How do I use the Xbox to play DVD's?
Unofficial Xbox FAQMy understanding is Macrovision [a copy-protection system -Boid] could not be supported in the current progressive output system, therefore MSFT pulled progressive DVD playback. Xbox is a gaming system first and a DVD player second, so they wouldn't sacrifice delays or legal wrangling due to lack of Macrovision support in progressive scan output. Easier to just disable the feature at the last minute."
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ActiveXbox: FAQThe Xbox has a DVD drive, but the drive will not be able to play DVD movies without the "Xbox DVD Movie Playback kit".
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Unofficial Xbox FAQOpen tray, insert CD. The Xbox Music Manager should come up automatically. Read the Xbox manual for more instructions.
Related QuestionsCan I play a VCD or DVD-R on my game system (PS2, XBox, etc.)?
Frequently Asked QuestionsVCD: Unfortunately, no. Although it is possible to get VCD addons for Playstation (not Playstation 2), Sega Saturn, and Dreamcast, do not expect to be able to play a VCD on your game system even if it is equipped to play DVDs. DVD-R: DVD-Rs may work in your game system, but it might not work properly. For example, I tested some discs in my own PS2 and there were problems with the menu that made it almost impossible to select the desired episode.
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Screenlife?? Games- F.A.Q.Screenlife games are designed to play on any device that supports DVD play. As you may know, with Xbox, a converter is needed for DVD play. With PlayStation, you will not need a converter. Screenlife games can also be played on a laptop if the laptop has updated DVD player software. If you find that your laptop software is not compatible with Optreve?, you can go to www.interactual.com for a free download of the optimal DVD software.
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Unofficial Xbox FAQNot normally, no. The first DVD kit you use with your Xbox will lock it to the region of the DVD kit. So if you put a Region 1 kit into your Xbox, it will be permanently locked to only Region 1 DVDs. There is a product called Region X that will supposedly allow your Xbox to play movies from any region. Currently the product seems only to be available for Region 2 Xboxes. Information about the product is available here: http://special.reserve.co.uk/listings/extrainfo.
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coldforged.org & Blog Archive & Xbox 360 High De...How do I get a cool icon like yours? Obviously "cool" is subjective, but you can have your own icon displayed here by signing up for a gravatar. Note that I currently accept up to an R-rated icon though that may change in the future. In order to comply with COPPA and cover my own ass, you must be 13 or older to post a comment here. Period, no exceptions. You are current reading Xbox 360 High Definition and HD-DVD FAQ posted on November 10,2006 and filed under Games.
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FAQYes and you'll have full menu support too. Just rip the DVD movie to your hard drive using DVD Decryptor, then ftp the ISO file to your f:\video or g:\video directory on your Xbox. Once copied over, just play it with XBMC. Or just use the dvd2xbox application on your Xbox and make sure you're ripping in ISO mode. "ISO mode" is for movies and "normal mode" is for games.
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Talk:FAQ - Xbox-LinuxPlaying backup copies of games has nothing to do with Linux. You'll need a hack from someone else like XBox Scene (http://www.xbox-scene.com) to run backed up games: neither the MechAssault method nor Cromwell runs backup games. If you have a modchip that can run backup games, the you could install Linux too. You could, but if you're going to do the hardware modification (presumably with a modchip with a switch), there there is no need for the software modification anymore.
Related QuestionsWill the Xbox play DVD-R or DVD-RW discs?
Unofficial Xbox FAQYes, the Xbox can be used to play your own custom-burned DVDs. Here's Nick's description of how he did it: I have a Pioneer DVR-A03 IDE DVD-R/RW writer and have finally burnt both discs with DVD video and it plays wonderfully as a region 0 disc on the US Xbox I have, no problems at all. It was burnt with Sonic DVDit SE using DVD-compliant MPEG2 streams authored by TMPGenc and Dolby Digital 224kb/sec stereo sound."
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Smart Classrooms - Frequently Asked QuestionsAll Smart Classrooms have the ability to play DVD's. All computers in centrally scheduled Smart Classrooms have a DVD/CD ROM drive capable of playing either CDs or DVDs. When you put a DVD into the computer, it will launch an on-screen DVD player which will provide the usual Play/Stop/Advance controls. Select the computer as the video source to the data projector, and the DVD movie will be projected to your class.
