How to Convert RMVB(Real Media Variable Bitrate) to AVI

[junkmalle]

EO Video is the only program I've found that reliably converts RMVB files with variable frame rates.

DirectShowSource("file.rmvb",fps=...,convertfps=true)

should do it too. You need latest AviSynth though. It converts to video to cfr by added duplicate frames (and hence staying in sync with the audio).

Cool, I'll have to try that next time I have one to convert.

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I had a chance to convert an RMVB file with the above AVISynth script feeding VirtualDubMod. At first AVISynth didn't like the "convertfps=true" argument, but after updating to the latest AVISynth beta and encoding I had an XVID AVI file with MP2 audio and no audio sync problems! Finally I don't have to use EO Video anymore.

Even better, create a VirtualDubMod template like this:

#ASYNTHER RMVB 23.976fps
DirectShowSource("%f", fps=23.976, convertfps=true)

and put it in the VirtualDudMod template folder. Then you can easily open any RMVB file without having to create a new AVISynth script every time. (Use the "use AVISynth template" pulldown at the bottom of VirtualDubMod's Open file dialog.)

I also created one for 29.97 fps:

#ASYNTHER RMVB 29.97fps
DirectShowSource("%f", fps=29.97, convertfps=true)

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[zggsyh]

deletrius, thanks for your guide
Yesterday, I downloaded a rmvb converter at http://www.topvideopro.com/rmvb-converter/convert-rmvb-converter.htm and have a try. It is easy to use. Add your rmvb files and select the output format, then encode.
Maybe help to the users who want to convert rmvb to avi/mpeg/wmv

[AirBleach]

I follow ur guide and add RMVB on it, and then I try to drag RMVB format moives and it dont work.

[kschang]

What do you mean by "drag"?

[AirBleach]

There was a screen shot got a red arrow in the guide. Dont you drag the moive to the side and convert? I can do that to other formats just cant do it with RMVB....

[kschang]

There was a screen shot got a red arrow in the guide. Dont you drag the moive to the side and convert? I can do that to other formats just cant do it with RMVB....

You DID follow the instructions AND added RMVB to the extensions, right?

[AirBleach]

Yea I did~ Just wat the instruction say

[kschang]

What can I say. Try the VDubMod method instead? :/

[ScorpioDragon]

OK... first, I'd like to say I HATE Real Media too!

Now, unfortunately, my girlfriend found these HK / Japan TV Dramas from Bit Torrent sites, somehow I think Asians like to encode in RMVB, probably b'coz of the filesize or may be they just don't know about MPEG4. Anyway, some of these r probably encode using RM's highest quality so a 10 minutes clip is like 40 MBs! (Which is crazy!! Why do they use RM if they want high image quality is beyond me!)

So... my problem is, I tried using EO Video to encode these RMVB into XVID avi. I have no problem encoding them w/ 1 pass "CBR" or "quality" settings, but when I change to 2 pass, it fails! (Gave me an "encoder error, code 100") Does anyone know what that means or why I can't encode using 2 pass?

Thanks.

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Using "Asians like to encode in RMVB..." is a person of narrow-minded. I have seen far more XVID avi than RMVB. Maybe your girlfriend does not know how to find things.

Narrow-minded indeed. Although RealMedia is definitely on the bottom of my list of preferred formats, it can provide good results.

MediaCoder is an option. If configured properly, it will provide excellent results. Use Xvid with sufficient bitrate, Qpel, WideSearch VHG, Ultra-high m.s.p., and the end result should be acceptable.

[AirBleach]

What can I say. Try the VDubMod method instead? :/

It can convert from RVMB to DVD format?

[kschang]

If you can open the RMVB in Avisynth, and viewable in VDubMod, it can be fed to any of the common MPEG2 encoders, which can then be authored into DVD.

In fact, I believe my article says so.

[danzeb]

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Even better, create a VirtualDubMod template like this:

#ASYNTHER RMVB 23.976fps
DirectShowSource("%f", fps=23.976, convertfps=true)

and put it in the VirtualDudMod template folder. Then you can easily open any RMVB file without having to create a new AVISynth script every time. (Use the "use AVISynth template" pulldown at the bottom of VirtualDubMod's Open file dialog.)

I also created one for 29.97 fps:

#ASYNTHER RMVB 29.97fps
DirectShowSource("%f", fps=29.97, convertfps=true)

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Thanks for that info. It worked perfect and after I authored with FAV I had a nice DVD.

[Jean]

Hi,

EO video is a very reliable tool to convert rm to mpg. However it is very low. It takes about 3 hours (with my latest CPU) to convert one 45-min episode. Does anyone know a faster and reliable tool? I tried Super which is very unreliable: a lot dropped frames and synch problems.

Thanks,
Jean

[C-W]

I also hate RM file

can i use this software to extract out the subtitle in the RM video file?

