If you are an avid iPod user and have the burning desire to watch your favorite videos, movies, and television shows on this small entertainment module, then you need to first convert them into a usable format that your iPod will understand. iPod video converters are computer software programs that take your original media output and rearranges the file into a format that is compatible with the programming in your iPod. They are quick and easy to use and within minutes of installing the program onto your computer, you can begin ripping all of your video formats into an iPod one. The prices of these programs are very reasonable, with average program pricing around $30.

Some conversion software will walk you step by step through the process over converting your videos into iPod format from start to finish. Many of them are full of features that advanced users will adore. For the most part, however, these programs can easily be used by the beginner who can overlook the added features and simply go with the factory settings. Even with those in place, you will get the best audio and video quality your original version provides without losing anything. Plus, some of these converters will allow you to select your iPod as the output destination, eliminating the need to convert the file, save it to your hard drive, and then upload it onto the device.

The more you play with the conversion software, the better you will get at using it and understanding what all the special features do. If something gets screwed, you can always erase or delete it and try again. Because these convert files in a matter of minutes, you can practice all you want without having to worry about wasting physical media.

In order to convert your video to an iPod format, make sure you have the software and it is installed on your computer. Most of the software is Windows based but there are a few Mac based versions available. Make sure you are using the right software for your operating system. Once it is loaded onto the computer, open the software. Before you is the main conversion screen.

Have your original media connected to the computer – DVDs or CDs in the drive, VHS player hooked up and installed in the multi-media center jacks, etc. – and then click the ‘Open file’ or ‘Upload’ button. Select the file from the source that you wish to convert into an iPod format.

Select the ‘Output’ button and choose where you want your converted file to be stored at. If you are practicing with the program you may want to create a junk file that these can be saved in and deleted later. Once you have selected your out put folder, click the ‘Convert’ or ‘Start’ button and go get a cup of coffee. By the time you get back, the process should be finished and your video loaded onto your iPod and ready for you to enjoy.