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mkv file won't open
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Barrys
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4. March 2010 @ 08:37 |
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I downloaded via torrent a tv series and all files are .mkv. Some will open so I can convert, but many will not. The folder for the ones that will not say empty file, yet when opened the file is large but will not open. I have searched this forum for topics on this but could not find this issue. When I use various downloaded palyers it comes up " bad file name" The file won't let me rename it or move it to another location. Please help
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4. March 2010 @ 13:29 |
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What player or converter have you tried?
It is possible the files got corrupted during upload/download.
Use MediaInfo and post the information about the files that don't work.
Also, try to use Mkvmerge/mkvextract and see if it can open the files and re-pack them.
http://www.afterdawn.com/software/video_.../mkvtoolnix.cfm
Also, VLC is pretty good at playing damaged files.
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Barrys
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4. March 2010 @ 14:18 |
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I just downloaded and tried to open the file w/ everything you suggested, however i keep getting a notify that the file name is invalid
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4. March 2010 @ 14:28 |
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The I am afraid your download might be corrupt/incomplete. Just re-download only the problematic files(unless someone comes along and has another suggestion for your problem).
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Barrys
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4. March 2010 @ 15:20 |
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Thank's. It took days for these files to download from torrent. I think I'll wait for more suggestions. I do appreciate your help though.
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4. March 2010 @ 15:56 |
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Barrys
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4. March 2010 @ 17:52 |
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I just now moved the folder w/ the mkv files to C/ directory from the folder it was downloaded in and now it let's me open it! I'm learning. BTW is there a freeware that will convert all my files to 1 file that I can put on a dvd w/o converting one to another? Thanks in advance.
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4. March 2010 @ 18:03 |
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Originally posted by Barrys:
... BTW is there a freeware that will convert all my files to 1 file that I can put on a dvd w/o converting one to another? Thanks in advance.
Not sure I understand what you're looking for...Do you want to merge all the MKV files into one large KMV, or convert them to DVD video so you can watch them in a standalone player?
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Barrys
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4. March 2010 @ 18:12 |
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one program that will convert files ie avi, mkv etc to a format that will let me produce dvd's that will work on my stand alone players. Also since the mkv files are a true to life quality file how can i convert them to a blue-ray quality dvd?
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4. March 2010 @ 18:19 |
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Barrys
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4. March 2010 @ 18:27 |
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I appreciate that. Currently i use DVD Flick to make the dvd's. To convert my mkv files i use avi2dvd, then i have to use autogk to convert those to a avi file so that DVDflick will convert. It's a lot of work.
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4. March 2010 @ 18:51 |
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Originally posted by Barrys:
I appreciate that. Currently i use DVD Flick to make the dvd's. To convert my mkv files i use avi2dvd, then i have to use autogk to convert those to a avi file so that DVDflick will convert. It's a lot of work.
Wait barry, you lost me...
I don't understand why you have to use AutoGK...from what I know, AutoGk doesn't even support MKV...
You should convert directly to DVD using either of the software I mentioned(2 of which you said you're using;avi2DVD or DVD Flick should convert the MKV directly to DVD, no intermediate AVI step needed)...
All you need is one software(2 if you consider a burner!)
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Barrys
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4. March 2010 @ 19:06 |
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Thank you...I guess i got caught up in everything. Your'e right, i just checked and dvdflick will produce the dvd from the mkv file. I need a drink! Well here's to ya! I really appreciate your help. Thank you Barry
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Barrys
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4. March 2010 @ 19:52 |
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One last question. I like avi files because they can be read by my dvd players. I can put a bunch on a data dvd for playback. Avi2dvd convert's my mkv files to a tsvideo file and from that i have to use autogk to convert the tsvideo file to a avi. How can I simplyfy this process?
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4. March 2010 @ 22:46 |
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4. March 2010 @ 22:52 |
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LOL, how about have another drink:)?
If your DVD player can play AVIs, then is really simple,you just need a program that converts directly to AVI, no need to do MKV->DVD->AVI and loose tons of time and quality.There are numerous free aplications that can do that.
Try this free program, I have used it and I am happy with it:
http://www.any-video-converter.com/products/for_video_free/
Another free one is Staxrip . It has a bit more control over the conversion, but the GUI might be a bit more intimidating.
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