mpeg file to dvd or vcd

corinne8

hiya ive got a 1.99gb mpeg file (downloaded as an avi file then converted)anyone any idea what the best software if for maybe shrinking it then getting it onto cdr or dvd?

Hellion

http://www.tmpgenc.net/e_main.html

This one is pretty good

Rex_Mundi

A DVD will hold 4.7GB. So you should be able to burn it without shrinking it.

robowen

I use DVDSanta.

It will convert avi/wmv/asf or mpeg and burn it to dvd.
Its Easy to use, and I'm a beginner to this dvd burning stuff.

robowen

have a look on their website, I can't remember how I got it.

I was so confused with all the formats, I have downloaded about 30 different programs trying to convert different formats, when a message comes up about end of trial, I will just delete the program.

With dvdSanta, I am not sure, as the program says its the full version and I definitely havent paid for it. (me....pay for something.......never !!)

I might have got it from the torrent sites as a free download. If you get stuck, pm me and I'll sort something out for you.

urbanite

I agree with Hellion, tmpgenc is good for re-encoding the file to a different format and reducing the filesize if your looking to burn a vcd (mpeg 1 or 2) to a cdr, but like Rex_ said, if you want to burn it to dvd you will have 2.7gig left.
What are you trying to achieve?

Jonesey_2

You could also try Win AVI, which is really easy to use. you can get it on free trial but it does put a watermark on the converted file. Alternatively you could just burn the mpeg to a DVD as a data file in Nero. Some DVDs will play them others wont - you'd need to try it to find out.

shrek101

Auto gordian is a free program

http://www.autogk.net/

That when used can convert a dvd (along with additional software for ripping) and or can convert a mpeg2 file to XViD and is dead easy to use. It does take time though but the quality is good.

angela_4

hi all , i have downloaded videos from bear share to my downloads but cant put them on to cd or dvd. i have nero and a dvd and cd rewriter (please help me as i am about to crack up )

urbanite

what are the filetypes angela?
if they are mpeg1 / mpeg2 / mpg you can just burn them as a VCD with Nero
If they are divx or xvid you will need to re encode them with software as stated above.
avi files can be a bit more tricky, all depends on what the container informaion is saying.

Renee

What is the best video file type, ie avi,mpeg, to burn via nero to dvd.
I have tried different software but still not sure.

Thanks for any help received