How to Rip from CD and DVD

Ever wondered how you can get the songs from your favourite CD onto your PC? ConverterLite offers a simple yet effective CD and DVD Ripper for Windows.

But what is CD/DVD Ripping? Ripping is the process of copying audio or video from a CD or DVD to your PC. Ripping is often used to shift formats, and to edit, duplicate or back up media content. A rip is basically copied content, in its destination format, along with accompanying files.

The process is very easy to do and it only takes a few steps.

 

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A step-by-step guide on how to RIP from CD and DVD with Converterlite.

Follow the instructions below:

1) Insert CD or DVD and open ConverterLite

2) Choose input method CD/DVD

3)  A window will appear. (This is where you can choose which media you want to RIP.) Select media.

4) Click OK.

5) Await finish

 

How to Convert AVI to MPEG

Learn how to convert AVI to MPEG using Converterlite. Converting AVI to MPEG is a common search query so the following identifies how to convert your files to MPEG using our free and simple software.

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AVI files are supported by all types of video player and most devices. These include Apple iPod, Tablet PCs and most mobile phones.

What is an AVI file?
Container files with the .avi file extension often contain audio and video data. The data contained in the AVI files may be encoded in codecs, allowing the files to use less compression than other video file formats, such as the MPEG and MOV file formats. However, AVI files have a 2 GB size limit, restricting their use.

INSTRUCTIONS:

 ADD:

Begin by selecting the Video Icon.

After clicking audio you will be able to find all accepted formats including AVI files. Select the file(s) you want to add and click open. Click next to proceed.
Alternatively you can click and drag them directly from your folder into Converterlite.

Multiple files:

  • Hold ctrl key while selecting desired files and click open.
  • Highlight and drag multiple files into convertelite.

Renaming files:

Click on the title before converting to rename the output file

FORMAT:

The format section is made up of “Devices” and “Formats”. Look through the list of Format types and select MPEG. Then choose a quality type and click next.

Where do converted files go?

Audio/Video: Same folder as input/original file

Choosing destination folder:
After selecting a device or format you will see a settings icon below the quality/model options. Click settings and uncheck the box titled, “Output file to same folder as input”. Then you can manually choose the location of the output file.

CONVERT:
Click convert and await finish.
Once completed you can open up the converted files folder by selecting the green tick symbol by the name of the converted file.
Click “Clear completed” to refresh to the ADD page.

How to Convert MOV to AVI

Learn how to convert MOV to AVI using Converterlite.

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MOV files are supported by Quicktime Player and some open source video players. As the file type is an Apple video format it isn’t compatible with many Microsoft video players.

What is a MOV file?
The .mov file format is often used to save movie files and video clips to a user’s hard drive or other media device. Files that are saved in .mov format are compressed, making it easier to download and stream video from the Internet.The .mov file format was initially developed by Apple, although it is now compatible with both Windows and Mac operating systems.

INSTRUCTIONS:

 ADD:

Begin by selecting the Video Icon.

After clicking audio you will be able to find all accepted formats including MOV files. Select the file(s) you want to add and click open. Click next to proceed.
Alternatively you can click and drag them directly from your folder into Converterlite.

Multiple files:

  • Hold ctrl key while selecting desired files and click open.
  • Highlight and drag multiple files into convertelite.

Renaming files:

Click on the title before converting to rename the output file

FORMAT:

The format section is made up of “Devices” and “Formats”. Look through the list of Format types and select AVI. Then choose a quality type and click next.

Where do converted files go?

Audio/Video: Same folder as input/original file

Choosing destination folder:
After selecting a device or format you will see a settings icon below the quality/model options. Click settings and uncheck the box titled, “Output file to same folder as input”. Then you can manually choose the location of the output file.

CONVERT:
Click convert and await finish.
Once completed you can open up the converted files folder by selecting the green tick symbol by the name of the converted file.
Click “Clear completed” to refresh to the ADD page.

How to Convert to MPEG to AVI

Learn how to convert to MPEG to AVI using Converterlite.

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MPEG files are supported by most portable video players, such as the Apple iPod Touch and Tablet PCs.

What is a MPEG?
The term MPEG also refers to a type of multimedia file, which is denoted by the file extension “.mpg” or “.mpeg.” These files are compressed movies that can contain both audio and video. Though they are compressed, MPEG files maintain most of the original quality of the uncompressed movie. This is why many videos on the Web, such as movie trailers and music videos, are available in the MPEG format.

INSTRUCTIONS:

 ADD:

Begin by selecting the Video Icon.

After clicking audio you will be able to find all accepted formats including MPEG files. Select the file(s) you want to add and click open. Click next to proceed.
Alternatively you can click and drag them directly from your folder into Converterlite.

