The document provides instructions for converting a DVD video to AVI format using the free and open source video editor Avidemux. It details installing required codecs and plugins using Automatix2. The guide explains opening a DVD in Avidemux, configuring video and audio codecs like x264 and FFm AC3, and applying filters before saving the converted video as an AVI file. The process takes 30 minutes to 1.5 hours depending on hardware and settings.