Used Blu-Ray player for transferring data to a computer
Used Blu-Ray player for transferring data to a computer
I wasn't really sure where to post this.
I have 2 stand-alone table top DVD/Blu-Ray players used for TVs. I was wondering if it's possible to hook one of them up to my CPU (maybe USB input?) so I can rip a Blu-Ray movie using a software that will allow me to upload it and play it from my Plex server? I have a standard CD player/writer on my computer but it's not Blu-Ray compatible. I just don't know if those two TV Blu-Ray players will even be read by the computer or not. Of if the software will detect it so I can rip them.
I only have two Blu-Ray movies that I need to rip and I did not see a reason to buy a computer Blu-Ray player for my desktop for $50+. Trying to find a used one but the price is not that much cheaper.
Any suggestions if what I said previously does not work?
Thank you.
Understanding the model number can assist in identifying their functions.
Without an analog output on those devices, copy protection on the HDMI connections will prevent recording the disks without additional converters, which would be as expensive as the device you wish to avoid.
Get a flashed Blu-Ray drive. Explore MakeMKV. Visit the "drives" forums and inquire about someone who can sell you one. You might also flash it yourself, though it's a challenging task. Afterward, download the Makemkv software and begin ripping. This is the sole method for creating exact backups of your Blu-Ray disc. Make sure you have enough storage space, as Blu-Ray files are quite large.
Hi. I'm sorry for the delayed reply.
At the moment, I'm not sure about the other models besides Samsung and LG. That doesn't really help much, does it? I don't believe either of them offers video output other than HDMI.
Flashdrive seems interesting. I don't know anyone who uses it. I usually rely on MakeMKV for my rips. I just have two Blu-Ray movies—Band of Brothers and Unknown—but I'm not sure if anyone has them.
Right now, I have more urgent tasks to handle. Once again, my apologies for not responding sooner.
Thank you.