Trouble with mp4 file

[garybeck]

I have an mp4 file, and the only thing I can do with it is play it on a newly upgraded version of VLC Media Player. (the previous version wouldn't load it) . When I try to import it into Sonic so I can burn it to DVD, it crashes. Even when I try to import it into Sony Vegas for editing/converting, it crashes.

I'm guessing this is one of those annoying "codec" issues. The last time I tried adding codecs to my system I was up all night searching for the right ones online, downloading questionable software... I much prefer it when the solution is to upgrade my existing software than installing 3rd party codec packs...

If I could just convert the file to another format so I can edit it and/or burn it to DVD I'd be set.

Any suggestions?

thanks!
gary in vermont

[lowellriggsiam]

Well Gary if you are desperate you can download the demo version of Adobe After Effects and use that to convert it.