Here are the Release Notes for Recent Versions of DVDFab The most recent release is shown in red at the top of the page. Previous releases are shown in order as you scroll down. Notes for Beta releases are deleted when the next "official" release is posted. You can download the current release by clicking on the release number below

What's New:

DVDFab 6.0.2.2 June 26, 2009:Click to update or try it free for 30 days!

Core/UI Updates:

  • New: DVDFab will exit silently when using "/CLOSE" command line if copy process succeeds.
  • New: Updated language files.
  • Fix: Registration problem in last version 6.0.2.0 on certain systems.

DVD to DVD Option:

  • Fix: A PathPlayer problem that playable content be removed in certain cases.

DVDFab 6.0.2.0 June 24, 2009:

Core/UI Updates:

  • New: Added “General -> Diagnosis" window in Settings. User can choose enable/disable various log files.
  • New: Updated "Info" window to show info of Blu-ray and video file.
  • New: Updated report program to support sending info files of Blu-ray and video file.
  • New: Updated language files.
  • Fix: Preview cannot be opened manually when it's disabled in Settings.
  • Fix: HD Decrypter doesn't work when DVDFab options expired.

DVD to DVD Option:

  • New: Added support for a new protection as found on "Tyler Perry's Madea Goes to Jail" (US).
  • New: Improved performance of PathPlayer.
  • New: Added option to "ask before opening the disc" to specify the disc region code for removing RCE.

Blu-ray to Blu-ray Option:

  • New: Added support to remove RC, BD-Live and UOPs copy protections. Currently "Full Disc" and "Main Movie" are supported. "Clone" will be supported later.
  • New: Added option to "ask before opening the disc" to specify the disc region code for removing RC.
  • Fix: DVDFab may shut down when opening Blu-ray in certain cases.
  • Fix: AACS decryption may be wrong is certain cases.

DVD to Mobile Option:

  • New: Updated A/V codecs to latest version.
  • Fix: LPCM audio stream cannot be converted.
  • Fix: Subtitle may be rendered badly in some special cases.
  • Fix: An error "4(505) 4" when converting DVD in certain cases.

File to Mobile Option

  • New: Updated A/V codecs to latest version.
  • New: Added support for GPU acceleration for video decoding.
  • New: Both DXVA and CUDA GPU acceleration are supported, and user can choose which one to be used. Note: you may need update graphic card driver to enable CUDA.
  • Note: Currently only H264/VC1 in M2TS files are supported for GPU acceleration. MKV and other file formats will be supported later.

DVDFab 6.0.1.0 (May 15, 2009):

Please Note: Some changes were made to the key files with this release. If your licenses do not show correctly in Help:About, please download a new key from this link and be sure to select the correct version ("DVDFab 6.x all in one email")for the key emailer.

  • New: DVDFab 6 is the all-in-one software package for copying Blu-ray/DVD and converting video file.
  • New: DVDFab 6 consists of several feature options: "DVD to DVD", "Blu-ray to Blu-ray", "DVD to Mobile", "File to Mobile" and "File Mover".
  • New: DVDFab "DVD to DVD" was previously DVDFab Platinum.
  • New: DVDFab "File to Mobile" was previously VideoFab Converter.
  • New: Updated user interface.
  • New: Updated language files.

DVD to DVD Option:

  • Fix: A PathPlayer problem that playable content be removed in certain cases.

DVDFab 5.2.5.0 (April 17, 2009):

DVDFab Platinum/Gold:

  • New: Added support for a new copy protection as found on "Doubt" (US).
  • New: Improved DVD copying speed greatly.
  • New: Improved PathPlayer speed in certain cases.
  • New: Improved Preview startup speed.
  • New: Added complete command line support, please read the readme.txt file to get the details.
  • New: Added option "Allow running multiple instances of DVDFab".
  • New: Added option "Avoid standby when processing".
  • New: Added "Tell Friend" in help menu to recommend DVDFab to your friends.
  • New: Improved Option usage logic. If you don't use an Option, it will show "Never Be Used" in About window, and the 30 days trial time will only be started when you use it for first time.
  • New: Updated VSO burning engine.
  • New: Updated language files.
  • Fix: A PathPlayer problem that playable content be removed in certain cases.
  • Fix: An exit problem when opening DVD using PathPlayer in certain cases.
  • Fix: A pause problem on standalone player in certain cases.
  • Fix: A wrong default audio/subpicture problem when removing some audio/subpicture streams.

Mobile Option:

