EZ CD Creator 6.0 for DVD authoring at DVinfo.net

Seth Peterson · July 6th, 2003, 11:48 PM

Gotta make some DVDs for some shorts I did shot on miniDV. I'm looking into getting Sony's DRU500AX (OEM). Has anybody used Roxio's new EZ CD Creator 6.0 to make DVD menus, etc.

Thanks

Seth Peterson

Ed Smith · July 7th, 2003, 10:26 AM

What you get in those sort of packages are very simple menu structure and Graphics. Personally I have not used EZ 6 to create DVD.

If you want something that will give you more control, enable you to import your own graphics etc. You will need to spend a bit more and go for a true authoring package.

Computer video had an article on it in the July edition here in the UK. They gave it 85%.

All the best,

Ed

Seth Peterson · July 7th, 2003, 11:49 AM

Anybody have any suggestions on higher end authoring software? I'm looking to find the best (most professional) program for the job.

Thanks

Seth Peteson
www.sundevilpictures.com

Walter Matlock · July 7th, 2003, 06:50 PM

If you want a "higher end" authoring package you might look into Sonics ReelDVD
http://www.sonic.com/products/reeldvd/default.asp

I have been using it for about a year. It is the only software that costs under $1000 that would give me the menu flexability that I required for some of the projects that I have been doing.

An even better package is Sonic Scenarist
http://www.sonic.com/products/scenarist/default.asp

But, Scenarist is insanely expensive, and have a massive learning curve. Though if you do buy it, it comes with training, not just manuals.

I did try EZ CD/DVD Creator 6.0 the only thing I have to say is stay away, stay far away. While is might be fine for people who want to put the typical home videos on, its intended audience, for a professional it is a waste of time.

Arnaldo Paixao · July 11th, 2003, 09:10 AM

Yes. ReelDVD. It's the one.

Regards
Arnaldo

Ed Smith · July 11th, 2003, 12:47 PM

I also use Reel DVD. Its a great tool once you know it.

DVDit might also do what you want its the one below ReelDVD.

Ed

Walter Matlock · July 11th, 2003, 09:35 PM

<<<-- Originally posted by Ed Smith : I also use Reel DVD. Its a great tool once you know it.

DVDit might also do what you want its the one below ReelDVD.

Ed -->>>

DVDit couild work also, depending on what sort of menuing structure you want. While you don't have the control in DVDit that you have with ReelDVD or Scenarist, you can make some pretty complex menu structures. I switched from DVDit to ReelDVD because of the ability to do motion menues, subtitles, and multiple audio tracks.

The first copy of ReelDVD I had I got through "unofficial" channels, then I recreated a DVD I had done with DVDit, and even with the learning curve and no manual I was able to do so faster that I did with DVDit. As soon as I was finished I went online and ordered ReelDVD. Probably the best software investment I have ever made. I do wish I could afford Scenarist, but I don't have $6000 - $35,000+ to spend.

July 6th, 2003, 11:48 PM	#1
Seth Peterson Regular Crew Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 57	EZ CD Creator 6.0 for DVD authoring Gotta make some DVDs for some shorts I did shot on miniDV. I'm looking into getting Sony's DRU500AX (OEM). Has anybody used Roxio's new EZ CD Creator 6.0 to make DVD menus, etc. Thanks Seth Peterson

July 7th, 2003, 10:26 AM	#2
Ed Smith Wrangler Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Hampshire, England Posts: 1,545	What you get in those sort of packages are very simple menu structure and Graphics. Personally I have not used EZ 6 to create DVD. If you want something that will give you more control, enable you to import your own graphics etc. You will need to spend a bit more and go for a true authoring package. Computer video had an article on it in the July edition here in the UK. They gave it 85%. All the best, Ed __________________ Ed Smith Hampshire, UK Good things come to those who wait My Skiing web www.Frostytour.co.uk For quick answers Search dvinfo.net \| The best in the business: dvinfo.net Sponsors

July 11th, 2003, 12:47 PM	#6
Ed Smith Wrangler Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Hampshire, England Posts: 1,545	I also use Reel DVD. Its a great tool once you know it. DVDit might also do what you want its the one below ReelDVD. Ed __________________ Ed Smith Hampshire, UK Good things come to those who wait My Skiing web www.Frostytour.co.uk For quick answers Search dvinfo.net \| The best in the business: dvinfo.net Sponsors

July 7th, 2003, 11:49 AM	#3
Seth Peterson Regular Crew Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 57	Anybody have any suggestions on higher end authoring software? I'm looking to find the best (most professional) program for the job. Thanks Seth Peteson www.sundevilpictures.com

July 7th, 2003, 06:50 PM	#4
Walter Matlock New Boot Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: St. Petersburg, FL Posts: 9	If you want a "higher end" authoring package you might look into Sonics ReelDVD http://www.sonic.com/products/reeldvd/default.asp I have been using it for about a year. It is the only software that costs under $1000 that would give me the menu flexability that I required for some of the projects that I have been doing. An even better package is Sonic Scenarist http://www.sonic.com/products/scenarist/default.asp But, Scenarist is insanely expensive, and have a massive learning curve. Though if you do buy it, it comes with training, not just manuals. I did try EZ CD/DVD Creator 6.0 the only thing I have to say is stay away, stay far away. While is might be fine for people who want to put the typical home videos on, its intended audience, for a professional it is a waste of time.

July 11th, 2003, 09:10 AM	#5
Arnaldo Paixao Major Player Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Vimeiro - Portugal Posts: 255	Yes. ReelDVD. It's the one. Regards Arnaldo

July 11th, 2003, 09:35 PM	#7
Walter Matlock New Boot Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: St. Petersburg, FL Posts: 9	<<<-- Originally posted by Ed Smith : I also use Reel DVD. Its a great tool once you know it. DVDit might also do what you want its the one below ReelDVD. Ed -->>> DVDit couild work also, depending on what sort of menuing structure you want. While you don't have the control in DVDit that you have with ReelDVD or Scenarist, you can make some pretty complex menu structures. I switched from DVDit to ReelDVD because of the ability to do motion menues, subtitles, and multiple audio tracks. The first copy of ReelDVD I had I got through "unofficial" channels, then I recreated a DVD I had done with DVDit, and even with the learning curve and no manual I was able to do so faster that I did with DVDit. As soon as I was finished I went online and ordered ReelDVD. Probably the best software investment I have ever made. I do wish I could afford Scenarist, but I don't have $6000 - $35,000+ to spend.