Dolby Digital Codec

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November 12, 2017
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Hello-

I have a question regarding the encoding of Dolby Digital audio files for dvd authoring. I'm a wedding videographer and still get plenty of requests for dvd format (usually by the parents of the bride/groom).

If I update to the latest version of CC, how will I be able to make dvds that will playback on a set up dvd player? Is there an alternative audio format that has the same level of compatibility with older set top players?

I may have to hold off on updating until I can figure out how to author in another program that supports Dolby Digital.

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Correct answer John T Smith

If your current version of PPro does what you want, including Dolby, you don't need to move to the newer version

Of course, if you need new features so you must upgrade, I have no suggestions for how to keep Dolby

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excited_Genie16B8

Legend

I've actually refused customer requests for DVD. It just makes no sense to shoot in HD, dumb that down to SD and then artificially scale it back up to watch on an HDTV. I deliver only HD products, either on Blu-ray, thumb drive, or as downloads.

Everyone's pretty happy with that.

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Alpha1JDAuthor

Participant

We actually just removed the dvd and blu-rays from our main package and replaced them with a usb drive/w case and highlight reel w/ licensed audio track (disks are a la carte now). The young brides and grooms have no issues with this, however, the parents occasionally ask for dvds and blu rays. I would hate to see legacy format offerings be the deal breaker when negotiating a wedding package.

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excited_Genie16B8

Legend

I'm very skeptical it would be. I've never had a couple hire someone else because I didn't offer DVD. Even their parents almost certainly have an HDTV with a USB slot.