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  1. 30th Jul 2001 22:41 #1
    cgchris99
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    I downloaded some mpeg files and attempted to play them via windows media player 7. They show up as audio files. How can I tell what codec I need to play these?

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  2. 30th Jul 2001 23:11 #2
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    You will have to install a software DVD player which includes the mpeg2 codecs. This should help you.
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  3. 31st Jul 2001 09:49 #3
    cgchris99
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    Is there any software util that will tell me what codec is needed for a mpeg file ?

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  4. 31st Jul 2001 12:08 #4
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    Mpeg1 your PC should play if you have Windows Media PLayer or similar installed.

    Mpeg2 your PC will play, once you have downloaded a software DVD Player.

    Mpeg4 (DivX) you will have to download yourself to play.

    I can't think of a software utility that can define what you need - usually they just say "no filters/codecs found".
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  5. 31st Jul 2001 12:33 #5
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    Check out the Elecard Mpeg2 player at
    http://www.elecard.com
    you can also download the decoder software that will allow your MediaPlayer play some mpeg2 files.

    <font size=-1>[ This Message was edited by: vanillabox on 2001-07-31 19:34:17 ]</font>
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