[Buchey]

this one works: the Xilisoft RM converter. its downloadable from their webside.
heres a registration key: WAREZ
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[kschang]

Buchey... It's illegal to give away reg keys, and it violates AUP on this forum.

[xiaocb]

er hi can i know if im using the Eo or winavi how to change the file size to a smaller version?

After making a few AVI using Winavi end up only can burn 2 avi in one dvd disk. [abit high cost]

can anyone tell me how to burn 4 file in a dvd disk by using what output?

[kschang]

I am afriad you have to ask whoever made those programs. We usually don't do tech support for someone else's programs, esp. paid ones.

Generally speaking, those one-button-does-it-all type programs have NO options to adjust, thus, if you do need to adjust something, there's nothing you can do. However, that's merely a guess.

[koberulz]

I converted a few files, and they play fine on my computer.

However, on burning to DVD, there is no audio when played in a DVD player.

What've I done wrong?

[syneric]

EO Video does not recognise Chinese characters, if you are having trouble with dragging the file to play list, then rename your file name to English only.

[bit2004]

http://jakeludington.com/dv_hacks/20051210_how_to_convert_rmvb.html

This Shoes you how to convert .rmvb files to .avi formats with VirtualDubMod 1.5.10.2 + Avisynth2.5 + Real Alternative

It works for me without any problems

[Rocky88]

This thing is taking soo goddamn long... On my dual core processor it takes 2 seconds to convert one second of video. So 2 hour film will take 4 hours to be converted.

I never gonna (legally) "acquire" rmvb file again. :P

[richi3]

Hi the easy and fastest way to convert a rmvb is using vso ConvertXtoDVD just click on file /add video file/browse to the video file you want to convert or click the green plus sing and add your files and then click convert button.if you click video preview will take longer , tips don't use your pc during a video or audio convertion or burning procces the ending resulst will be affected in some way, warrantied. thanks .

[Hadros]

I tried to convert my rmvb files to AVI using this program but im getting an error message that reads like this:


Error reading Real media file. (Err=30810-0)

Can anyone discern what this means or how to fix it? Thanks in advance

[rubberwrapper]

Hi,

If anybody's interested in converting rmvb files to avi, wmv, etc., try wmconverter.

A lady I know wanted to convert a ton of these chinese movies to fit on her zune. This program rmcoverter:

http://www.softpedia.com/get/Multimedia/Audio/Audio-Editors-Recorders/All-Allex-WM-Converter.shtml

works like a charm, is spyware free, costs nothing and easy to use. Takes about four clicks and you're converting movies, I converted rmvb files to mp4(ipod) files. If anybody's interested in writing a tuturial for this progam, please do so, enjoy!

Regards,
rub

[jigoku]

hopefully someone can help me

install real media or real alternative.

i also got this error when i first tried.

hopefully someone can help me

install real media or real alternative.

but i was able to convert when i did this.

thank you for starting this thread, but, is there a way to improve the quality of the converted file?
it sucks big time....

[tirgas]

thanks my friend.
But I can't see DivX Codeck on this window:



I install DivX Media Pack 7.0 Pro but I can't see DivX Codeck on it tab.
please help me!

[nsx3000]

For those of you who wants to play rmvb on your TV, but don't want to deal with converting the file, here is the solution.

It's not free, but it's easy to use.

http://www.wdc.com/en/products/Products.asp?DriveID=681

[shortysdohdoh]

For those who are like me, just now getting movies that are in this format, you don't need to download any programs that you'll use once and then delete right after. Download SUPER. It's 100% free and does what all other video converters CAN'T do for money. Downside is that this program is quite powerful so if the power of your PC is questionable, you may not be able to run it smoothly.

[lindaabc123]

OK... first, I'd like to say I HATE Real Media too!

Now, unfortunately, my girlfriend found these HK / Japan TV Dramas from Bit Torrent sites, somehow I think Asians like to encode in RMVB, probably b'coz of the filesize or may be they just don't know about MPEG4. Anyway, some of these r probably encode using RM's highest quality so a 10 minutes clip is like 40 MBs! (Which is crazy!! Why do they use RM if they want high image quality is beyond me!)

So... my problem is, I tried using EO Video to encode these RMVB into XVID avi. I have no problem encoding them w/ 1 pass "CBR" or "quality" settings, but when I change to 2 pass, it fails! (Gave me an "encoder error, code 100") Does anyone know what that means or why I can't encode using 2 pass?

Thanks.

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I am new to this forum and am not fully versed with your policy but am I to to understand here "Downloading TV shows is WAREZ" that this guy is being warned for mentioning someone he knows is downloading tv shows? I mean he didn't violate anything from your rules didn't provide any links to any shows, he didn't ask for any links, he didn't tell people where to get it, he wasn't encouraging people to do it. Bit strict isn't it?