Even though I do a lot of PowerPoint work, I've never done one for DVD. Below is a link to a site I reference often. The link is for pointers to some valuable PPT to DVD info.

Jodi-

Here is a link that might be useful: PPT to DVD

tia judy, if ur puter is still under warranty then it means its a current puter
so then ur dvd burner should be able to burn DVD-R amd DVD+R
NO? dual format but maybe not dual layered which a whole different subject.
external DVDs might be a tad slow.
i have an external DVD burner but have not used it yet!
why? well i have a burner in my desktop so use that one.
bought the external just cause the price was right.

I've had ProShow Gold recommended to me.
Alas though, you need to create the show in that program as opposed to converting MS PowerPoint files into it. Anyone familiar with the program?

myardor:
It's true, my computer is recent, buy it does not burn dvd-r.

Jodi:
some good information on your link-thanks.

Judy - do you want to do this project only with PowerPoint, or would you be open to using a differnt program?

You can make a slideshow with Picasa (free from Google). If you have Windows XP you can make your slideshow in Windows Movie Maker.

My HP printer came with software that creates slideshows - there are bunches of them out there.

Hi GardenGirl,

I originally wanted to be able to convert the MS-PP files I already have, and will have in future, into a TV format and burn to DVD, but it doesn't look like it's possible to do that.

So, yes, I guess I am open to alternative programs that will let me create slideshows, with lots of animation and transition options.
However, I need to burn the files so they can be played on all DVD players for viewing on TV. I would like the program to be able to do that also.

I'll look into your recommendations.

Thanks, Judy

Judy - I use Roxio Easy CD/DVD Creator 6. I have also used my photo editing program Microsoft Digital Image Suite 9. They both are great for digital slide shows. I can do transitions, add music, etc. I can play them on DVD players to view on TV.

I just went into Windows Movie Maker. You will have that program. It is under Accessories. You can add your still images, make trasition effects between them, and add music. I just tried a few and it works - I didn't play around with it a lot, but it will do a lot of things and burn to a viewable DVD

I found Movie Maker in my start menu. I can't believe that I didn't know I had that on my computer!

I opened it and just scanned through it for a minute.
I didn't see where you could burn to DVD in a format that would be viewable on a TV though.
I'll take a closer look later.

I'm going to look at all your suggestions.
The main thing I want is a lot of options when it comes clip art, sounds, animations, backgrounds, and transitions.

You were a huge help, GardenGirl-thanks again.

Hmmm...the only option is to burn to a CD.

I did a little search, and MS recommends using a 3 party software to burn the project to DVD.

It shows My DVD, which I have. It came with my burner. I also have Roxie Easy CD & DVD Creator. The funny thing is that I can also create slideshows/movie DVD's using MY DVD or ROXIO, so I wouldn't need MS Movie Maker, LOL

Here is a link that might be useful: MS Movie Maker - burn to DVD

I played around with Movie Maker for awhile and found it doesn't really have the options MS-PP has. For instance-background colors.

I love MS-PP and probably won't be satisfied until I find a program that comes really close to it. Boy, I really wish I could just convert my MS-PP files to DVD for TV.

I mentioned ProSho Gold before, and may try it's trial version sometime soon. We spend a lot of time outside right now, so I'll wait until winter hits and we are back inside, to do it. Apparently, ProSho will let me create a show and burn it to DVD for TV.

I've also got to get that DVD-R burner too. My DVD+R seems to be a bit useless as most peoples' players use -R, although I see where newer ones use both + and -.

Thanks for taking an interest GardenGirl.

I've tried some titles before, and purchased "PPT2DVD",as it so far is best and most of all does not strain the brain. And a third party software as Nero is supported to burn a CD/DVD.

Feel free to check out the link below for some more info, hopefully it should help you on your way.

Here is a link that might be useful: PPT2DVD

My friend has Pro Show Gold and makes the MOST amazing and wonderful DVD's of our vacation trips. It is very, very much worth the $70.00. You can do absolutely wonderful things with it.
Pauline

thanks Pauline,

I am leaning towards ProSho. As I mentioned above, I am just waiting for a time when I won't be as busy, and I'll download the trial version.

