What is included in Xilisoft Blu-ray to DVD Converter?

Blu-ray to DVD – Copy Blu-ray discs to standard DVDs.
Video Backup – Save Blu-ray as HD or SD video.
DVD Authoring – Create DVD menus, folders, ISO files.
Built-in Editing – Trim, crop, watermark, adjust video effects.
Core Capacity – Loads Blu-ray disc, folder or ISO.
Important – Cannot copy protected commercial Blu-ray discs.

What are the main benefits of Xilisoft Blu-ray to DVD Converter?

Xilisoft Blu-ray to DVD Converter copies unprotected Blu-ray discs, folders and ISO images to standard DVDs, and can also save Blu-ray video as HD or SD files. It bundles a Blu-ray ripper and a DVD authoring tool, so a single purchase covers both the conversion and the disc creation.

Player Compatibility – Play Blu-ray content on ordinary DVD players.
Two Tools – Ripper and DVD creator in one.
Flexible Output – Burn to disc, DVD folder or ISO.
Custom Menus – Design DVD menus with templates and music.
Batch Processing – Convert several titles in one run.
Device Presets – Export video for iPod, PSP, phones.

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What does Xilisoft Blu-ray to DVD Converter do?

It copies unprotected Blu-ray discs, folders or ISO images onto standard DVDs so they play on an ordinary DVD player without Blu-ray hardware. The package actually contains two programs, a Blu-ray ripper (Xilisoft Blu-ray to Video Converter) and Xilisoft DVD Creator, so you first convert the Blu-ray M2TS video and then author and burn the DVD. It can also save the source as HD video such as H.264/MPEG-4 AVC and HD WMV, or as common formats like AVI, MP4 and MPEG for a PC or portable device. A typical use is turning a home-recorded Blu-ray into a DVD an older player can read.

Can it copy protected commercial Blu-ray movies?

No, the software cannot rip or convert Blu-ray discs that carry copy protection, which Xilisoft states directly on the product page. In practice this means most store-bought Blu-ray films, which use commercial encryption such as AACS, will not load or convert. It is built for unprotected sources like home-authored Blu-ray discs, camcorder M2TS folders and unencrypted ISO images. If your aim is to back up a retail Blu-ray film library, confirm your discs are unprotected before buying, because this tool alone will not remove that protection.

Which input sources and output formats does it support?

It accepts Blu-ray discs, Blu-ray folders and ISO image files as input, and produces a burned DVD, a DVD folder or an ISO file as output. On the video side it exports HD formats (H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, Apple TV 720p, MPEG-2/MPEG-4 TS HD, HD WMV) and common formats (AVI, MPEG, WMV, DivX, MP4, MOV, XviD, 3GP, FLV). It also supports DVD-5 and DVD-9 disc types, so the output can match a single- or dual-layer blank. That range is useful when one source needs both a playable DVD and a smaller file for a phone or tablet.

What editing and DVD menu options are included?

The built-in editor lets you trim, crop and split clips, add text or image watermarks, apply artistic effects, and adjust brightness, contrast and saturation before conversion. The DVD Creator side adds custom menus built from templates, with background music and images, plus control over audio tracks and subtitles. This helps when you want to cut unwanted footage or brand a disc rather than copy a title unchanged. There is no full timeline editing suite, so the tools suit quick clean-up rather than detailed post-production.

Who is Xilisoft Blu-ray to DVD Converter best for?

It fits home users who hold unprotected Blu-ray content, such as camcorder footage, home-burned discs or personal M2TS files, and want a DVD or a device-ready video without buying separate ripping and burning tools. Because it pairs a Blu-ray ripper with a DVD authoring program and includes device presets for iPod, PSP and phones, one purchase handles both the source conversion and the finished disc. A common case is turning a High-Definition home recording into a standard DVD relatives can play on an old machine. It is a poor fit for anyone who needs to copy encrypted retail Blu-ray films, which it cannot process.

Do I need a Blu-ray drive to use Xilisoft Blu-ray to DVD Converter?

To read a physical Blu-ray disc you need a Blu-ray-capable optical drive, but the program can also load Blu-ray folders and ISO images already stored on your computer without one. That means you can still build a DVD from Blu-ray files copied to your hard drive even if your PC only has a DVD burner.

Can I convert only selected chapters instead of the whole Blu-ray?

Yes, you can choose individual chapters or titles and trim or split segments so only the parts you want are converted. You can also merge several chapters into a single output file. This is handy when a disc holds trailers or extras you would rather keep off the finished DVD.