your local computer retailer. Failing that, Amazon.com offers fairly inexpensive blank media, with delivery right to your door!

"I hate bringing my DVDs with me when I travel. Thanks to your software, I can take my movies anywhere I go! Thanks!"
Cynthia Bartlett, UT

"Your software makes it so easy to make backups of my movies!"
Myles Bean, WY

"I've never been very careful with my DVDs, so I'm glad that I found your software. I used to have to replace my DVDs every few months, but now I just burn a fresh copy onto a cheap CD!"
Chad Rivers, VA

"My kids are a terror with CDs. They treat them like frisbees! I'm just glad that I can make backups cheaply and easily. Thanks, guys!"
Jamie Crosby, SD

"What convenience! Every time I buy a movie, I just copy it right to my laptop - I'll never be bored on the bus again!"
Jonas Hendricks, RI