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Eyesight improvement FAQYou will need a computer that has a drive capable of playing DVDs. Most modern computers will have a DVD drive build in. Note: You can select chapters in the menu by using the controls of the media player or by using the arrows and enter key of your keyboard.
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FAQs for SMART ClassroomsIn most cases, yes. If you experience difficulty in getting a DVD to play, please contact the helpline at 328-9866 and someone will be assist you.
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Frequently Asked Questions | OurStage.comSongs that are purchased off OurStage.com can be played back in any player that supports the MP3 Format. This includes iTunes, Windows Media Player, Media Player Classic, or just about any other modern program. (return to top)
Related QuestionsCan I use my Xbox with my computer?
CESPage.com Xbox - FAQNo, the Xbox console is a dedicated video game console. Its sole purpose is to provide you with the best video game experience available on the market while connected to your television. You can also use Xbox as a DVD home theatre system if you purchase the DVD Playback Kit.
Related QuestionsCan I play PC games on Xbox?
XboxWeekly.com | All Play And No WorkNo. Just because it is made by Microsoft doesn't mean it has to play PC games. Note: Xbox games will not work on PC's aswell.
Related QuestionsCan I play DVDs on the Xbox 360?
CESPage.com Xbox - FAQYes! Xbox 360 can play DVDs and is a progressive scan DVD player so DVDs will look as good, plus up-scaling to High Definition may be possible but has not been confirmed. The remote control is not required but this allows access to regular DVD controls plus Media Center features for the built in Media Center Extender.
Related QuestionsHow do I get my Xbox to play DVDs?
Xbox Technical Issues FAQ - Cable ForumYou will need to purchase the Xbox DVD playback kit for your Xbox to play DVDs (The Xbox will only play DVDs in 480i resolution). If you are connecting your Xbox to a VCR then you are experiencing a copy protection feature called Macro vision. The only way to resolve this problem is to connect your Xbox directly to your Television when watching DVD movies.
Related QuestionsCan I play PS2 on my Xbox?
FAQNO. Most of the time reliable emulation requires a system many times more powerful then the console you're trying to emulate. The Xbox just isn't fast enough to emulate PS2- on top of that PS2 is not easy to program for.
Related QuestionsCan I play DVD movies on my computer?
Hier finden Sie die aktuellen Infos zur DVD TechnologieYes, if your computer has the right stuff. The computer operating system or playback software must support regional codes and be licensed to descramble copy-protected movies. If the computer has TV video out, it must support Macrovision in order to play copy-protected movies. You may also need software that can read the MicroUDF file system format used by DVDs.
Related QuestionsFAQOnly if your computer has the right stuff. In addition to a DVD-ROM drive you must have extra hardware to decode MPEG-2 video and Dolby Digital/MPEG-2/PCM audio, or your computer must be fast enough to do the decoding in software. Decent software-only playback requires a 300-MHz Pentium II or Mac G3. The computer operating system or playback drivers must support regional codes and be licensed to descramble copy-protected movies.Related Questions
Will the DVD play on my computer?
FAQYes, your DVD will work in your computer if you have a DVD drive and DVD player software installed on it.
Related QuestionsWill your DVD play on my DVD player?
Picture Parade - "Making Memories Last A Lifetime"If your DVD player was produced in the past 3 years, you have a 99% chance of it being compatible with DVD-R disks. If your disk doesn’t play, it is because of an incompatibility issue, not a problem with the disk. We urge you to test out the DVD in the player you are going to use BEFORE your special event to ensure you do not accidentally have an incompatibility issues. If the DVD does not play, we would suggest you try the disk in a different DVD player
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Picture Perfect Slide shows - videos for weddings, anniversa...Over 98% of DVD players on the market support our DVD format. If you purchased your player in the last 2 to 3 years, you will have no problem playing your DVD in your DVD player on on a computer that has a DVD drive. If your DVD and it does not work with your player, simply return the DVD to us, and we'll exchange it for a VHS copy.
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Tomorrow Digital Productions - FAQNearly all DVD players are DVD-R compatible. Particularly those sold in the last couple of years. You should check your individual model for compatibility before ordering. If you have an older DVD player that is not DVD-R compatible you might want to treat yourself a more modern machine that will accept all formats. They can be bought for under $50.00. Click here for DVD player compatibility information.
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