What is DVR-MS?

Microsoft DVR-MS, Windows Media Center recorded TV format — stored as video/x-ms-dvr — uses lossy encoding to handle windows media center recordings, live tv archiving, dvr content conversion. Typical file sizes: varies by content.

What is VOB?

DVD Video Object (VOB) is the container format for DVD-Video discs, containing MPEG-2 video, audio, and subtitles.

When Should You Use DVR-MS vs VOB?

DVR-MS vs VOB: Key Differences

• •The core technical difference: DVR-MS relies on lossy compression whereas VOB uses lossy compression.
• •Since both DVR-MS and VOB use lossy compression, the quality characteristics are comparable — differences in file size come down to how efficiently each format implements compression.
• •How transparency is handled: VOB does not support alpha channels — transparent areas in the source will become opaque.
• •File sizes: DVR-MS files typically range N/A and VOB files 1-2GB per hour of DVD video.
• •DVR-MS is optimized for windows media center recordings, live tv archiving, dvr content conversion while VOB is designed for dvd movies, legacy video archives — choose based on your specific workflow needs

Advantages of DVR-MS

• ✓DVR-MS applies lossy compression specifically calibrated for Windows Media Center recordings, live TV archiving, DVR content conversion.
• ✓DVR-MS enjoys broad native support across operating systems, browsers, and creative tools alike.
• ✓DVR-MS delivers impressive compression ratios, shrinking files dramatically while keeping visual quality high.
• ✓You will find DVR-MS support built into virtually every tool that handles Windows Media Center recordings, live TV archiving, DVR content conversion — no plugins or converters needed.

Advantages of VOB

• ✓VOB uses lossy compression tailored for DVD movies, legacy video archives.
• ✓VOB is supported natively on virtually every device, browser, and operating system.
• ✓VOB files are compact and quick to transfer, even over slow connections.
• ✓VOB integrates seamlessly with all major creative tools and workflows.

Common Use Cases for DVR-MS to VOB Conversion

• Streaming and online sharing

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Best Practices for DVR-MS to VOB Conversion

• →Converting DVR-MS to VOB: match the output resolution and bitrate to your target platform's requirements
• →VOB provides broad compatibility across devices and platforms
• →Use appropriate bitrate for the balance of quality and file size
• →VOB is a lossy format, so expect some quality loss at higher compression ratios
• →Always keep a backup of your original files before converting
• →Choose the appropriate quality settings for your specific use case

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Troubleshooting DVR-MS to VOB Conversion

• !VOB won't play on target device → check codec compatibility (H.264 has broadest support)
• !Audio out of sync after DVR-MS to VOB conversion → try re-muxing with a different container format
• !VOB quality is too low → increase the bitrate; for 1080p video, 8-15 Mbps is recommended
• !File size increased converting DVR-MS to VOB → lossless or higher-bitrate outputs naturally produce larger files

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