Question - Just noticed mt DM800 shows up in - My Network Places

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Hi

Just noticed this my dm800 has config files and hdd folders/locations on my network places.

In the hdd it shows my recorded progs andi can play them on pc with vlc.

If i drag films onto it what format do they need to be in in order that i can access them via dm800 and play.

Seems easier than streaming.

Cheers
 
I think only .ts files will play natively.
 
I think only .ts files will play natively.

Yep, .TS files... You can convert avi etc to ts, but why not use the vlc plugin? That way you can stream any format including rar from pc to your dm800!

Install VLC if you dont already have it, make a shortcut on your desktop. Add the following to your target by right clicking the shortcut and selecting properties

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Should look something like "C:\Program Files\VideoLAN\VLC\vlc.exe" --intf wxwin --extraintf=http

Run the short cut (nothing may appear to happen but check vlc is running by opening task manager)

Configure your VLC plugin on your dreambox:
Server Address: put in ur address 192.168.x.x
HTTP Port: 08080 (Default)
Movie Directory: / (this will list all drives on your pc. you can of course be more specific).
DVD Device: didn't worry about
Transcode MPEG/DVD Video: YES
Video Codec: MPEG2
Video Bitrate: 2000 is default, play around with it untill ur happy with the resolution.
Video Resolution: Same deal, adjust untill you like the result
Everything else can stay default, only audio I've change to mp3 and that was it.

VLC will stream avi files, to stream other files turn off the filter! (red button)
 
Cheers.

Is there a free/easy ts video converter out there ?
 
Cheers.

Is there a free/easy ts video converter out there ?

are u just wanting to put them onto or disk mate or do u want something specific like divx format?

if u just want them on a disk nero can burn TS files directly to DVD
 
I just want to convert film to ts format and stick it on my dm800 hdd.
 
I just want to convert film to ts format and stick it on my dm800 hdd.

Sorry mate i was getting confused i thought you wanted to take them off the HDD and play them elsewhere.
Not totally sure about getting them to ts format to go on your HDD to be honest but dm800 has vlc plugin so as previous poster has stated there is always that method.
 
Dr. Divx converts many formats to divx. not 100% sure if it supports .ts, but its free, so give it a go!!

If that doesn't work, i just found this on google!

I don't see why you don't stream with VLC... saves you having to convert anything! Or is there a particular reason?
 
Dr. Divx converts many formats to divx. not 100% sure if it supports .ts, but its free, so give it a go!!

If that doesn't work, i just found this on google!

I don't see why you don't stream with VLC... saves you having to convert anything! Or is there a particular reason?

Yea, my IP address of my dreambox keeps changing for no apparent reason thus loosing link with vlc ?

I then have to reboot it while holding finger on power button to find it again ?

The mess about setting vlc to stream again etc.

Or is there another way to find it ?

Was just thinking convert film and add it to hdd. simples.
 
I just want to convert film to ts format and stick it on my dm800 hdd.

For avi files it is not really worth the hassle. There are no simple tools available to convert directly from DIVX/XVID based avi to H264 encoded ts files, which is what the DM800 needs. I use a couple of tools, MEGUI and TSMuxer, which can do the job, but I only use them to convert H264 files (MKV, MP4, TS) which need to have the AVC level reduced to 4.1.

The VLC plug-in is simple to use in comparison.

BTW: If your IP addresses keep changing, most routers allow you to fix the ip address of all devices connected to the network. Check the manual.
 
Cheers, i got that OJOsoft and looks good, if no good i can look into router.

How can a router stop the ip address of the box though ?
 
So also i presume is i have a ts film on a usb stick it will play that also ?
 
i use allock avi mpeg converter.. to convert avi into .ts so they play on my dm600,also ive assigned my box an ip thats on my lan,with dchp turned off
 
i set up vlc to stream and whilst i can see them film folders on the dm 800 i cant see the film within it
 
sorry to hijack the thread i remember being able to see my dm800hd on my pc untill i change to newenigma image can some one tell me how i can do it again cheers
 
Your the man .Thanks .Watching Sting in Berlin on the Dm800......Azoresnews
 
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