Re-encoding WMV file at different bitrate

[madmartian]

I am trying to re-encode a 1920x1080 WMV file. Unfortunately, Windows Media Encoder gets an error partway through: "Invalid or corrupt data was encountered". Of course the file has no trouble playing. What other options do I have for re-encoding an HD WMV file? I looked through the Tools section but it's hard to tell what programs will work for this.

[Baldrick]

wmnicenc through an avisynth script.

[Alex_ander]

TMPGEnc XPress opens file of that image size and type (and any format readable through Direct Show). Supports encoding to wmv if WMP9 or higher installed.

[madmartian]

I looked at WMNICENC, but it's of no use to non-techies. Once I set this up, I need the art department to re-encode videos without my involvement. TMPGEnc Express is AWESOME. That's the way we're going to go.

Thanks.