Convert DVDs to MKV with iOrgSoft: Step-by-Step Tutorial

Best Settings for iOrgSoft DVD to MKV Converter: Preserve Subtitles & Chapters

1. Source selection

• Choose full disc when you want all titles, menus, and extras.
• Choose main movie to rip only the primary feature (faster, smaller).

2. Output format and preset

• Format: MKV (Matroska) — preserves multiple audio/subtitle tracks and chapters.
• Preset: Use a high-quality or “Same as source” profile if available.

3. Video codec & quality

• Codec: H.264 (x264) for broad compatibility; H.265 (HEVC) for smaller files if your player supports it.
• Quality: Set constant quality or bitrate targeting visually lossless (CRF ~18–22 for H.264; CRF ~20–25 for H.265).
• Resolution: Keep original DVD resolution (720×480 NTSC / 720×576 PAL) to avoid upscaling.

4. Audio tracks

• Keep all audio tracks you need (e.g., English, commentary, foreign dubs).
• Codec: Keep original AC3/DTS if playback device supports it; otherwise convert to AAC (128–256 kbps) or AC3 (192–384 kbps).
• Channel: Preserve original channels (5.1) unless you need stereo.

5. Subtitles

• Select all subtitle tracks you want to preserve.
• Embed as soft subtitles (MKV supports soft subs) — do not burn-in unless you need permanent subtitles.
• Format: Prefer SRT or internal DVD subtitle streams; leave them in original format to retain styling if supported.

6. Chapters

• Enable chapter preservation so the MKV keeps DVD chapter markers.
• If there’s an option, export chapter file (.xml or .txt) and embed it in the MKV.

7. Advanced options

• Deinterlace: Enable only if the source appears interlaced and your playback requires progressive frames.
• Frame rate: Preserve original (usually 29.97 or 25 fps).
• Subtitles encoding: Use UTF-8 for text-based subtitles to avoid character issues.

8. File naming & metadata

• Use meaningful filenames including title, year, resolution, and audio languages.
• Add metadata (title, track languages, cover art) if the tool allows.

9. Verification & testing

• After ripping, test the MKV in a player that supports multiple tracks (e.g., VLC, MPV).
• Verify subtitle switching, chapter navigation, and audio track selection work correctly.

10. Quick recommended profile (summary)

• Output: MKV
• Video: H.264, CRF 18–22, original resolution
• Audio: Keep AC3/DTS or convert to AAC/AC3 (192–384 kbps)
• Subtitles: Soft, keep all, UTF-8
• Chapters: Preserve and embed

If you want, I can create a one-click settings checklist formatted for quick use.