I Give Up!!! Other alternatives to DVD Decry and Shrink

DVD Shrink would not complete dvd shrink due to errors, which lead to adding plug ins to DVD Decyrpter, which lead to an unauthorized hacking tool from a free share Pgcedit plug in. Yes I caught it so no problem there.
DVD runs fine on both players so not sure what went on with software downloads.
Looking for alternatives OTHER than DVD Decrypt and Shrink...maybe something that does not require the constant change of getting around Sony etc.
Any suggestions? Is it possible to get ONE software that does back up automatically without going thru this &*^*& .
Otherwise I give up. Hats off to all you diehards that have had success with your backups.
I do not have nero but not opposed to it if i cuts thru the constant problems otherwise posed by outdated DVD decr.
Thanks

 

You could try AnyDvd and CloneDvd 2 because this two are awesome. AnyDVd can remove the newest copy protections and clonedvd is great for anything you need to do.

 

Just like bui_jsph stated, I find that the combo programs of AnyDVD and CloneDVD meet all my backup needs, flawlessly. Well worth the cost in ease of use, useful options and, most importantly, elimination of headaches.

 

I use the newest versions of anydvd and clonedvd2.
when i try to copy broke back mountain then end result i get is
the movie freezes a lot and the pic is very jerky.i have the burn speed set to 12.i use anydvd 5.9.5.3 and clonedvd Version 2.8.9.2: 2006 02 28.what am i doing wrong?

 

Hi,

@Ed1

I suggest you re-rip the movie to your hard drive first then slow down your burn speed to about 4x until you get the hang of it. From the freezing and jerky pictures that is usually caused by bad media (memorex commonly referenced as crap media). I suggest purchasing some verbatims or sony (sony should say made in Japan...not Taiwan) as those 2 are carried by most local retailers. Taiyo Yuden are considered the best media for backups of YOUR PERSONALLY OWNED DVDS and meritonline is a reputable distributor. Good luck and post back if you need further assistance.

 

Sorry that you are having trouble mm1234, but it's really you. I'm still using decrypter on every DVD I make and Sony hasn't been able to do anything to stop that.
BTW, what does "which lead to adding plug ins to DVD Decyrpter, which lead to an unauthorized hacking tool from a free share Pgcedit plug in. Yes I caught it so no problem there" mean?

 

I agree with matt72.

Deffently slow the burn down to 4x.

Get better media. I get my TY's from supermediastore.com which only cost $10 more then the cheap DVD's you get at wal-mart or bestbuy.

Also you could try custom setting your output file to 4300MB so the burn dosent go all the way to the edge of the disc.

 

I also agree with Clone DVD2 & AnyDVD. Withjout a bdoubt, the best money I ever spent when it comes to backing up movies. I'm looking forward to see how they handle to new releases tomorrow. Seems some are having trouble with The Greatest Game Ever Played & Fun With Dick & Jane. These 2 programs have never failed me yet.

 

Slower burning speed (~1/2 of rated media speed) and quality media usually solve about 90% of problems......

 

Most new Sony ARccOS disks cannot be ripped by either DVD shrink or DVD decrypter as both these programs are no longer supported and are therefore not updated, although you can manually create a PSL for DVD Decrypter. However, DVD FAB Decrypter will work with all the latest Sony ARccOS disks, and is still updated. The good news is DVD FAB outputs files the same way DVD decrypter does and is therefore still compatable with DVD Shrink. It is available as a free download from http://www.dvdidle.com/free.htm. I hope this helps.

Al

 

Hi all no matter what i do with shrink or decrypter i cant get any movie to work help!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

Try the free 21 day trials of AnyDVD and CloneDVD2.....from Slysoft.com...

 

ok i downloaded the anydvd do u need both to get the one to work ?

 

I went and bought the 16x dvd +- / rw double layer and it says nero but it wont let me do anythang cause of the copy wright

 

Panda Antivirus caught a low threat hacking tool that came from a free share download while trying to add new features to DVD Decrypt. It was not a problem just a reminder for me not to slacken defense with freeware.

Now for next question: I would really like to buy Clone DVD and AnyDVD at a bricks and morter store...so far have not found them at local best buy. Any suggestions?
Yes i am stupid...but I have read where others had download problems of the ANYDVD and Clone. I am open to downloading them from the Slysoft but am wondering...can I created a disk of this software in case I have to reload and try again??
I am also swtiching from Maxell DVD-R to TDK when the time allows.

 

I'm not sure if you can get clonedvd and anydvd at a bricks and mortar store but my advice is not to switch from maxell to tdk. You should get Maxell that are made in Japan.

 

when u use clone and anydvd do u use the clone frist cause when i open anydvd it dont do anythang but tell me how much longer i have to use it untell i have to buy it .... thanks all u for the help

 

the AnyDVD trial lasts 21 days and anydvd automatically removes the dvd copy protection when you put the dvd into your dvd drive.

 

ok thanks .. I am really stupid lol but when it removes that like i no most ppl use rented dvds and if it removes that wont the company know about it ?