Issue or symptom
The .AVI (Audio Video Interleave) file format is a container format which may contain audio and video codecs (compression formats) not supported by QuickTime and therefore not supported in iDVD.
In some cases, you may encounter issues with audio or video when adding .AVI assets to an iDVD project, or when attempting to burn a DVD or create a disc image from that project.
Affected products
Solution
If you encounter audio or video issues, perform a general .AVI compatibility test for iDVD by first verifying the specific .AVI file being used is compatible with QuickTime Player.
If a project is not successful during burning or disc imaging, or if it is not visible or audible in iDVD Preview mode, use the following steps to determine if the assets themselves are supported or damaged:
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Locate the .AVI file used in the iDVD project and open it in QuickTime Player.
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From the Window menu, choose Show Movie Inspector.
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Compare the codecs listed in the QuickTime Inspector window under the Format listing to the supported codecs listed on the official QuickTime Specifications page.
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If the codecs are supported by QuickTime, play the file in its entirety in QuickTime Player while checking for any audio or video issues or artifacts.
Additional information
See "QuickTime: About Playing .AVI Files" for related information.