Multiple files:

  • Hold ctrl key while selecting desired files and click open.
  • Highlight and drag multiple files into Converterlite.

Renaming files:

Click on the title before converting to rename the output file

FORMAT:

The format section is made up of “Devices” and “Formats”. Look through the list of Format types and select AVI. Then choose a quality type and click next.

Where do converted files go?

Audio/Video: Same folder as input/original file

Choosing destination folder:
After selecting a device or format you will see a settings icon below the quality/model options. Click settings and uncheck the box titled, “Output file to same folder as input”. Then you can manually choose the location of the output file.

CONVERT:
Click convert and await finish.
Once completed you can open up the converted files folder by selecting the green tick symbol by the name of the converted file.
Click “Clear completed” to refresh to the ADD page.

How to Convert to WMV

Learn how to convert to WMV using Converterlite.

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WAV files are supported by most portable music players, such as the Apple iPod and Microsoft Zune. They can also be played on the Amazon Kindle and mobile phones.

What is a WMV?
While .wmv files are readable by most media players, the files can be converted to other formats if necessary. If you do convert a .wmv file to another file format, however, there is a chance that picture quality may be compromised.

 

INSTRUCTIONS:

 ADD:

Begin by selecting the Audio Icon.

After clicking audio you will be able to find all accepted formats including WMV files. Select the file(s) you want to add and click open. Click next to proceed.
Alternatively you can click and drag them directly from your folder into Converterlite.

Multiple files:

  • Hold ctrl key while selecting desired files and click open.
  • Highlight and drag multiple files into ConverterLite.

Renaming files:

Click on the title before converting to rename the output file

FORMAT:

The format section is made up of “Devices” and “Formats”. Look through the list of Format types and select WMV. Then choose a quality type and click next.

Where do converted files go?

Audio/Video: Same folder as input/original file

Choosing destination folder:
After selecting a device or format you will see a settings icon below the quality/model options. Click settings and uncheck the box titled, “Output file to same folder as input”. Then you can manually choose the location of the output file.

CONVERT:
Click convert and await finish.
Once completed you can open up the converted files folder by selecting the green tick symbol by the name of the converted file.
Click “Clear completed” to refresh to the ADD page.

How to Convert to WAV

How to convert to WAV using Converterlite.

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WAV files are supported by most portable music players, such as the Apple iPod and Microsoft Zune. They can also be played on the Amazon Kindle and mobile phones.

What is a WAV File?

The WAV file format is the most commonly used audio format on Microsoft Windows operating systems. The files usually contain raw, uncompressed audio data.

 

INSTRUCTIONS:

 ADD:

Begin by selecting the Audio Icon.

After clicking audio you will be able to find all accepted formats including WAV files. Select the file(s) you want to add and click open. Click next to proceed.
Alternatively you can click and drag them directly from your folder into Converterlite.

Multiple files:

  • Hold ctrl key while selecting desired files and click open.
  • Highlight and drag multiple files into convertelite.

Renaming files:

Click on the title before converting to rename the output file

FORMAT:

The format section is made up of “Devices” and “Formats”. Look through the list of Format types and select WAV. Then choose a quality type and click next.

Where do converted files go?

Audio/Video: Same folder as input/original file

Choosing destination folder:
After selecting a device or format you will see a settings icon below the quality/model options. Click settings and uncheck the box titled, “Output file to same folder as input”. Then you can manually choose the location of the output file.

CONVERT:
Click convert and await finish.
Once completed you can open up the converted files folder by selecting the green tick symbol by the name of the converted file.
Click “Clear completed” to refresh to the ADD page.

How to Convert to OGG

How to convert to OGG using Converterlite.

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OGG files are supported by most portable music players, such as the Apple iPod and Microsoft Zune. They can also be played on the Amazon Kindle and mobile phones.

What are OGG Files?

Ogg is an open container format that is used for the streaming and manipulation of audio and video files over the Internet. The OGG file format is frequently used to create and distribute music and movie files. While the OGG file format is somewhat similar in nature to the MP3, VQF and AAC formats, unlike these formats the OGG file format is free and unpatented.

INSTRUCTIONS:

 ADD:

Begin by selecting the Audio Icon.

After clicking audio you will be able to find all accepted formats including OGG files. Select the file(s) you want to add and click open. Click next to proceed.
Alternatively you can click and drag them directly from your folder into Converterlite.

Multiple files:

  • Hold ctrl key while selecting desired files and click open.
  • Highlight and drag multiple files into convertelite.

Renaming files:

Click on the title before converting to rename the output file

FORMAT:

The format section is made up of “Devices” and “Formats”. Look through the list of Format types and select OGG. Then choose a quality type and click next.

