problems with dvd decrypter

[jasonfinal]

I've had a quick look at some of the dvd backup tutorials. But the learning curve is pretty steep.

Is there another way to backup a protected dvd other than using such programs as dvd decrypter?

When I use dvd decrpter it comes up with an error, something about having to change the region of my burner (dvr-a04). So do i need a new firmware? And there was a warning on the firmware download page that it could damage the burner? Is that true?

Thanks in advance

[bighap]

You don't need new firmware. Download the region setter at the bottom of this (http://www.pioneerelectronics.com/Pioneer/CDA/ServiceAndSupport/SelfHelpForIndDet/1,1457,21840,00.html) page and follow the instructions of the readme file.

[jasonfinal]

I followed the instructions, and I thought that I might be able to set the region to 4, since I'm in Australia, but I ended setting it to region 1.

Since I want to copy region 4 dvds, should I set it to region 4?

Alright, I've 4 more times to get it right!

[bighap]

Yes, if it allows you to. When you put in the region number try putting 4 and see how it goes.

[jasonfinal]

That dos program only allows for setting to region 1. But I found this Toshipa program, much easier to use, and change it to region 4. Burned my first successful region coded dvd.

Thanks for your help.

[bighap]

Nice job. Have fun.:D