DVDxCopy Does it Work?

[dun4cheap]

Hey I was wondering how well does dvdxcopy work and how long does it take? Is it worth the doh. I currently am very pleased with ripping the dvds with decrypter and creating new ifo files with ifoedit and burning again. However it would be nice to stay with using one dvdr. Well I look forward to everyones input. Just details, I am not looking to start a war here. Keep in mind I am using a Sony DRU500a.

[Excavator]

DVDXcopy works great for me. Usually takes about 1 1/2 hours to do a full sized dual layer DVD.
I don't know if it's worth the dough to you or not but I like it. I like the continual upgrades too.

However it would be nice to stay with using one dvdr.

I'm afraid that's not what DVDXcopy is about. It makes exact copies, it does not re-encode. Since a dual layer DVD will not fit on a DVD-R it takes two disks to back up most movies.
If the movie itself is small enough to fit on one DVD-R, DVDXcopy will tell you and ask if you want to strip the extras to make it fit.

[thxkid]

I am using an HP DVD200i and it takes 30-45 min. to make a backup from the original, yes at least half of the DVD's out there will require 2 discs, but most under 100min. can be put on one dvd with none of the extra's. If your looking for simplicity, this is it, have not found anything else as simple as this, any common layman with very little computer skills can do this program.

[Mirror_Image]

Don't bank on much future support from DVDXCopy; they are being sued in a massive way, and will probably have to fold up their tent and go home.

[thingimijig]

i tried dvdxcopy once but when i play the first disc i get the dvdxcopy window then instead of going to the movie it says please insert disc 2.
the second disc plays fine.
any ideas on the problem excavator or thxkid.

[Benzima]

I don't want to start arguing but just to relate my experiences, mine have mirrored Excavators much more than thxkids

30-45 minutes to make a backup from the origninals? Hmmmm....it take's DVDXCOPY at least 30 minutes to do the first part of the first disk. 1.5 hours is much closer to my experiences. My DRU 500a rips much slower than my Lite-On 163, but I use it anyways. It usually takes me 160 minutes start to finish.

Most new movies require 2 DVD-R. 50% is not what I've seen. I wish that were true.

I have found the ability to strip extras etc. to get your DVD to fit on 1 DVD-R, very limited using DXC.

I'm one of DVDXCOPY's biggest fans but it is a work in progress. It is very simple like others have stated but, there are many ppl having many problems with it on certain DVDs.

[sluguy3]

The whole point of the program is to make exact duplicates of your dvd's.
To keep all the special features and menus.

Sadly unless we can buy true DVD 9 blank discs, it appears everyone will complain.

The program works fine for me, only have run into one movie I have had problems with.

But, considering the vast amount of dvd's, players and people's pc configs, I would have to say what 321 studios have done with this program is amazing.

Is it worth $99?? Maybe not, since the newest version is only 3mb for the full install, but I bought it and have been satisfied. Updates will continue to come out at least for the time being.

[AnMuUs]

Yes, it really works; Sometimes !
I had some DVDs that didn't work
or worked not as they should, beacuse
DVDxCopy put it's logo into the
PlayChain ...

Now I only get the film an burn only that !
(with a little help of MyDVDTools ...)


CU !

[ghoster]

yes this program really works but why pay 100 bucks or whatever it cost. i got mine for free. anyways you can use freeware tools that dose the same thing and you have more control over it. doing this you are going to have to use more than one program for some dvds and will have to read some guides and learn to use the software. but it beats paying 100 bucks......

[JDaCunha]

I bought DVDXCOPY recently and like it as you basically don't have to do anything, and still get good quality back-ups. The DVD9 issue is expected to be resolved/addressed with forthcoming release of a platinum issue.

Upgrade expected to be free, if you buy software before 12/31/02.

[Greydog]

I have attempted to burned about 15 DVD movies with DVD X Copy in the last month. 3 movies just wouldn't copy and 1 had stutter on the playback of the second disk.

I'm using Ritek DVD-R disks and burn them with a Pioneer 104.

[Benzima]

Well, after a month of experience I should correct a few things I said earlier.

In reference to Region 1 DVDs:

There are many more single layered DVDs than I thought at first. There are many more DVDs that can be stripped and fit onto 1 DVD-R than I thought at first too.

I went to this URL:
http://members.optushome.com.au/cdromguide/

It listed 499 movies that are single layered, 135 that fit onto 1 DVD-R if stripped and only 50 where the movie alone requires 2 DVD-Rs. The wierd thing was 10 of the first 11 movies I did where on that last list.

[herbapou]

"Don't bank on much future support from DVDXCopy; they are being sued in a massive way, and will probably have to fold up their tent and go home."

In the US, Canada and Europe, you have the right to make a "personnal use" copy of anything copyrighted without asking the authors (except software) if you meet the following criterias:

1. You must copy from an original.
2. The copy must be for your personal use only. You cant sell it, re-copy it, rent it, or even give it.

But there is a catch. In some contries, its illegal to crack the protection of DVD's or Videotapes. So even if according to copyright laws you are in your right to make a copy of a DVD/CD (even if it not yours, has long has its an original) you are still broking "copy protection" laws.

The problem with DVDXCOPY is that they have a ripping feature. They should realease a version without "ripping" and let the users find there own "illegal" ripping solfware on the net.

Whats up with software??

Well, the same rules apply for software, but its illegal to rent the original copy of software or pass it to a friend, even for free. Also, software allows you to install 1 copy per license per computer. So even if it was legal to rent software, it would still be illegal to install the copy.

[chrissc]

Benzima, I'm new to this whole DVD burnin' thing.

So can you or someone else explain the whole "region" thing?

Thanks in advance!!!

[Benzima]

chrissc:

This may help:
http://hometheaterinfo.com/dvd3.htm

That's just the first link I found using Google but it should give you an idea.

[TheCloner]

DVDXCOPY is sucks!
IF anyone wants a copy of it, let me know I'll email it to you
It's a piece JUNK of software

DON"T BUY IT GUYS

[rma155]

I would suggest you go to the following link for a more informative (and more objective) discussion of DVDXCOPY to get both sides. By the way, FRY's is selling it for $79.

http://dvdxcopy.afterdawn.com

[redcell34]

It works great. Just make sure you have a computer that is pretty fast and is up to date. Most people that have problems with it.
A. Don't have a clue
B. Computer is old and outdated.
c. Just want a free ride and won't take the time to understand what backing up is all about.
The info about being sued is wrong. They were the ones that sued the MPIA first , they are now being countersued. DVDXcopy will win.

[[_chef_]]

For me it works great too; and in cooperation with Ifoedit to get rid of the Backup-messages.
If the second disc dont wanna work right, you can just extract the "rest" of the movie by hand with Dvddecrypter and fix the ifos with Ifoedit. That will work if DVD XCOPY made something wrong for the 2nd disc.
BTW, I burn the "output" most times with RecordNow Max or Nero.

Greetings. 8)