widescreen vcd

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I am converting avi files to vcd files to watch on my dvd. However with widescreen format (16:9) films I am not getting the full picture ie chopping the ends off and stretched.
Is there anything that will burn the vcd in the full 16:9 format. I am currently using Nero 5.5.

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Yip, that’s perfectly normal because when you burn a 16:9 WS VCD it’s formatted somewhat FS, without borders, for a 16:9 WS television.

Do you have a 4:3 TV? If so, the VCD is actually the correct dimensions as it is. It is also correct for playback on a 4:3 television and borders are normal in this instance.

I am a little bit opposed to chainging the correct dimensions of video, but I do I do know of a program that can do it. It’s TMPGEnc:

http://www.digital-digest.com/dvd/downloads/tmpgenc.html

Basically, load the program and close the wizard, then use the 'Video source:' Browse button to load in your AVI. Now load a template (bottom right corner 'Load'). Then go to 'Load' again and go into the 'Extra' folder and choose 'unlock.mcf'. Now click on Setting>Advanced tab and beside 'Video arrange Method' choose 'Full screen' from the dropdown list and click OK.

Click 'Start' to begin encoding.