You can make Super VideoCDs when the files are already in the MPEG-2 format or when other video formats are converted to it. For licensing reasons this plugin cannot be supplied with Nero. However you can purchase the MPEG-2/SVCD plugin on the Ahead Software AG website at www.nero.com.
Now let's take a step-by-step look at how to create a Super VideoCD using Nero: All settings may be left at their default values.
The 'Use CD-i application' checkbox is only intended for users with experience of CD-i applications.
Compile the files for the CD using Drag&Drop editing by simply clicking on the required files in the File Browser and dragging them into the appropriate compilation window. Clicking the right mouse button opens a context menu where you can selectively add or omit certain file types. In addition there are a number of commands that you will also find in Windows Explorer, such as 'Copy', 'Open' and 'Cut'.
Note:
If an MPEG file does not have the correct characteristics of an SVCD, Nero detects the incorrect format and the user has three options: 'Ignore Compatibility', 'Re-Encode the File' or 'Cancel'.
Ignoring compatibility burns the file to the CD with no changes. This option is specifically aimed at experienced users.
Re-encoding decodes the existing file, converts it to the correct resolution and Framerate and encodes it again. (Re-encoding is done before burning. This process requires both time and temporary memory space.
Canceling interrupts the addition of the video file, i.e. it is not added to the compilation.
Important: If you do not drag an MPEG file into the video section, it will not be written as a video track and will need more space on the CD.
'Properties' tab
This tab displays basic information about the selected video. You can also specify the length of the pause after the video. Click OK to confirm your choice and close the dialog box.
'Menu' tab
This tab is only available when you have enabled the checkbox on the Menu tab.
You can change the title of the video and extract a picture from the video for use as a thumbnail. Use the slider to view the video frame by frame. Click OK to confirm your choice and close the dialog box.
Note: If you have highlighted several video files, the 'Video Properties' dialog box will open. This box displays information about the videos you have highlighted. You can also specify the pause between the files. Click OK to confirm your choice and close the dialog box.
In the 'Action' section activate the other check boxes you require in addition to the 'Write' check box. You will find more information about this section in 'The Burn tab'. You must remember that when you create a Super VideoCD you must activate the 'Finalize CD' checkbox. This setting write protects the CD and no further writing is possible.
All settings on this and the other tabs can now be reviewed and changed if required.