Rippsy Documentation

Complete guide to using Rippsy, the free AI-powered DVD ripper.

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Rippsy is completely free - no trials, no subscriptions, no "pro" versions. Just download and use!

Quick Start

  1. Insert DVD - Put your DVD into your computer's DVD drive
  2. Launch Rippsy - Open the app from your Start Menu
  3. Click "Scan for Drives" - Rippsy will detect your DVD
  4. Analyze - Let the AI analyze video quality (takes 10-30 seconds)
  5. Choose Format - MP4 (recommended), MKV, or ISO
  6. Start Ripping - Click "Rip DVD" and wait (typically 20-45 minutes)

AI Quality Detection

Rippsy's killer feature - it automatically analyzes your DVD and picks optimal settings:

  • Resolution Detection - Determines if content is SD (480p) or HD
  • Bitrate Calculation - Calculates perfect bitrate to avoid quality loss or bloat
  • Preset Selection - Chooses the best encoder preset automatically
  • Quality Score - Shows 0-100 quality rating before ripping

Example

You insert a 2003 home video DVD. Rippsy detects it's 480p, calculates bitrate at 2500kbps, and warns you that upscaling to 1080p would waste 8GB of space with zero quality gain.

Output Formats

MP4 (Recommended)

Best for most users

  • • H.264 video codec (universal compatibility)
  • • AAC audio (stereo or 5.1 surround)
  • • Works on all devices (phones, tablets, TVs, computers)
  • • Smaller file sizes

MKV (Matroska)

For archivists and media server users

  • • Supports multiple audio tracks and subtitles
  • • Better for lossless audio (DTS, AC3)
  • • Ideal for Plex/Jellyfin media servers
  • • Slightly larger files

ISO (Disc Image)

Exact 1:1 copy of the DVD

  • • Preserves menus, extras, all audio tracks
  • • Can be burned back to DVD later
  • • Largest file size (4-8GB per disc)
  • • Not recommended for most users

Settings

Video Settings

  • Quality Preset - Fast, Balanced (default), or High Quality
  • Custom Resolution - Override AI detection (not recommended)
  • Bitrate - Manual control if you know what you're doing
  • Two-Pass Encoding - Slower but slightly better quality

Audio Settings

  • Track Selection - Choose which audio track (English, Spanish, etc.)
  • Channels - Stereo, 5.1, or original
  • Audio Codec - AAC (default), MP3, or passthrough

Advanced

  • Output Directory - Where to save ripped files
  • Auto-eject - Eject DVD when done
  • Shutdown after rip - Turn off PC when finished (long rips overnight)
  • Notifications - Toast alerts for completed rips

Troubleshooting

DVD Not Detected

  • • Make sure DVD is inserted fully
  • • Try ejecting and re-inserting
  • • Check DVD drive works (try playing DVD in media player)
  • • Click "Refresh" in Rippsy

Rip Fails Midway

  • • DVD may be scratched or damaged
  • • Clean the disc with a soft cloth
  • • Try ripping in ISO mode first
  • • Check free disk space (need ~8GB per DVD)

Video Quality Looks Bad

  • • Source DVD quality may be poor to begin with
  • • Try "High Quality" preset
  • • Increase bitrate manually (Settings → Video)
  • • Use two-pass encoding for best results

Keyboard Shortcuts

Ctrl+SScan for drives
Ctrl+RStart ripping
Ctrl+PPause/Resume
Ctrl+,Open Settings

Need Help?

Visit our support portal or check the FAQ.