DVD to NAS for MAC user

[Chisy1]

Following on from a Windows based question, what software would one use to back up via OS X (10.6). The recent video on the NAS has intrigued me as my wife wants to free up shelving by getting rid of my DVDs - I've said no way, despite not watching that many of them all that often. If possible I wouldn't want to compress the image at all and would like to retain the 5.1 surround, either DD or DTS.

Many thanks

Chisy

 

[iMark]

Handbrake is good and free software to do this. Lots of settings to consider though so you might want to have a look at a manual before using the software.

 

[roger06]

iMark:Handbrake is good and free software to do this. Lots of settings to consider though so you might want to have a look at a manual before using the software.

Handbrake will get them on there but then you have to think about what's going to stream them to the telly...

 

[Chisy1]

Thanks, and would handbrake also be able to convert from that ripped file to an ipod/ipad friendly version?

I'm thinking of Apple TV2. I have ipod touch and will likely get ipad2 so keeping it in the apple family seems to make sense. Although if I understand it correctly I would still need the computer to be turned on, although Roger06 you did seem to link to something on another post (aTV flash [black], if memory serves me correctly) which might be a solution if Apple itself doesnt sort this out.

 

[millem]

Handbrake is the de-facto video encoder on the Mac. It has a number of device encoding presets like iPhone, iPad, Apple TV 1 and 2, as well as a host of manual controls. The workflow also allows you to batch encode jobs and pass the encoded files to apps that can automatically add meta data.

It can handle DVD ripping via VLC but I prefer the results and flexibility provided by RipIt from http://thelittleappfactory.com/ripit/

 

[iMark]

iTunes will play your ripped DVD's. No need for extra stuff like VLC.

 

[Chisy1]

millem:

The workflow also allows you to batch encode jobs and pass the encoded files to apps that can automatically add meta data.

So is my understanding of batch encoding correct. I set it up to rip DVD in full but also at the same time it will create an iDevice version. Any idea how long it would take to do this for say an average 120min film? [I have an imac 1.83ghz core duo with 2GB of RAM] I suppose I could always try one and see!

 

[millem]

Just like audio files you'll get better results by separating the ripping and encoding process.

Consider ripping your DVD or DVDs to a hard disk first, I use RipIt as I find VLC to be flakey for rips. Then, open each DVD rip in Handbrake, choose your encoding method e.g. Apple TV2 and add it to the Queue. It's best to leave this overnight as it can take a lot of time, perhaps and hour or maybe closer to two in your case. Once the files are complete you can can add them to your iTunes library ready to view or transfer to your iOS devices.

If you have the space hold on to your DVD rips. That way you can encode them again as and when formats become more efficient. I often need functionality not offered by the 'Apple' formats e.g. flexible subtitles so I often encode DVD rips twice.

Keep in mind most modern Macs use DVD drives from manufacturers that throttle DVD ripping to prevent overheating and improve power management etc. If you have a lot of DVDs an external DVD drive might be a good idea.

 

[Anonymous]

well, i think u can have a check with this guide:

http://blurayto3d.com/index.php/how-to-copy-blu-ray-dvd-movies-to-synology-ds411slim-nas-server

Good luck