MakeMKV (Recommended - High Quality)
MakeMKV is widely recommended because it rips the episodes without re-encoding them, meaning no loss in video quality, and it handles copy protection well.
- Download and Install: Install MakeMKV (it is free while in beta).
- Load the DVD: Insert your DVD, open MakeMKV, and click the large "DVD" button to scan the disc.
- Select Episodes: After scanning, you will see a list of titles. Look for titles with the longest durations (usually 20–50 minutes) and the largest file sizes; these are your episodes.
- Deselct Extras: Uncheck small titles (often 1-5 minutes) that are just previews or bonus features.
- Rip: Choose an output folder and click the "Make MKV" button.
- Optional (Handbrake): If you want smaller file sizes, you can later convert the resulting .mkv files using Handbrake