How to Convert DVD to iPod Nano?
The following guide will show you how to convert DVD to iPod Nano, put DVD onto iPod Nano, transfer DVD to iPod Nano using DVD to iPod Nano.
Step 1. Launch DVD Ripper and Load DVD Movie
Insert your DVD disc into your DVD-ROM and then run the program. Click the "Load DVD" button and add the DVD file. You can add DVD Folder, DVD ISO Files and DVD IFO Files as well.
Step 2. Output Settings
This DVD to iPod Nano Converter can convert DVD to video file playable on iPod Nano. Click the "Profile" drop-down list and choose "iPod" from the category. From the subcategory, choose "iPod nano MPEG-4 Video (*.mp4)" as the output format.
If you want to customize the output video, you can click the "Settings" button next to the "Profile" field to open the "Settings" window and set video resolution, frame rate, bit rate, encoder, etc. See the figure below:
Step 3. Select Subtitle and Audio
Regular DVD movies usually have several subtitles such as English, French, German, etc. You can select one you prefer. If you want to rip DVD without subtiles, just select "No Subtitle". Selecting Audio is the same.
After the above steps, click "Start" to start conversion.
There are a few tips and tricks you cannot let slip while using this DVD Ripper to convert DVD for iPod Nano:
Tips & Tricks 1. Trim/Clip Video Length
Click the "Clip" button to open the trim panel. Drag the trim bar to set start time and end time to convert a clip from your movie. You can also type the exact time values in the "Set Start Time" and "Set End Time" fields to trim video.
Tips & Tricks 2. Crop Video
If you want to cut the black edges of the DVD movie, you can click the "Crop" button to open the crop panel. There is a frame in dashed line around the video; you can drag it to cut the black edges.
Moreover, you can click the "Crop" drop-down list to select a Crop model you prefer, for example: "Cut off top and bottom black edges". You can even type the number in the box to cut off black border accurately.
Other Tips & Tricks
If you want to combine several DVD chapters into one file, tick "Merge into one file" in the main interface. Then you will only get one output file instead of several files by chapters.
If you want to snatch pictures from DVD while you previewing the DVD movie, click the small camera icon below the preview windows. The picture will be saved in JPEG or BMP format.
You can click the "Effect" button and customize the brightness, saturation, contrast, volume, etc. You can even apply special effects such as "Emboss", "Negative", "Old film" and "Gray" by selecting an effect from drop-down list.
It is recommended that you choose Video Converter Pro if you want to both rip DVD and convert video for viewing on your iPod Nano.