  • New: Increased DVD conversion speed greatly, especially on multi-core system.
  • New: Added option "Enable "Turbo CPU" for maximum cpu usage" in "Settings -> DVD to Mobile -> Convert". If you don't want to use 100% cpu, you can disable it.
  • New: Added "Output" window in "Settings -> File to Mobile".
  • New: Added new "Name output file based on pattern" feature, which you can specify the output file name based on several information like Volume, Title, Chapter, VideoCodec, AudioCodec, Year, Month and Day.
  • New: Added "Deinterlacing" option in "Conversion Settings" window.
  • New: Added "Channel" option in "Conversion Settings" window.
  • New: Added "Default Audio Channel" option in "Settings -> DVD to Mobile -> Convert" window, user can choose from "Same as Source" or "Specified in profile".
  • New: Added "Audio Downmix from multichannel to stereo" option in "Settings -> DVD to Mobile -> Convert" window, user can choose from "Stereo", "Dobly Surround / ProLogic" or "Dobly ProLogic II".
  • New: Added 5.1 multichannel output for PS3 and Xbox 360.
  • New: Added 5.1 multichannel output for audio only MP4 and WAV.
  • New: Added "Dobly Surround / ProLogic" and "Dobly ProLogic II" option for 5.1 multichannel downmix to stereo.
  • New: Added support for stereo upmix to 5.1 multichannel.
  • New: Added profiles to create AVI for DivX compatible player. Thanks for signals!
  • New: Reduced memory usage when converting file to Xbox 360 or Zune.
  • Fix: An error "531 2-12" for some special DVDs like "GIDEON_TUBA_WARRIOR" and "AIRPLANE!".
  • Fix: A freeze problem when converting subpicture to idx/sub files in certain cases.
  • Fix: A freeze problem when converting in certain cases.
  • Fix: A crash problem when converting file to MP3 in certain cases.
  • Fix: A crash problem when converting file to Xbox 360 or Zune in certain cases.
  • Fix: Converted WMV file cannot be played in certain cases.
  • Fix: Wrong time shown in PSP for converted MP4 file.
  • Fix: Cannot create correct thumbnails in "Advanced Resolution Settings" for special DVDs.
  • Fix: Output video with double image for special DVDs.
  • Fix: Output video is stretched (wrong aspect ratio) in certain cases.
  • Fix: Volume adjusting doesn't work in certain cases.

5.3.2.2 Beta (April 16, 2009)

DVDFab Platinum/Gold:

  • New: Updated language files.

Mobile Option:

  • New: Improved converting speed on multi-core system, especially 4 core or above.
  • New: Added option "Enable "Turbo CPU" for maximum cpu usage" in "Settings -> DVD to Mobile -> Convert". If you don't want to use 100% cpu, you can uncheck it.
  • Fix: A freeze problem when converting subpicture to idx/sub files in certain cases.

5.3.2.1 Beta (April 14, 2009)

DVDFab Platinum/Gold:

  • New: Improved PathPlayer speed in certain cases.
  • Fix: Content removal problem for PathPlayer in certain cases.

Blu-ray Option:

  • Fix: An exit problem when opening Blu-ray folder.

5.3.2.0 Beta (April 13, 2009)

DVDFab Platinum/Gold:

  • New: Added support for a new copy protection as found on "Doubt" (US).
  • New: Improved copying speed greatly.
  • Fix: An exit problem when opening DVD using PathPlayer.
  • Fix: Content removal problem for PathPlayer in last beta version.

Mobile Option:

  • New: Improved converting speed greatly.

Blu-ray Option:

  • New: Added preview support like a real Blu-ray player.
  • New: Improved Blu-ray opening speed.
  • New: Improved copying speed greatly.

5.3.1.0 Beta (April 6, 2009)

DVDFab Platinum/Gold:

  • New: Improved PathPlayer speed in certain cases.
  • New: Improved Preview startup speed.
  • New: Updated language files.
  • Fix: A PathPlayer problem that playable content be removed in certain cases.
  • Fix: A pause problem on standalone player in certain cases.

Blu-ray Option:

  • New: Reset trial period to allow user to test the new beta version.
  • New: Added support for setting default audio and subpicture for "Main Movie" mode.
  • New: Improved output size estimation for "Main Movie" mode.
  • Fix: Compatible problem on standalone Blu-ray player for "Main Movie" mode.

5.3.0.6 Beta (March 6, 2009)

DVDFab Platinum/Gold:

  • New: Updated language files.
  • Fix: A "Blu-ray Option" messagebox will be popped up when copying DVD, which was introduced in 5.3.0.5 Beta.

Mobile Option:

  • Fix: Output video with double image for special DVDs.
  • Fix: "Deinterlacing" option is not remembered.

Blu-ray Option:

  • Fix: Blu-ray Folder to ISO in "Write Data" will fail.

5.3.0.5 Beta (March 5, 2009)

DVDFab Platinum/Gold:

  • New: Improved Option usage logic. If you don't use an Option, it will show "Never Be Used" in About window, and the 30 days trial time will only be started when you use it for first time.
  • New: Improved command line support, which is case-insensitive now and quotation mark can be omitted.
  • New: Updated language files.
  • Fix: For command line, if the source is drive, it cannot be selected.
  • Fix: For command line, the end solidus for folder is not a must now.
  • Fix: For command line, the specific profile cannot be selected, only the default profile will be used.

Mobile Option:

  • New: Added "Deinterlacing" option in "Conversion Settings" window.
  • New: Added "Channel" option in "Conversion Settings" window.
  • New: Added "Default Audio Channel" option in "Settings -> DVD to Mobile -> Convert" window, user can choose from "Same as Source" or "Specified in profile".
  • New: Added "Audio Downmix from multichannel to stereo" option in "Settings -> DVD to Mobile -> Convert" window, user can choose from "Stereo", "Dobly Surround / ProLogic" or "Dobly ProLogic II".
  • New: Added 5.1 multichannel output for PS3 and Xbox 360.
  • New: Added 5.1 multichannel output for audio only MP4 and WAV.
  • New: Added "Dobly Surround / ProLogic" and "Dobly ProLogic II" option for 5.1 multichannel downmix to stereo.
  • New: Added support for stereo upmix to 5.1 multichannel.
  • New: Added profiles to create AVI for DivX compatible player. Thanks for signals!
  • Fix: Volume adjusting doesn't work in certain cases.
  • Fix: Output image is stretched (wrong aspect ratio) in certain cases.

