Convert DivX to DVD Fast with Xilisoft DivX to DVD Converter: Step-by-Step Guide

Best Settings — Quality vs. Speed (Xilisoft DivX to DVD Converter)

Recommended workflow

1. Source check: Use the source resolution and frame rate — don’t upscale. If source is interlaced, use deinterlace only if output will be played on progressive displays.
2. Profile: Choose the closest DVD/NTSC or DVD/PAL preset to match disc region and player compatibility.
3. Video encoder mode: Use 2-pass VBR for best quality at a target size; use 1-pass for faster encodes when time matters.
4. Bitrate: Target total video bitrate ~4.5–6.5 Mbps for single-layer DVDs (adjust lower for longer runtimes). Use the Bitrate Calculator to match disc size.
5. Resolution: Set to standard DVD (NTSC 720×480, PAL 720×576) and preserve aspect ratio.
6. Frame rate: Keep source fps (23.976/24/29.⁄₂₅). Avoid unnecessary fps conversion.
7. GOP/keyframe: Leave defaults unless advanced needs; shorter GOP improves fast-motion quality but slightly increases size.
8. Audio: Use AC-3 (Dolby) 192 kbps 48 kHz for good quality/compatibility. Use PCM only if you can spare much more bitrate.
9. Filters: Only enable denoise or sharpen if source needs it — each alters bitrate needs.
10. Preview & adjust: Encode a short clip to verify quality vs. filesize, then tweak bitrate or 2-pass vs 1-pass.

Quick presets (practical choices)

• Quality-first (recommended for movies): 2-pass VBR, target bitrate 5.5 Mbps, resolution 720×480 (NTSC) or 720×576 (PAL), AC-3 192 kbps.
• Balanced: 2-pass VBR, target 4.5 Mbps, same resolution/audio above.
• Speed-first: 1-pass CBR or 1-pass VBR, target 4.0–4.5 Mbps, same resolution, AC-3 128–160 kbps.

Troubleshooting tips

• Blockiness/artefacts → increase