pixelated/tiled dvd output

[bob_tompkins]

I can create CDs with no problem, the problem is with dvds only.

 

If I download a TIVO program and burn it to dvd on my desktop using Sonic Digitalmedia Plus v7, the dvd is pixelated whether I play it on my computer or on a dvd player. I have 2 burners installed: Plextor 716A and a DL Lightscribe drive. I have tried burning to both; same result, unusable dvd.

 

I also get a pixelated, unusable dvd if I try to copy a dvd. This occurs whether I'm trying to copy using Nero2, Roxio EC 9, 1 Click DVDCopyPro 2, Sonic Digital Media Plus v7.

 

However, if I transfer the file to my laptop, I can use the same Sonic software and burn it to my laptop's dvd burner and get a perfect new dvd or copy.

 

I'm using XP, AMD Athlon 64 3500+ 2.2 Ghz processor, 2GB RAM.

 

Help! I don't know where to begin to solve this problem.

 

Thanks,

 

Bob Tompkins

[bob_tompkins]

Its probably because you have a OEM version that came with you HP computer.OEM versions do not have all the features that are available with the full retail version.

You're right, it is an OEM version. However, I also have a retail version of Creator 9 installed. I tried copying a dvd using it (and verifying "interlaced"). No help; still pixelated.

 

Someone else suggested it might be the on-board chipset. I may install a graphics card and see if that helps.

 

Any other suggestions?

 

Thanks,

 

Bob Tompkins

[barryware]

I've looked all over Sonic software and DVD device manager for the "progressive" vs. "interlaced" choice. I can't find it. Help!

Bob Tompkins

In MyDVD, under "File" on the tool bar, there is a sub menu "Project Settings".

 

Right side of the screen, midway, there is the choice for interlaced or progressive.

[bob_tompkins]

Try updating your video card drivers (from the manuf, like ATI, Nvidia, etc...) and Directx (from MS)

 

I updated the driver and to DirectX10. No help. DVD copy with 1ClickDVD Copy Pro is still pixelated and unusable. Any other suggestions?

 

Thanks!

 

Bob Tompkins

[Larry]

Try updating your video card drivers (from the manuf, like ATI, Nvidia, etc...) and Directx (from MS)

[gi7omy]

You didn't say what your graphics card is. If it's an onboard chipset, that coule be where the problem lies

[bob_tompkins]

Try updating your video card drivers (from the manuf, like ATI, Nvidia, etc...) and Directx (from MS)

thank you Larry. I'll try that.

 

Bob Tompkins

[barryware]

When I try to use "progressive" instead of "interlaced" I get pixelated output.

 

Make sure "interlaced" is checked and see how that goes. I am not in front of my rig right now so I can't tell you exactly where the setting is. I believe it is under project settings / rendering options.

[bob_tompkins]

In MyDVD, under "File" on the tool bar, there is a sub menu "Project Settings".

 

Right side of the screen, midway, there is the choice for interlaced or progressive.

 

I am using My Sonic Digital Media Plus v7 and there is no "project Settings" on the "File" menu. Are you using a later (or older) version of Sonic?

 

Thanks,

 

Bob Tompkins

[ogdens]

I am using My Sonic Digital Media Plus v7 and there is no "project Settings" on the "File" menu. Are you using a later (or older) version of Sonic?

 

Thanks,

 

Bob Tompkins

 

 

Its probably because you have a OEM version that came with you HP computer.OEM versions do not have all the features that are available with the full retail version.

[bob_tompkins]

When I try to use "progressive" instead of "interlaced" I get pixelated output.

 

Make sure "interlaced" is checked and see how that goes. I am not in front of my rig right now so I can't tell you exactly where the setting is. I believe it is under project settings / rendering options.

 

I've looked all over Sonic software and DVD device manager for the "progressive" vs. "interlaced" choice. I can't find it. Help!

 

Bob Tompkins

 

You didn't say what your graphics card is. If it's an onboard chipset, that coule be where the problem lies

 

It is an onboard chipset....should I install a video card?

 

 

Bob Tompkins

[bob_tompkins]

You're right, it is an OEM version. However, I also have a retail version of Creator 9 installed. I tried copying a dvd using it (and verifying "interlaced"). No help; still pixelated.

 

Someone else suggested it might be the on-board chipset. I may install a graphics card and see if that helps.

 

Any other suggestions?

 

Thanks,

 

Bob Tompkins

 

I just installed an Nvidea GeForce 8400GS PCIe 256MB graphics card. I verified "interlaced" on Creator 9...still have pixelated output. Any other suggestions?

 

Thanks,

 

Bob Tompkins