Blu-ray Option:

  • Fix: A crash problem when copying Blu-ray in certain cases.
  • Fix: Blu-ray writer is not listed in Output combobox.
  • Fix: "Clone" will fail at start of burning.
  • Fix: "Main Movie" backup disc cannot be played on some standalone Blu-ray players.

MoveFab Option:

  • Fix: When transferring to iPod, MoveFab will pop up an empty messagebox in certain cases.

5.3.0.0 Beta(February 24, 2009)

DVDFab Platinum/Gold:

  • New: Added complete command line support, please read the readme.txt file to get the details.
  • New: Added option "Allow running multiple instances of DVDFab".
  • New: Added option "Avoid standby when processing".
  • New: Added "Tell Friend" in help menu to recommend DVDFab to your friends.
  • New: Updated VSO burning engine.
  • New: Updated language files.

Mobile Option:

  • New: Increased conversion speed greatly.
  • New: Added "Output" window in "Settings -> File to Mobile".
  • New: Added new "Name output file based on pattern" feature, which you can specify the output file name based on several information like Volume, Title, Chapter, VideoCodec, AudioCodec, Year, Month and Day.
  • Fix: An error "531 2-12" for some special DVDs like "GIDEON_TUBA_WARRIOR" and "AIRPLANE!".
  • Fix: Wrong time shown in PSP for converted MP4 file.
  • Fix: Cannot create correct thumbnails in "Advanced Resolution Settings" for special DVD source.
  • Fix: A freeze problem when converting file in certain cases.
  • Fix: A crash problem when converting file to MP3 in certain cases.
  • Fix: A crash problem when converting file to Xbox 360 or Zune in certain cases.
  • Fix: Reduced memory usage when converting file to Xbox 360 or Zune.
  • Fix: Converted WMV file cannot be played in certain cases.

Blu-ray Option:

A. Blu-ray to Blu-ray

  • 1. 4 Blu-ray to Blu-ray copy modes available: Full Disc, Main Movie, Clone and Write Data.
  • 2. Full Disc: All movies, menus and trailers, is copied to a Blu-ray with just one click.
  • 3. Main Movie: Just copy the movie, with specific audio/subpicture.
  • 4. Clone: Make perfect 1:1 bit-to-bit copy of Blu-ray.
  • 5. Write Data: Burn existing Blu-ray folder or ISO image file to Blu-ray writer, or convert Blu-ray folder to ISO image file.
  • 6. Very fast copying speed.
  • 7. Burn to any blank Blu-ray Disc (BD-R 25, BD-RE 25, BD-R 50, BD-RE 50).
  • 8. Constantly updated to support latest Blu-ray burners and blank Blu-ray discs.

B. Benefits

  • 1. Remove all known AACS protections.
  • 2. Constantly updated to support latest Blu-ray copy protections.
  • 3. Include internal UDF 2.50 parser to read Blu-ray, no need to install third party driver.
  • 4. Open Blu-ray from disc, ISO image file or folder.
  • 5. Support both NTSC and PAL Blu-ray.

MoveFab Option:

  • New: Added new "MoveFab" feature to transfer converted files to devices. Currently it supports iPod, PSP and ZUNE, and it will support more devices in the future.
  • New: Added option "Run "MoveFab" to transfer converted files to mobile devices after finished conversion".
Please note: For new Blu-ray Option and MoveFab Option, you can try it for 30 days for free. To continue using them after the 30-day evaluation period, you will need to pay a registration fee.

5.2.3.2 (January 22, 2009)

  • Happy Chinese New Year (January 26, 2009, The year of the Ox)!
  • New: Added support for a new copy protection as found on "The Express" (US).
  • New: Updated language files.
  • Fix: A crash problem when previewing DVD or converting DVD to Mobile in certain cases.
  • Fix: An error 400 when copying DVD in certain cases.
  • Fix: A freeze problem when copying DVD in certain cases.

5.2.3.0 (January 9, 20090

  • Happy New Year!
  • New: Added support for a new copy protection as found on "Bangkok Dangerous" (US) and "Disaster Movie" (US).
  • New: Updated VSO burning engine.
  • New: Increased conversion speed for "DVD to Mobile" greatly. (DVDFab Mobile Option)
  • Fix: Eject wrong drive tray if there are two or more DVD writers when burning for second time.
  • Fix: A freeze problem when converting DVD in certain cases. (DVDFab Mobile Option)
  • Fix: A crash problem when converting DVD like "Sleeping Beauty". (DVDFab Mobile Option)
  • Fix: A crash problem when converting DVD to Xbox 360 or Zune in certain cases. (DVDFab Mobile Option)
  • Fix: Reduced memory usage when converting DVD to Xbox 360 or Zune. (DVDFab Mobile Option)
  • Fix: Converted WMV file cannot be played in certain cases. (DVDFab Mobile Option)

5.2.2.2 (December 24, 2008)

