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Re: [PLUG] video / audio encoding format
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On Sun, Feb 17, 2008 at 09:59:43PM -0500, Chad Vogelsong wrote:
> I've been using Handbrake (http://handbrake.fr) to encode all my DVD's
> into files to share around the house. I've been using H.264 for video
> and AAC for audio, mp4 container. The files play under my Windows &
> Linux desktops, as well as my MythTV media center. For non-action
> movies, I use 1200 bit rate. For action & high motion, 1500. Seems to
> work pretty well. My file sizes range from 800 MB to 1.7 GB depending
> on the movie. I go for quality, with only a little concern for the end
> file size.
>
> To get file sizes in that range and to be able to play on widest range
> of devices & operating systems (wide compatibility)... What do you
> think is the best format for video & audio for me to use, and why?
>
> Video Options: Mpeg 4, Xvid, H.264
> Audio Options: AAC, Vorbis, MP3, AC3 (direct copy from DVD)
>
> Thanks,
> Chad
You might want to see the FAQ at Internet Archive [1]. They have a lot
of experience, though it might be geared toward internet streaming
rather than home viewing. You might also get some good responses on the
forums there.
[1]: http://www.archive.org/about/faqs.php#146
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