Need help encoding files for DVD software.

[VileKyle.Com]

Hey guys I am attempting to create a DVD with files that are .AVI and need to be converted to mpeg 2 for DVD software to burn them. What is a good program to encode this and what are the settings? I am looking to get my stuff in the highest quality possible on a DVD that can be access by all.

I have tried getting DVD files with premiere pro, TMPG converter, and EVEN VEGAS. All I get are videos in really low quality and wrong aspect ratio. I seem to be very unlucky in this type of encoding and can’t spend any more hours testing out types of settings encoding. Please Help. I prefer to use Vegas with DVD Architect if possible.

I shoot HD and would like to keep as much quality as possible. What are some tips for keeping the video looking good? What’s the highest quality bit rate?

Please help me with settings.

 

[Sol M.]

The Mainconcept MPEG-2 encoder that ships with Vegas is very capable. What type of footage are you using (as there are many flavors of HD)? I'd recommend starting with the DVD-Architect render templates for the MPEG-2 encoder and tweak them to your needs.