>So, I tried again by quitting iDVD as soon as it >started up, and this time the computer did not crash. Then I used >MacTheRipper 1.5.6 to copy the movie to my hard drive with the region >removed, which it did successfully (not knowing at this point that it was a >PAL formatted movie, and that was probably what was crashing my iMac � I�m a >video newbie).
I thought Apple's DVD Player could play PAL movies. I know their Apple Video Player handles PAL inputs. Check to see if there is a preference setting stating the format to play. Although I would guess the region code would still be an issue (but if you ripped the code out, then it might work). Also, you can get cheap standalone DVD Players that are multi format. I know Apex and CyberHome both made models for under $100 (CyberHome is now out of business, but you may still be able to get the players). I believe their multi format players could also easliy be both region hacked and macrovision hacked (usually a certain sequence of remote control button presses to turn off region codes and macrovision... any good DVD formum should have the info) -chris <http://www.mythtech.net> -- The iMac List is sponsored by <http://lowendmac.com/> and... Small Dog Electronics http://www.smalldog.com | Refurbished Drives | - Epson Stylus Color 580 Printers - new at $69 | & CDRWs on Sale! | Support Low End Mac <http://lowendmac.com/lists/support.html> iMac List info: <http://lowendmac.com/imac/list.shtml> --> AOL users, remove "mailto:"; Send list messages to: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To unsubscribe, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> For digest mode, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subscription questions: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Archive: <http://www.mail-archive.com/imac-list%40mail.maclaunch.com/> --------------------------------------------------------------- >The Think Different Store http://www.ThinkDifferentStore.com ---------------------------------------------------------------
