Would you like to rip an entire TV Series disc set and convert the episodes to individual MP4 files?
In all likelihood, any commercial DVD will be copy protected.
Handbrake doesn’t have the native ability to remove copy protection.
Then we’ll use Handbrake to convert the episodes in those folders to individual MP4 files.
Note: You’ll get full access to all the options in DVDFab during the 30 trial period.
HD Decrypter is always free.
You’ll also want to be sure you have plenty of free hard drive space.
Download and install DVDFab.
You’ll find the download link below.
Open DVDFab and insert the first disc in the series set.
DVDFab will bring up the DVD source.
Next we’ll check the configs so that the default output is a DVD folder.
nudge the green button at the top right.
Note: After the 30 day trial expires, it’s possible for you to skip this step.
Output to a DVD folder will be the only option.
Select DVD to DVD on the left pane and choose DVD folder as the Default output jot down.
Select Full Disc from the options on the left.
(This should be the default)
Click Start when you are ready.
Conversion times for HD Decrypter will vary depending on hardware, but it is generally pretty quick.
When the process is complete, click OK. Now repeat this process for each DVD in the set.
When you are finished you should have folder for each DVD in the set.
Handbrake
Download, install, and run Handbrake.
You’ll find the download link below.
The first thing we’ll do is configure the prefs.
To simplify the process of choosing output configs, Handbrake has a group of of presets.
For basic PC or universal output, opt for Normal profile or High Profile.
Now we are ready to add the episodes to our queue to be converted.
Select Source and then choose DVD / VIDEO_TS folder.
You’ll see a group of titles and durations.
you’ve got the option to ignore any additional smaller clip.
They are likely to be intros and extras.
choose the first title you’d like to add from the dropdown list.
you could manually rename the file right in the destination text box if you wish.
Select Add to Queue when ready.
Repeat this process until you have added each episode to the Queue.
When you’ve added everything, click Start on the Main interface to begin the process.
Handbrake will begin the process of converting the episodes one at a time.
When the process is finished you’ll have a season’s worth of individual MP4 files.
Now you’re ready to enjoy the series.
Be prepared for quite a wait when converting an entire season DVD.