I looked at some of the slide show demos at Photodex and they were very nice.

Judy

Let me share my expirience with you.

After converting many PowerPoint presentations, I have yet to find an application that combines all the features I want into a package that's priced in a budget that makes sense for most projects. The plug-in solutions generally copy most parts of a PowerPoint slideshow while failing to capture some transitions and completely bypassing any imbedded video, which is what makes screen recording an attractive alternative. For the best in class for the plug-in solutions, the Presentations to Video Converter app does the best job I've seen for a fairly pricey $199. One advantage to this app is the ability to convert PPT slideshows with or without PowerPoint installed on the converting PC.
And also there is feature to burn PowerPoint presentation to DVD, which is fery useful now for everyone.

Here is a link that might be useful: Presentation To Video Converter

i also use geovid presentation to video converter.
it does the job perfectly.

Here is a link that might be useful: powerpoint to video converter

JudyS, my suggestion for your burner would be to buy an internal DVD-R/+R and just replace the DVD+R that is in your computer. It shouldn't be too difficult to do, and I think you'd be much happier than using an external burner.

Judy, I've had three Dells... I was able to update my pc while it was still under warranty if I purchased the new item from them. It's been a while since I did this, but they even talked me through the installation. You might want to give them a call and see if they would cover the new DVD-R/+R if you purchased it from them and would it affect your warranty in any way.

Wow, I can't believe this post made it's way back to front page!!

Update-
I ended up getting 'ProShow Gold' to make my slide shows. It is a resource hog and doesn't support animation files, but in the end, I got a great slideshow from it.

I also bought a Sony DRX-810UL external burner which supports DVD- and + formats.

Overall, I am happy with both resolutions.

Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences.

Judy

judy

You may also wish to try a video capture software , make your presentations in PP then record as it plays on screen with video capture software.
See link below for an example , with download trial . I have not used hyper cam but use hyper snap ( screen capture )

Curt

Here is a link that might be useful: Hyper Cam Video Capture

i use Presentation to video converter to get video from my ppt,you can try it for free.:))))
as far as the video capture software is concerned, i would advise VidShot Capturer (it`s free, but unfortunately doesn`t have sound), and Screen VidShot (you can google them)

Here is a link that might be useful: Presentation to video

by the way there's a new version of presentation to video converter available on geovid.com. now it can convert ppt and pps files not only to video and dvd but also to flash swf/flv and to animated gif! it becomes a universal program. very convenient.

Here is a link that might be useful: Presentation to Video Converter

Dear:
If you want to burn PowerPoint presentations to DVD, just follow below steps:

Tools:
1. DVD Presenter free trial
Direct download: http://download.sameshow.com/dvdpresenter_trial.exe
More Info : http://www.sameshow.com/powerpoint-to-dvd.html

2. a dvd burner

Steps:
1. launch DVD Presenter and import your PowerPoint presentation in DVD Presenter
2. select the needed configurations for your presentation
3. Customize the DVD menu of your presentations
4. burn the converted file to DVD with DVD Presenter or third party tool such as Nero

NOTE: pay attention to these features because they affect the final playing results:
---norm: NTSC PAL
---video aspect: 1:1 4:3 16:9
About the animation and music
This program supports the conversion of most transitions, text animations, graphics animations in PowerPoint Music can also be well preserved in sync with the slides.
For better conversion results, it is recommended to add the music after conversion with the" add background music " fearure in the program.
Note that in this way you can get a DVD and you can control it use a remote control.

Here is a link that might be useful: powerpoint-to-dvd

Additionally, there is an easy and affordable method to burn PowerPoint to DVD.
Just use a tool to convert PowerPoint presentation to video and then burn the resulting video to DVD.
Compared with the professional PowerPoint to DVD tools such as Wondershare DVD Presenter, PPT2DVD, this kind of tools are mostly have lower price about 49 USD.

If you don't need flexible DVD menus and advanced playback options with DVD remote, the PowerPoint to video tools are your best choice.

