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Capturing content for DVD

DVD content is compressed according to DVD specifications so that it plays reliably on a wide range of players. When preparing content for a DVD project, pay attention to frame size and frame rate, so that content retains its quality in the transition to DVD.

For best results, make sure that you capture or record according to these specifications:

Frame size: NTSC standard 720x480 or PAL standard 720x576. If your project uses a different frame size, Adobe Premiere Pro scales it automatically.
Frame rate: 29.97 fps (NTSC) or 25 fps (PAL); alternately, 23.976 (NTSC) for 24p. All footage in a single project must be of the same frame rate.
Aspect ratio: 4:3 or 16:9 (widescreen).
Audio bit depth: 16 bits.
Audio sample rate: 48 kHz.

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wfhs said on Nov 13, 2007 at 6:45 AM :

How do you import /capture content from a DVD. I am receiving more and more content to edit in DVD format.

smuratore said on Nov 13, 2007 at 7:41 AM :

You cannot import vob files directly into Adobe Premiere Pro CS3. However, in some cases, if you change their vob file extensions to mpeg extensions, you can import and edit the files. Also, you can import vob files into Premiere Elements, and export the movie in a file format supported by Adobe Premiere Pro.

No screen name said on May 15, 2008 at 4:46 PM :

I have imported DV from my camera, but Adobe won't play the audio. I have verified my hardware and speakers. Any help appreciated.

smuratore said on Jul 25, 2008 at 3:34 PM :

This TechNote might help: http://kb.adobe.com/selfservice/viewContent.do?externalId=317366