  • Merry Christmas!
  • New: Updated language files.
  • Fix: A crash problem when burning DVD in certain cases.
  • Fix: A crash problem at startup in certain cases.
  • Fix: A crash problem when converting DVD in certain cases. (DVDFab Mobile Option)
  • Fix: A crash problem when converting DVD to MP3 in certain cases. (DVDFab Mobile Option)

5.2.2.0 (December 18, 2008)

  • New: Rewritten "DVD to Mobile" engine, now it's fully optimized for multi-core system. (DVDFab Mobile Option)
  • New: Increased conversion speed for "DVD to Mobile" up to 100%. (DVDFab Mobile Option)
  • New: Reduced memory usage for "DVD to Mobile". (DVDFab Mobile Option)
  • New: Create ISO image file by using burning engine VSO, Nero or ImgBurn.
  • New: Improved Preview thread model, which can react faster and be more stable.
  • New: Connect Directshow Decoder of Preview manually, which is faster and more stable.
  • New: Updated VSO burning engine.
  • New: Updated language files.
  • New: Added profile for FLV so that you can upload output file to YouTube. (DVDFab Mobile Option)
  • New: Added "Default Framerate" option in "Settings -> DVD to Mobile". User can choose between "Same as source" and "Specified in profile". (DVDFab Mobile Option)
  • New: Remembered subpicture option: "Direct render to video" or "Extract to idx/sub file". (DVDFab Mobile Option)
  • Fix: Volume label cannot be changed when creating ISO image file.
  • Fix: A freeze problem before copying DVD in certain cases.
  • Fix: A freeze problem when Preview is running in certain cases.
  • Fix: A crash problem when Preview is running in certain cases.
  • Fix: A crash problem when using Directshow Decoder of Preview in certain cases.
  • Fix: A freeze problem when converting some DVDs like "Iron Man". (DVDFab Mobile Option)
  • Fix: A crash problem when converting chapters in certain cases. (DVDFab Mobile Option)
  • Fix: A crash problem at start of converting DVD in certain cases. (DVDFab Mobile Option)
  • Fix: Output file is unplayable when using generic.avi.xvid.audiocopy or generic.avi.h264.audiocopy profile. (DVDFab Mobile Option)
  • Fix: An error (534 5) when using ipod.audio.mp3 profile. (DVDFab Mobile Option)
  • Fix: File name of idx/sub is wrong in 2-pass encoding mode. (DVDFab Mobile Option)
  • Fix: An error when detecting if video is inverse telecine. (DVDFab Mobile Option)
  • Fix: Output file is unplayable for ZUNE and Xbox 360 devices in last beta version. (DVDFab Mobile Option)
  • Fix: Several minor problems.

5.1.2.2 (November 30, 2008)

  • New: Added support for a new copy protection as found on "The Dark Knight" (US).
  • Fix: Burned DVD cannot be played, which was introduces in version 5.1.2.0, we are really sorry for the problem.

5.1.2.0 (November 28, 2008)

  • New: Improved transcoding speed of "DVD to DVD" mode.
  • New: Profile can be changed in "Tast List" window now. (DVDFab Mobile Option)
  • New: Improved selection of recommended write speed. DVDFab will use 16x when writer recommends 18x or 20x, and will use 8x when writer recommends 12x or 16x. If you want to use highest possible write speed, you can specify it in "Write Speed" of "Settings -> DVD -> Write" window.
  • New: Updated VSO burning engine.
  • New: Added support for "AUTO" and "MAX" write speed of ImgBurn.
  • New: Updated language files.
  • New: Some minor improvements.
  • Fix: A crash problem when copying "Wall-E" (US).
  • Fix: A problem for "Clone" of "Wall-E" (US).
  • Fix: UOPs protection is not removed completely when using "Main Movie" mode.

5.1.1.0 (November 1, 2008)

  • New: Improved speed of "Verify disc after finished burning" up to 500%.
  • New: Improved cleaning of DVD structure.
  • New: Added support for Nero 9 burning engine.
  • Fix: "Copy Non-DVD files" was broken from version 5.1.0.0.
  • Fix: Drive A and B cannot be recognized as DVD source.
  • Fix: Windows 98/Me support was broken for some time, and now it's back.
  • Fix: Second output disc of "Customize Split" will not play correctly on some standalone players.
  • Fix: "Verify disc after finished burning" may be skipped.
  • Fix: Aspect ratio in small preview window is wrong when source is 4:3.
  • Fix: MKV with H264 output cannot be played on some players. (DVDFab Mobile Option)

5.1.0.0 (October 10, 2008)

  • New: Improved writable media detection.
  • New: Added ps3.vob.passthrough profile. (DVDFab Mobile Option)
  • New: Select framerate 23.976 fps automatically if IVTC can be applied to avoid jerky playback on devices like iPod, Zone, PS3 and Xbox 360. (DVDFab Mobile Option)Please note: if you have set the default profile for iPod, Zone, PS3 and Xbox 360, you need change the framerate to 23.976 fps and set default profile again.
  • New: Changed option text "iPod" to "iPod / iPhone". (DVDFab Mobile Option)
  • New: Updated language files.
  • Fix: A freeze problem when copying DVD in certain cases.
  • Fix: Preview is not updated when source is changed.
  • Fix: Sound is not played when media is requested.
  • Fix: DVDFab will not start after registration on Windows Vista 64-bit.
  • Fix: A silent exit problem when opening DVD in certain cases.
  • Fix: An audio beep problem when converting certain DVDs like "Hellboy" and "Decoys". (DVDFab Mobile Option)
  • Fix: Converted AC3/DTS file is not raw data when using generic.audiocopy profile. (DVDFab Mobile Option)
  • Fix: Converted MP4 file can not be transferred to iPod when using ipod.mpeg4 profile in certain cases. (DVDFab Mobile Option)
  • Fix: Framerate is wrong when using "Same as source" in certain cases. (DVDFab Mobile Option)
  • Fix: Time length of WAV file is wrong when using generic.audio.wav profile. (DVDFab Mobile Option)