I've tested most of the PowerPoint to video tools, and the best I think is PPT2Video Converter which is an all-in-one PowerPoint to video conversion tool.

It can convert PowerPoint presentations to almost all popular video formats such as MPEG, AVI, MP4, WMV, ASF, FLV, MOV, 3GP, 3G2 with excellent quality.

That means, with this tool, you not only can make a DVD presentation, but also can put your PowerPoint slides on iPod, iPhone, Apple TV, Zune, YouTube, MySpace, Google video, etc.
To see more information about it, please follow below link:
http://www.ppt-to-dvd.com/ppt-to-video-overview.html

Here is a link that might be useful: PowerPoint to video

man, it's just a simple job by using the tool: Moyea PPT to DVD Burner.This tool can convert your PPT files to DVD format files and burn them to DVD disc.It not only 100% keeps the original animations and audios of your PPT but also lets you attach media files and record narrations accompany with your PPT. Further more, it can convert your PPT to video files perfectly. With this program, you don't have to have a computer to do your presentations with your Powerpoint files. Just a TV and a DVD player will do the job perfectly. You can play your PPT on TV with a remote control!!

Here is a link that might be useful: Moyea PPT to DVD Burner

Hello, I use VideoPPT (videoppt.com) when I would like to convert my presentations =)))
Try to use it to)))
GLuck =))

There is a new product now, I believe it will help you a lot ,how to view PowerPoint on TV, you can also see the tutorial at first:
http://www.ppt-to-video.com/support/knowledges/powerpoint-on-tv.html

Here is a link that might be useful: Acoolsoft PPT2DVD

How to view PowerPoint on TV?

Microsoft is such a powerful tool for presentation, but sometimes we are limited by its requirement; you must have a computer with PowerPoint installed. Sometimes we want to send our presentation like photo presentation to friends or families and share with them, but on different operating system or different PowerPoint version , it doesn't work very well, that's really a disappoint thing. All things seem to be under Microsoft's dominion; is there anything we can do? Why not watch your PowerPoint on TV? Sounds great! I believe many people have already done this interesting and useful thing, and I'm so glad to share experience with you about how to view PowerPoint on TV.

Free way

The free way is connect your TV to computer, then use computer control PowerPoint presentation, there is a vast difference between the technologies of a computer monitor and a TV monitor, you can connect your PC to TV, and watch your PowerPoint on TV screen, but this job is not that easy!
Unlike computer monitors TV monitors are interlaced which has the effect of making thin lines and text shimmer. TV monitors generally (apart from broadcast spec) don't show the full image, so you may lose stuff at the edge of the screen (thus further reducing the amount of available resolution). Some graphics cards do compensate for this by squeezing the image into a window inside the video output - the only way you'll know is to test it.
This method depends on the output from your video card...if you have component video out, you can use that kind of cable, if you have a s-video out from the card and s-video input on your TV you can use that, otherwise you would need a convert from Radio Shack to connect to the TV. As I know, some laptops come with an S-video port, and if your TV or VCR has an S-video input then just use an S-video cable. Otherwise you'll need a cheap scalar/converter to take the VGA signal and turn it into a signal the TV/VCR can accept, most likely over a composite (RCA) or RF (like what your TV cable comes in on). In my opinion, this way cost a lot of time, and the result is not as we expect!

Watch PowerPoint on TV via Apple TV

We know that Apple Company created such a great product, Apple TV automatically grabs the digital media on your computer and makes it available for you to enjoy on your TV. Best of all, whenever you add something new in iTunes, Apple TV updates automatically. So what we should do if we want to watch PowerPoint on TV via Apple TV:
The first step is convert PowerPoint to certain Video formats Like MPEG-4 that can be accept by iTunes. You can learn more from another article: How to convert PowerPoint to MPEG?
The second step is upload video to iTunes and sync to Apple TV, and then you can enjoy your PowerPoint Presentation on your widescreen TV.

The question is Apple TV is too expensive, and the process is also troublesome. Maybe it's good for enjoying videos (from YouTube), but for PowerPoint presentation, I don't think it's the best solution.

