Using Supported Video File Types

You can view the following types of video files in Media Center. Other file types are supported if your HP Digital Entertainment Center has the correct software installed.

File extension

File type

.avi

Video file

.mpeg, mpg,

Movie file

.mpe, .m1v,

 

.mp2, .mpv2

 

.wm, .asf

Windows Media file

.wmv

Windows Media A/V file

 

 

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For more information about supported video file types, refer to Media Center Help menu.

Transferring and Recording Video Files

Once you capture your video by using video capture and editing software, you can use Media Center to find it and add it to your My Videos area.

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Recording an analog video file

Refer to “Capturing Analog Video with WinDVD Creator” on page 164 for more information about capturing and recording videos to DVDs or CDs from an analog video camera.

Recording a digital video file

Refer to “Identifying Requirements for Capturing Video with WinDVD Creator” on page 163 and “Capturing Digital Camcorder Video with WinDVD Creator” on page 164 for more information about recording videos to DVDs or CDs from a digital camera.

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