Astounded EEG

I get this error:

"Couldn't locate decompressor for format 'XVID' (unknown)

VirtualDub requires a Video for Windows (VFW) compatible codec to decompress video. DirectShow codecs, such as those used by Windows Media Player, are not suitable."


Don't tell me I'm limited to just Divx files. I read somewhere that VD is supposed to be able to open Xvid too. Suggestions?

snathanb

VirtualDub will open XVID, but you have to trick it into doing so. XVID is a competing codec with Divx (notice it is Divx spelled backwards).

Each avi file has what is called the "fourcc" code that indicates what codec should be used. There is a little freeware utility called Avic that will allow you to change it.

You can find Avic at www.inmatrix.com

Astounded EEG

thanks for the link. I've got avic now, but what do I input into the two boxes and how do I select the file? (or do I?)

Astounded EEG

uh im stupid. just figured it out...partly.

what should I put for the "used code" box?