View PowerPoint on TV with DVD player

That's what we suggest, burn your PowerPoint to DVD and then watch them on TV with a DVD remote controller, so you must make sure the software have the function of customized DVD menus, and the burning process should be stable. DVD player is cheap, and when you burn PowerPoint to DVD, it's good for distribution, you can send them to your friends without worry about if they have PC or PowerPoint installed, and you also don't care about the version and operation system; Another good benefits is that you can protect your PowerPoint from un authorizing edit, you can view the article pAdvantages of b`urning PowerPoint to DVD pto know more about it.

Ok, let's use Acoolsoft PPT2DVD to take a tour and see how to Burn PowerPoint to DVD

Start the Program and import files (Acoolsoft PPT2DVD support Batch Converting)

You must clear that this Program is going step by step, you just need to clik next and make sure everything is what you want, if not, then set it , we give you the power to change it !

Clike next and then you can do with Menu settings, that's really depend on your creativity!

Yes, you sure everything is OK, just click next and leave the rest to Acoolsoft, all things will be done!

Here is a link that might be useful: How to view PowerPoint on TV

I prefer Presentation to Video Converter by geovid.
You can convert .ppt and .pps presentations into any video format and burn your presentation to DVD.
For me its very usefull so i want to advice this prog.

Acoolsoft PPT2DVD is the best choice for PowerPoint to DVD and watch PowerPoint on TV

Here is a link that might be useful: How to Burn PowerPoint to DVD and Watch PowerPoint on TV

I use VisiPPT to convert powerpoint to video file (.avi for example)
& Nero to burn it on DVD-player

http://www.visifly.com/VisiPPT/
http://www.nero.com/

For converting powerpoint to video, flash, gif or burning to CD/DVD you can try Presentation To Video Converter. I've been using it for some years & really satisfied with it's quality. I have no problem with transitions, missing audio, etc.. It's easy to use & there is no need to put such a big tutorial. perhaps it'll be helpful...

I recommend Wondershare Movie Story which is a professional software that can create DVD photo slideshows with

photos, video clips and music and publish MPEG/AVI/WMV/MP4/3GP for Youtube or burn CD/DVDs. What it attract me is its

plenty 2D/3D transitions and Ken-Burns effects.

CD or DVD created by Movie Story can actually play in the DVD player, you can enjoy your own movie on TV.

Here is a link that might be useful: Movie Sotry official website

Well now, dear Jessica became a member here today just so she can add her comments (Advertising) to this thread.

this thread is from 2005!!!!

wow really had to dig ddeeeeeepppppp to find this one!

seriously 2005!

digg...

Here is a link that might be useful: view PowerPoint on TV

I know from my own experience that many tools can convert PowerPoint to video and play on the computer with nice quality. But is you want to view it on TV, Wondershare PPT2DVD is the right choice to the point. But if you want to view it on TV, you'd better create a standard DVD but not a high definition DVD. The HD is not as HD as we think.

Here is a link that might be useful: View PowerPoint on TV

William went to all the trouble of registering today so he could resurrect this thread again to try to sell something.

You can convert ppt to video using Presentation to Video Converter and it's nice tool and really simple.

of course, there are many ways to burn PowerPoint to DVD for viewing it on TV:
http://www.acoolsoft.com/knowledges/methods-to-burn-powerpoint-to-dvd.html

You can compare the cons and pros of these ways and then choose the best way for you.
For my part, the direct way to burn PowerPoint to dvd with Acoolsoft PPT to DVD Pro will be the most proper way if you want to make a professional DVD with DVD menu.

Here is a link that might be useful: Acoolsoft PPT to DVD

You can convert ppt to dvd using Presentation to Video Converter and it's nice prog and really simple.

As I know, you just need PowerPoint to DVD converter

Here is a link that might be useful: View PowerPoint slide on TV

as for me I use Presentation To Video Converter ( www.geovid.com ) , anybody heard about it?

PEOPLE THIS THREAD IS FROM 2005!!!!!
Why dig up these old old old threads?
I am surprised it has been here that long.