5.0.9.0 (September 6, 2008)

  • Fix: Subpicture is not rendered correctly for WMV 2-pass encoding in device ZUNE and Xbox 360. (DVDFab Mobile Option)
  • Fix: A jerky playback problem for WMV output, since the fps is not set correctly. (DVDFab Mobile Option)
  • Fix: "Display only forced subpicture" only works for the first selected title. (DVDFab Mobile Option)

5.0.8.5 (August 16, 2008)

  • New: Added "Output Type" in 'Conversion Settings" window. User can choose between "Video + Audio" and "Audio Only". (DVDFab Mobile Option)
  • New: Extract DVD audio to MP3/MP4/WMA/WAV/AC3/DTS with "Audio Only" output type. (DVDFab Mobile Option)
  • New: Added audio only profiles for devices Generic, iPod and Zune. (DVDFab Mobile Option)
  • New: Added option "Run report program when DVDFab crashes" in "Settings -> General" window. Although it doesn't collect personal information and helps us to improve DVDFab, user can disable it so that DVDFab will not access internet automatically when DVDFab crashes.
  • New: Updated HD Decrypter to support AACS V4 and V7, which exist on HD-DVD and Blu-ray released before June, 2008.
  • Please note: DVDFab doesn't support HD-DVD and Blu-ray officially now, since it doesn't work on some Blu-ray discs, which was just released or released by "20th Century Fox". Please take this feature as free bonus, thanks for your understanding.
  • New: Updated language files.
  • Fix: A crash problem when using "Internal" preview.
  • Fix: Preview audio and subpicture can't be changed in certain cases.

5.0.7.6 (July 30, 2008)

  • Fix: A silent exit problem when copying DVD to DVD in certain cases, which was introduced in 5.0.7.5, sorry.

5.0.7.5 (July 29, 2008)

  • New: Reduced time (up to 50%) to analyze title. (DVDFab Mobile Option)
  • New: Update language files.
  • Fix: A crash problem when copying DVD to DVD in certain cases.
  • Fix: A crash problem when converting DVD to Mobile in certain cases. (DVDFab Mobile Option)
  • Fix: A freeze problem when analyzing title in certain cases. (DVDFab Mobile Option)

5.0.7.2 (July 27, 2008)

  • New: Rewritten DVD writable media detection routine, now it's more easy to use.
  • New: Added option "Auto" for "Write Type of DVD-R Media" in "Settings -> DVD -> Write", which will choose suitable type from SAO or Packet writing.
  • New: Added option "Memorize user interface options", and it's disabled by default.
  • New: Updated VSO burning engine.
  • New: Updated A/V codecs. (DVDFab Mobile Option)
  • New: Update language files.
  • Fix: A crash problem when showing Preview in certain cases, which was introduced in 5.0.6.0.
  • Fix: Wrong aspect ratio problem for Preview.
  • Fix: "Task cancelled" when converting DVD to Mobile in certain cases. (DVDFab Mobile Option)
  • Fix: Several minor problems.

5.0.6.0 (July 15, 2008)

  • New: Added "DVDFab Video Decoder" and "DVDFab Audio Decoder" as default DirectShow decoder for Preview.
  • New: Added subpicture support for Preview. User can switch subpicture while playing now.
  • New: All UI options are memorized, so that user don't need adjust it every time.
  • New: Reduced time to open DVD in certain cases.
  • New: Update language files.
  • Fix: Rollback VSO burning engine since the latest one has bugs.
  • Fix: DVD created by some DVD recorders can't be opened.
  • Fix: Audio volume in Preview cannot be adjusted.
  • Fix: A crash problem at DVDFab startup in certain cases.
  • Fix: Several crash problems when opening DVD in certain cases.
  • Fix: A crash problem when analyzing DVD title in certain cases. (DVDFab Mobile Option)
  • Fix: Several minor problems.

5.0.5.0 (July 2, 2008)

  • New: Added DirectShow decoder support for Preview, which means preview can work like real DVD player now.
  • New: For preview, user can enter/exit full screen, and can switch audio while playing.
  • New: Added option "Decoder" in "Settings -> General -> Preview", user can choose from "Internal" and "DirectShow".
  • New: Added options "Video Decoder" and "Audio Decoder", user can choose specific filter from all the installed DirectShow filters.
  • New: Updated VSO burning engine.
  • New: Updated language files.
  • Fix: A freeze problem when opening DVD if PathPlayer is enabled in certain cases.
  • Fix: A crash problem when opening DVD in certain cases.
  • Fix: A crash problem when opening DVD if PathPlayer is enabled in certain cases.
  • Fix: A crash problem when copying DVD if option "Jump to first menu when disc inserted" in enabled in certain cases.
  • Fix: A crash problem when using "Write Data" in certain cases.
  • Fix: A crash problem when converting process has just started in certain cases. (DVDFab Mobile Option)
  • Fix: A low quality problem when using H.264 1-pass encoding, from version 5.0.3.0. (DVDFab Mobile Option)
  • Fix: A/V sync problem when using 2-pass encoding in certain cases. (DVDFab Mobile Option)
  • Fix: Video can't be played on PS3 when using ps3.default profile. (DVDFab Mobile Option)
  • Fix: Several minor problems.

