Remove DRM from WMV video files ...I am having some problems

OK, I'm trying to remove the DRM protection from a WMV file I downloaded (and yes, I did pay for it and it's legal) so I can burn it to a DVD. I tried Tunebite and got a choppy 40-odd minute file (original was over an hour). Then, I tried to use the FairUse4WM (is that correct?) program, but I had problems, which turned out to be because the Windows Media Player version was too high to be compatible with the aforementioned program. I'm worried about downgrading, though, as I really don't want to lose my license to play the file (although I do have two downloads left, so I can download it again if necessary).

What would be a recommended solution? I'm lost.

Thanks!

~LIMMY~

Tunebite and other lossy DRM removal software may have problems when working with the latest version of Windows Media Player.

When using Tunebite or any screen video capture program make sure to close other applications and to select a video codec that your PC will be able to use without any problem. It is recommended to use a codec with low compression ratio and then convert to x264, Xvid,... using 2-pass method.


As for other options, you may:

1. Install a fresh copy of Windows XP on VMWare or Virtual PC and use FairUse4WM on it.

2. Use screen video capture program. Actually I don't see any difference compared to Tunebite except that you may use a free screen recorder. Yes, Tunebite saves tags, but do you really need them on your videos? Can't you transfer them manually?