My Backups wont play on my DVD player...

[I-need-$]

I used the dvd decrypter and dvdshrink method to make a full backup, and It wont play in my DVD player (its an Apex) but they will in my PS2. I've tried with both Verbatim DVD+R and Maxell DVD+R media. The thing is, I have a backup copy a friend gave me on the same Maxell media and it does work. I followed this guide fully, so I dont really think it has to do with the burning process, though Im probably wrong. Could it have something to do with my burner? (NEC ND-3520A)

Thanks.

[ricky1756]

try the dvd-rom setting

[I-need-$]

try the dvd-rom setting

How do I do that?

[canadateck]

There should be an option in Nero, DVD Decrypter, Not sure if your Burner has the right firmware or if it can.,Just do a search on Bit-setting.

[johns0]

Check here for a hacked bios which allow auto bitsetting for your burner.

[HAMP]

Use DVDINFO to see if your friend even changed the bit type...

[bappida69]

Are these new movies which you are trying to back up?? If yes, I am willing to bet that this may have something to do with the new copy protection schemes. I have posted my same question on this forum a couple of days back, but have not received any clarity yet. Hopefully someone can address it here!!

[Blazey]

Maybe you should try a dash disc before you get to discouraged or blame copy protection. I have a DVD player that wont play +R's burned on my NEC but plays -R fine.

[WesleyHester]

Blazey is right, try DVD-R first. My portable player doesn't play DVD+R while all my other players do.

When I first got my burner I burned copies to DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW, DVD+RW and DVD-RAM as test discs. My PS2 played them all except DVD-RAM of course. I was surprised that most all of my players played all of the different formats (with the exception of DVD-RAM in just one player support it that I have: Panasonic RP-91).

[I-need-$]

Aight...I got DVDINFO, how do I check bit-type?

My Player dont have a problem with +R's because like I said, it played one a friend made me. Although now that I think about it, the one he gave me wasnt a backup, it was just a video on his comp that he burned.

I think I'll pick up a few different types of blanks anyway...its worth a shot....or just trash this player and get a new one. Didnt I hear about players that support DivX now?

The movies I've tried are all old, so its not this new copy protection. (I've tried American History X, Full Metal Jacket, Requiem For A Dream, and Seven)

Blazey, what's a Dash Disc?

[dvdguy4]

It could also be your burning software. I have to use Stomp for my Apex 1200 and Nero for my Sanyo 360 and PS2. Give it a try. Good luck
By the way I only use -R so im not totally sure if it will work.

[binkie7]

Just an FYI about your Apex. Most people I lend my backups to have no problems. The only one that has a problem is the one with an APEX DVD.
If they are playing on you PS2 your problem may lie with your DVD player. Also most of the media I use are -R (Ritek or TY's) and these still do not play with the APEX. I also use Shrink and Decrypter.

[HAMP]

Here is a image of what it looks like with DVDinfo, it shows what the blank media started out as and it shows the new Book-type of DVD-ROM.

DVD-ROM makes the DVD more cmpatible the being +R or -R.

[Sabro]

Oddly enough, my Apex AD-1110W refuses to play DVD -r (even though I believe its listed here that it supports -r) but has done fine with every +r thrown at it.

Nothing wrong with the -r's I had burnt as they worked in my PS2 and other players just not the Apex....

I use Shrink & Alcohol 120% if that helps ya any, but otherwise you could be in for a hunt / peck on the media. I did find however I had nothing but problems when burning with DVD Decryptor, even though its an excellent program just didnt work for me but 120% does.....

Sabro

[Blazey]

Aight...I got DVDINFO, how do I check bit-type?

My Player dont have a problem with +R's because like I said, it played one a friend made me. Although now that I think about it, the one he gave me wasnt a backup, it was just a video on his comp that he burned.

I think I'll pick up a few different types of blanks anyway...its worth a shot....or just trash this player and get a new one. Didnt I hear about players that support DivX now?

The movies I've tried are all old, so its not this new copy protection. (I've tried American History X, Full Metal Jacket, Requiem For A Dream, and Seven)

Blazey, what's a Dash Disc?

Just because your friends disc worked does not ensure yours will. Different burners produce different results.

[I-need-$]

DVD-ROM makes the DVD more cmpatible the being +R or -R.

My book types say "DVD+R"

How do I burn a dvd as DVD-ROM?
What are the advantages/disadvantages of this over + and -R?

[Blazey]

DVD-ROM makes the DVD more cmpatible the being +R or -R.

My book types say "DVD+R"

How do I burn a dvd as DVD-ROM?
What are the advantages/disadvantages of this over + and -R?

You have to try a little , the search function is very helpful . This has really been discussed to death here. There is no black and white answers for this. Only greys. If you aren't willing to TRY different things, like -R discs or different approaches to burning nothing will help you in the end and no ones answer will be of any use.

[HAMP]

My book types say "DVD+R"

How do I burn a dvd as DVD-ROM?
What are the advantages/disadvantages of this over + and -R?

For your burner, you will have to investigate on how to change the book type. I have a Plextor, mine is simple to change in a program that came with my drives..

I am guessing the one your friend gave you, the booktype is set to DVD-ROM....

[Harryford]

to implmint a new copy protection they would have to rewrite the DVD standard because dvd players now would not know of the new system.

[HAMP]

to implmint a new copy protection they would have to rewrite the DVD standard because dvd players now would not know of the new system.

You might want to stick to the subject matter, or maybe find the right thread for the copy protection :P :P :P