5.0.3.0 (June 6, 2008)

  • New: Updated H.264 codec to improve encoding speed. (DVDFab Mobile Option)
  • New: Updated language files.
  • Fix: PathPlayer doesn't work on Semi-Pro (US) and Vince Vaughn's Wild West Comedy Show (US).

Note: both DVDs need PathPlayer enabled to remove copy protection

  • Fix: A crash problem at DVDFab startup in certain cases.
  • Fix: A crash problem when opening DVD in certain cases.
  • Fix: Two crash problems when using H.264 2-pass encoding in certain cases. (DVDFab Mobile Option)
  • Fix: A/V sync problem when using 2-pass encoding for certain DVDs, like Zathura, National Treasure 2. (DVDFab Mobile Option)
  • Fix: Several minor problems.

5.0.2.5 (May 26, 2008)

  • New: Updated language files.
  • Fix: Content may be removed for multi-story title, like "American Gangster" (US).
  • Fix: "Split" mode asks for double layer media.
  • Fix: A crash problem when using "VOB" profile. (DVDFab Mobile Option)

5.0.2.2 (May 23, 2008)

  • New: Added option "Create dvdid.xml which can be used by Windows Media Center" in "Settings -> DVD to DVD".
  • New: Added option "Memory amount used for converting" in "Settings -> DVD to Mobile -> Generic". The default value "Auto" should work well, and you can choose from "Low", "Normal", "High" and "Max" to see which one works best on your PC. (applies to Option:Mobile only)
  • New: Updated language files.
  • Fix: "Split" mode doesn't work in certain cases.
  • Fix: "Split" mode doesn't output ISO file for second disc when target is ISO.
  • Fix: Files in target folder will be deleted when converting DVD folder to ISO file.
  • Fix: Converting speed slowed down on some PCs in 5.0.2.0 release. (DVDFab Mobile Option)
  • Fix: Several crash problems in certain cases.
  • Fix: Several minor problems.

5.0.2.0 (May 9, 2008)

  • New: Brand new user interface, more easy to use.
  • New: All-in-one installer for DVDFab Platinum/Gold/HD Decrypter. User can try any one, then decide which one to buy.
  • New: Added "Customize Split" mode to copy a DVD-9 onto two DVD-5 discs using "Customize" way. Ideal for episode/season DVD.
  • New: Titles are listed by playback order now, if PathPlayer is enabled.
  • New: Created "dvdid.xml" file when copying DVD, so that Windows Media Center can retrieve cover art and movie info from internet automatically.
  • New: Added option "Copy Original IFO Files" in "Clone" mode.
  • New: Added option "Move icon to system tray when minimized" in "Settings -> General".
  • New: Added option "Disable screensaver when processing" in "Settings -> General"
  • New: Added option "Check Now" to check new version immediately in "Settings -> General".
  • New: Added option "Send IFO Files" in "Settings -> Info" by using new Report program. No need to use email program anymore.
  • New: Crash report can be sent by using new Report program too.
  • New: Updated language files.
  • New: Rewritten A/V sync engine. (DVDFab Mobile Option)
  • New: Increased converting speed up to 20%. (DVDFab Mobile Option)
  • New: Added option "Supported by Device" and "Zoomed by Source Aspect Ratio" in "Advanced Resolution Settings". (DVDFab Mobile Option)
  • New: Added profile for iriver X20. (DVDFab Mobile Option)
  • Fix: A freeze problem if PathPlayer is enabled when opening DVD like "Before the Devil Knows You're Dead" (US).
  • Fix: A freeze problem if PathPlayer is enabled when opening DVD like "The Orphanage" (US).
  • Fix: A playback problem for "Cloverfield" (US) when copying "Full Disc".
  • Fix: A crash problem when opening "Cloverfield" (US) if "Main Movie" is the first copy mode.
  • Fix: Angle button may be shown when playing multi-angle title.
  • Fix: Several crash problems in certain cases.
  • Fix: Several minor problems.

4.1.2.0 (Mar 22, 2008)

  • New: Rebuilt with latest development tool VS2008.
  • New: Improved support for CORE X2 protection as found on some Czech DVDs.
  • New: Improved removal of RCE protection.
  • New: Updated language files.
  • Fix: PathPlayer may remove playable content in certain cases.
  • Fix: PathPlayer may cause crash in certain cases.
  • Fix: A crash problem when selecting "jump to menu/title when disc inserted", in certain cases.
  • Fix: A freeze problem when copying FluxDVD protected DVDs.
  • Fix: A crash problem when converting to Xbox 360 in certain cases, for "DVD to Mobile".
  • Fix: Ouput file cannot be played on PSP since "Unsupported Data" appears in certain cases, for "DVD to Mobile".
  • Fix: Several minor problems.

