I am able to open disk, but when I try to back up the DVD I get a copy protection error and the process stops. I'm using DVD Shrink 3.1.7 and a Pioneer A07 burner (Just installed). He is trying to rip and burn with only this drive. I have never seen this error on DVD Shrink before.

Try installing Anydvd or DvdIdlePro or DvdRegionfree. These are programs that work in the background and remove copyright protection when burning movies. They also make your dvd drive region free.