Where do converted files go?

Audio/Video: Same folder as input/original file

Choosing destination folder:
After selecting a device or format you will see a settings icon below the quality/model options. Click settings and uncheck the box titled, “Output file to same folder as input”. Then you can manually choose the location of the output file.

CONVERT:
Click convert and await finish.
Once completed you can open up the converted files folder by selecting the green tick symbol by the name of the converted file.
Click “Clear completed” to refresh to the ADD page.

How to Convert to MP4

Converting to MP4 is a common search query so the following identifies  how to convert to MP4 using our free and simple software.

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MP4 files are supported by most portable music players, such as the Apple iPod and Microsoft Zune. They can also be played on the Amazon Kindle and mobile phones.

What are MP4 Files?

The MP4 file format is the file format that most websites use to store digital audio and video streams. The name is short for “MPEG -4″.Many of today’s newer portable devices use the MP4 format to play movies and videos on the go.

INSTRUCTIONS:

 ADD:

Begin by selecting the Audio Icon.

After clicking audio you will be able to find all accepted formats including MP4 files. Select the file(s) you want to add and click open. Click next to proceed.
Alternatively you can click and drag them directly from your folder into Converterlite.

Multiple files:

  • Hold ctrl key while selecting desired files and click open.
  • Highlight and drag multiple files into convertelite.

Renaming files:

Click on the title before converting to rename the output file

FORMAT:

The format section is made up of “Devices” and “Formats”. Look through the list of Format types and select MP4. Then choose a quality type and click next.

Where do converted files go?

Audio/Video: Same folder as input/original file

Choosing destination folder:
After selecting a device or format you will see a settings icon below the quality/model options. Click settings and uncheck the box titled, “Output file to same folder as input”. Then you can manually choose the location of the output file.

CONVERT:
Click convert and await finish.
Once completed you can open up the converted files folder by selecting the green tick symbol by the name of the converted file.
Click “Clear completed” to refresh to the ADD page.

How to Convert to AC3

How to convert to AC3 using Converterlite.
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AC3 files are supported by most portable music players, such as the Apple iPod and Microsoft Zune. They can also be played on the Amazon Kindle and mobile phones.

What Are AC3 Files?
The AC3 file type relies on AC3 compression, which allows users to compress audio streams by a factor of up to 12. This allows for higher compression ratios, saving a user’s disc space.

INSTRUCTIONS:

 ADD:

Begin by selecting the Audio Icon.

After clicking audio you will be able to find all accepted formats including AC3 files. Select the file(s) you want to add and click open. Click next to proceed.
Alternatively you can click and drag them directly from your folder into Converterlite.

Multiple files:

  • Hold ctrl key while selecting desired files and click open.
  • Highlight and drag multiple files into convertelite.

Renaming files:

Click on the title before converting to rename the output file

FORMAT:

The format section is made up of “Devices” and “Formats”. Look through the list of Format types and select AC3. Then choose a quality type and click next.

Where do converted files go?

Audio/Video: Same folder as input/original file

Choosing destination folder:
After selecting a device or format you will see a settings icon below the quality/model options. Click settings and uncheck the box titled, “Output file to same folder as input”. Then you can manually choose the location of the output file.

CONVERT:
Click convert and await finish.
Once completed you can open up the converted files folder by selecting the green tick symbol by the name of the converted file.
Click “Clear completed” to refresh to the ADD page.

How to Convert to MP3

Converting to MP3 is a common search query so the following identifies  how to convert to MP3 using our free and simple software.

MP3 files are supported by most portable music players, such as the Apple iPod and Microsoft Zune. They can also be played on the Amazon Kindle and mobile phones.

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INSTRUCTIONS:

 ADD:

Begin by selecting the Audio Icon.

After clicking audio you will be able to find all accepted formats including MP3 files. Select the file(s) you want to add and click open. Click next to proceed.
Alternatively you can click and drag them directly from your folder into Converterlite.

Multiple files:

  • Hold ctrl key while selecting desired files and click open.
  • Highlight and drag multiple files into convertelite.

Renaming files:

Click on the title before converting to rename the output file

FORMAT:

The format section is made up of “Devices” and “Formats”. Look through the list of Format types and select MP3. Then choose a quality type and click next.

Where do converted files go?

Audio/Video: Same folder as input/original file

Choosing destination folder:
After selecting a device or format you will see a settings icon below the quality/model options. Click settings and uncheck the box titled, “Output file to same folder as input”. Then you can manually choose the location of the output file.

CONVERT:
Click convert and await finish.
Once completed you can open up the converted files folder by selecting the green tick symbol by the name of the converted file.
Click “Clear completed” to refresh to the ADD page.