4.1.0.2 (Mar 4, 2008)

  • New: Updated language files.
  • Fix: An error 400(21 4) when copying DVD in certain cases, which was introduced in 4.1.0.0, sorry.
  • Fix: A corrupt data problem, which may cause Nero burning engine failed.

Also see the release notes for v4.1.0.0 below

4.1.0.0 (Mar 3, 2008)

  • New: Added "Crop" feature to remove the black bar on many widescreen movies, for "DVD to Mobile".
  • New: Added option "Crop automatically", and it's enabled by default.It can be turned off in Custom Settings->Generic by UNchecking the box.
  • New: Added "Advanced Resolution Settings" to allow user to resize output from letterbox to pan&scan, for "DVD to Mobile".
  • New: Added thumbnail preview for "Crop" and "Advanced Resolution Settings" to see the real output before converting.
  • New: Preselect appropriate resolution and bitrate for better quality by default, for "DVD to Mobile".
  • New: Improved compatibility with DVD Shrink for DVDs like "3:10 to Yuma".
  • New: Improved DVD structure cleaning module to remove ending fake title-set.
  • New: Improved "Jump to main title when disc inserted" to select correct angle if it's multi-angle title.
  • New: Added TV-Out profiles for iPod and PSP2000, for "DVD to Mobile".
  • New: Added profile for BlackBerry cellphone, for "DVD to Mobile".
  • New: Updated language files.
  • Fix: Option "Jump to first menu when disc inserted" may cause playback problem, like "30 Days of Night", (US).
  • Fix: A playback problem on some DVD recorders/players for "Split" mode, finally.
  • Fix: A warning message "Failure to initialize burn engine" when choosing ImgBurn burning engine, in certain cases.
  • Fix: A warning message "Unable to lock volume for exclusive access" for ImgBurn 2.4.0.0.
  • Fix: Several minor problems.

4.0.6.2 (Feb 7, 2008)

  • Happy Chinese New Year 2008!
  • New: Improved "Jump to first menu when disc inserted". Now DVDFab works with Disney FastPlay DVDs like "Santa Clause 3".
  • New: Improved "Jump to main title when disc inserted" to select correct audio, subpicture and highlighted button in advance.
  • New: Improved detection of main title. Now DVDFab can detect first title on season/episodic DVDs.
  • New: Added full support for Nero Burning ROM (all "DVD -> Write" options and layer break position).
  • New: Added full support for ImgBurn, a popular free DVD burning software from LIGHTNING UK!
  • New: Added full support for MKV format in "Generic" mode, for "DVD to Mobile".
  • New: Updated VSO burning engine.
  • New: Updated language files.
  • Fix: Removed DVD content accidentally when "PathPlayer" is enabled in certain cases.
  • Fix: Removed DVD content accidentally when it contains multi-story content.
  • Fix: "Jump to first menu when disc inserted" doesn't work in "Customize" mode in certain cases.
  • Fix: Several minor problems.

4.0.5.5 (Jan 23, 2008)

  • New: Added support for a new copy protection as found on "SAW IV", (US).
  • New: Improved support for CORE X2 protection as found on some Czech DVDs.
  • New: Improved PathPlayer performance in certain cases.
  • New: Updated VSO burning engine.
  • New: Updated A/V codecs for "DVD to Mobile".
  • New: Updated language files.
  • New: Added mp3 320kbps bitrate to generic.avi.xvid.mp3 profile.
  • New: Added generic.avi.h264.audiocopy and generic.avi.h264.mp3 profiles.
  • New: Added profile for Archos 605, thanks for GregRocket.
  • Fix: "Failed to get DVD Information" when opening DVD in certain cases.
  • Fix: When choosing "Jump to first menu when disc inserted", backup jumps to "Parental Control menu" in certain cases.
  • Fix: "Split" mode does not work on some DVDs, like "3:10 to Yuma".
  • Fix: Error 400(20 9) when copying DVD in certain cases.
  • Fix: A crash problem on Windows 2000 and Windows XP (without SP2), for "DVD to Mobile".
  • Fix: Several minor problems.

4.0.5.0 (Jan 10, 2008)

  • New: Improved PathPlayer performance, the DVD opening time is reduced from 3-4 minutes to 1-2 minutes in most cases.
  • New: Improved PathPlayer accuracy to detect real unplayable cells.
  • New: Added option "Check for multiple set of BOVs in the same cell (like Easter Eggs)" in "Settings -> PathPlayer" window.
  • New: Select correct main title for "Simpsons Movie" (US), with help of PathPlayer.
  • New: Improved compatibility with some standalone DVD players.
  • New: Updated language files.
  • Fix: "Jump to main title when disc inserted" doesn't working when copying "Eastern Promises" (US).
  • Fix: A reading error problem when copying some copy protected discs.
  • Fix: A/V sync problem in certain cases for "DVD to Mobile".

4.0.3.2 (Dec 29, 2007)

  • New: Improved support for CORE X2 protection.
  • Fix: A freeze problem when copying DVD in certain cases, which was introduced in 4.0.3.0, sorry!

4.0.3.0 (Dec 26, 2007)

  • Merry Christmas!
  • New: Added support for a new copy protection as found on "Rush Hour 3", (US).
  • New: Added support for a new CORE X2 protection as found on "Next", (R2, Czech).

