>I have done the unthunkable:

AVI to DVD, even PAL to NTSC.

Buffy S7 – AVIs

WinDVD Creator (WinDVD Suite)

DVD-R

I popped 2 AVIs on the disc, with plenty of room to spare but not enough for a 3rd. They were the wrong aspect ratio (all squished).

I modified the “filter” on the video, scaled it 100% by 78% and it corrected the squishie and made black bars to give the correct aspect ratio.

Additional options include ability to crop time, handy for cutting out the “last time…” flashbacks and credits to save space.

It’s very versatile, and worth every penny – WinDVD Suite. I got it free with an Asus Motherboard, but I’m sure it’s out there.