The new CORE X2 is really hard to beat, but DVDFab can handle it now.

  • New: Improved DVD structure cleaning module. Now DVDFab output is more compatible with other DVD programs.
  • New: Improved PathPlayer to determine some special paths.
  • New: Added more protection info in "Settings -> Info" window.
  • New: Added support for Microsoft ZUNE and Xbox 360.

Please note you need have installed Windows Media Player 11 to use the feature.

  • New: Added devices "ZUNE, NDS, Xbox 360 and PS3" to navigation bar.
  • New: Updated A/V codecs for "DVD to Mobile".
  • New: Updated language files.
  • Fix: "Clone" mode may fail when copying data DVD in certain cases.
  • Fix: A corrupt data problem when copying chapter range of "Main Movie".
  • Fix: A crash problem when clicking "Settings" button in certain cases.
  • Fix: A crash problem when using command line interface.
  • Fix: A problem that encoding speed slows down to zero in certain cases, for "DVD to Mobile".
  • Fix: A "process failed" problem when using h264 2-pass encoding, in certain cases for "DVD to Mobile".
  • Fix: Several minor problems.

4.0.1.0 (Nov 12, 2007)

  • New: Brand new user interface, more professional!
  • New: Rewritten DVD structure cleaning module.
    • When copying a range of chapters, the unselected chapters are removed, in "No menus" mode.
    • All unreferenced cells are removed in "No menus" mode.
    • When preserving menus, the unselected titles will not be played. In previous versions, the unselected titles will be converted to empty title and will be played.
  • New: Added option "Change DVD playback order" in "Full Disc" and "Customize" mode. You can choose "Jump to first menu when disc inserted" or "Jump to main title when disc inserted".
  • New: Added option "Remove annoying PGCs (like FBI warnings)" in "Full Disc" and "Customize" mode.
  • New: Added timeout for PathPlayer to avoid infinite loop.
  • New: Added more protection info in "Settings -> Info" window.
  • New: Added option "Create files in subfolders of output directory".
  • New: Added option "Display only forced subpicture" for "DVD to Mobile".
  • New: Added option "Split by chapter" for "DVD to Mobile".
  • New: Added profile for Apple iPhone and iPod Touch, for "DVD to Mobile".
  • New: Updated language files.
  • Fix: A problem that "Enable PathPlayer" message will be shown again and again.
  • Fix: Freeze problem at start of movie on certain standalone DVD players.
  • Fix: A/V sync problem when using other DVD converting software except for DVDFab Platinum.
  • Fix: A/V sync problem in certain cases for "DVD to Mobile", like "Meet the Robinsons".

3.2.1.0 (Oct 10, 2007)

  • New: Improved logic for "Enable PathPlayer when necessary".

DVDFab will not enable PathPlayer in normal cases when opening DVD. Once DVDFab detects a reading error when copying DVD, it will ask user to restart DVDFab to reopen the DVD by using PathPlayer. In this way, DVDFab has the ability of opening DVD as fast as before, and uses PathPlayer when really necessary.

  • New: Added support for a new CORE X2 protection.
  • New: Added display of drive, disc and protection info in "Settings -> Info" window.
  • New: Added display of PathPlayer scanning result in "Settings -> Info" window.
  • New: Added "Save IFO Files" feature in "Settings -> Info" window.
  • New: Do not rely on Windows file system completely when opening DVD.
  • New: Improved "Reset DMA" feature on Windows 2000/XP.
  • New: Updated language files.
  • Fix: Compatibility problem with some Plextor drives, like PX-760A, PX-760SA, etc.
  • Fix: Error 400(100 0 3 701) when copying DVD in certain cases.
  • Fix: Error 400(20 14) when copying DVD in certain cases.
  • Fix: PathPlayer may remove playable content in certain cases.
  • Fix: A crash problem when opening DVD in certain cases.
  • Fix: Bitrate is wrong when using 2-pass encoding mode for "DVD to Mobile".
  • Fix: Several minor problems.

3.2.0.0 (Sep 25, 2007)

  • New: Brand new "PathPlayer" technology to remove latest DVD copy protection.

"PathPlayer" gives DVDFab the ability to copy DVD content only allowed to be played on a real DVD player. In this way, DVDFab will ignore unplayable content which may contain copy protection.

Please note when "PathPlayer" is enabled, opening a DVD may need up to several minutes, which is much longer than before.

  • New: Added setting options for "PathPlayer".
  • New: Added support for a new copy protection as found on "Blade: House of Chthon", (US).
  • New: Added support for a new copy protection as found on "88 Minutes", (R2, German).
  • New: Added support for a new copy protection as found on "Bridge to Terabithia", (R2, German).
  • New: Added support for a new copy protection as found on "Curse of the Golden Flower", (R2, UK).
  • New: Removed unreferenced VTS and PGC for cleaner DVD structure and better compression.
  • New: Brand new "DVD to Mobile" framework which gives DVDFab the ability to take the power of dual core (or more cores) CPU. Our test shows the H.264 encoding on dual core system speeds up to 200%.
  • New: "DVD to Mobile" feature uses a lot of of open source libraries, like FFmpeg, x264, xvid, liba52, faac, lame, etc. DVDFab is compatible with open source GPL/LGPL license, and thanks for the help of open source community.
  • New: Program and installer are signed now for security.
  • New: Updated language files.