Zune Video Convertor 1.0 Guide (Videos to Zune)

ZSN Tech · 07-06-2008, 07:22 PM

In this guide you will learn how to take videos in file formats AVI, DivX, XviD, MPEG, MPG, WMV, ASF, MOV, QT, FLV, SWF, MP4, M4V, 3GP, 3G2, MKV, VOB, VCD DAT to WMV, MP4, MP3, WMA or M4A (AAC), and covert them to your Zune. This guide is to be used for educational purposes and not purposes to break any international laws. ZSN Tech is not responsible if you get into trouble.

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FREE ZUNE VIDEO CONVERTER 1.0 GUIDE

If you do not already have Free Zune Video Converter 1.0, Free Zune Video Converter . When you download the ZuneConverter.exe, there is nothing to install. Simple download the file where you want, then click ZuneConverter.exe and the software starts up. Always remember to do a virus scan on it, even though ZSN Tech has tested the download.

Free Zune Video Converter 1.0 Computer Specifications

* License: Freeware
* System: Windows NT/98/200/ME/XP/2003/Vista
* File Size: 2.6MB
* Formats Supported: AVI, DivX, XviD, MPEG, MPG, WMV, ASF, MOV, QT, FLV, SWF, MP4, M4V, 3GP, 3G2, MKV, VOB, VCD DAT to WMV, MP4, MP3, WMA or M4A (AAC)

Free Zune Video Converter Settings

* Click on ZuneConverter.exe to start program
* Output Directory: Choose where you want the finished video saved
* Look for Output File Format/Video Settings, once found make sure settings are
* Output: WMV ver2
* Bitrate: 500, FPS:25
* Now look for Audio Settings, make sure settings are set to
* Bitrate: 128
* Sampling Freq: Auto
* Now look at Advanced Settings, make sure settings are set to
* Resolution: 320x240-QVGA

Okay, that is it for making sure the settings are adjusted correctly. Feel free to tweak the settings on your own, but ZSN Tech has only tested the settings we show in the tutorial, and do not know if other adjustments will work.

Now it is time to add a video and convert.

* Click Add File, and add your video file
* Make sure your video you want converted, select it
* Click Convert, new window opens showing you the converting process

When your video is done converting, find the place where you saved the file and move it into the folder that the Zune Software monitors. If the Zune Software says there is an error, close the software and reopen it. Your Zune will see it and sync the video file. If you want the Zune to place your video in the correct Category, you will need another program to adjust the metadata.

If you have any questions, praise, or concerns, feel free to leave a comment on ZSN Tech Podcast or send an email to zunescenenightly@gmail.com.

SilentWalrus · 07-06-2008, 07:48 PM

Thanks.
This will be a great stickied topic.
It will help out many a Zewbie.

iisubstanceii · 07-07-2008, 06:32 PM

when i use this program to convert videos, and i try to load up the files with the zune program, it starts converting (which had me scratching my head, cuz i thought i had just converted it... anyway...) then it stops, says its not added. i look at it and it gives me a message saying the file is corrupt. i tried this for several videos, same result. i followed your instructions as well. any help?

ZSN Tech · 07-07-2008, 07:04 PM

post all the settings you have it set on, where did you get your videos?

y0bailey · 07-07-2008, 09:11 PM

this doesn't auto recognize the video's resolution...making the default conversion look like hell.

iisubstanceii · 07-07-2008, 10:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZSN Tech

post all the settings you have it set on, where did you get your videos?

the setting are exactly as what you posted to set it on. and the videos... some i get on a site called boxden (very well trusted, i been there for years), some i make on my own. most, if not all, are in avi format before being converted. thanks for any info

ZSN Tech · 07-08-2008, 06:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by iisubstanceii

the setting are exactly as what you posted to set it on. and the videos... some i get on a site called boxden (very well trusted, i been there for years), some i make on my own. most, if not all, are in avi format before being converted. thanks for any info

currently I am unable to test any videos from that site with this software,I am not at my computer, give me till the end of the day and I will have a full report for you on how to fix your problem.

got zune? · 07-08-2008, 07:34 AM

Or you could use one of the best media players in the world, which can also convert videos and make ringtones.

iisubstanceii · 07-08-2008, 12:37 PM

this will just not work...

iisubstanceii · 07-08-2008, 12:44 PM

did some research and it seems that the zune80 (which is the one i have) only accepts a certain wmv format, which isnt supported by this program. can this be confirmed?

EDIT:
problem resolved. i used the video output format mp4 and it worked perfectly. synced with the zune without a hitch. every other setting remains the same tho. thanks for this program!

got zune? · 07-08-2008, 05:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by iisubstanceii

did some research and it seems that the zune80 (which is the one i have) only accepts a certain wmv format, which isnt supported by this program. can this be confirmed?

EDIT:
problem resolved. i used the video output format mp4 and it worked perfectly. synced with the zune without a hitch. every other setting remains the same tho. thanks for this program!

I use standard wmv format, nothing special about it and all is well.

iisubstanceii · 07-08-2008, 05:55 PM

well watever. there you go

ZSN Tech · 07-08-2008, 07:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by iisubstanceii

well watever. there you go

ty for finding a solution

Warlord55 · 07-14-2008, 03:05 PM

on actual dvd's i ripped i had to change them to mp4 but they now work fine thanks

07-06-2008, 07:22 PM	#1 (permalink)
ZSN Tech Squirt Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 24 Reputation: 18	Zune Video Convertor 1.0 Guide (Videos to Zune) In this guide you will learn how to take videos in file formats AVI, DivX, XviD, MPEG, MPG, WMV, ASF, MOV, QT, FLV, SWF, MP4, M4V, 3GP, 3G2, MKV, VOB, VCD DAT to WMV, MP4, MP3, WMA or M4A (AAC), and covert them to your Zune. This guide is to be used for educational purposes and not purposes to break any international laws. ZSN Tech is not responsible if you get into trouble. Before we begin,Orbit Downloader, is a great way to get your favorite videos off the net. FREE ZUNE VIDEO CONVERTER 1.0 GUIDE If you do not already have Free Zune Video Converter 1.0, Free Zune Video Converter . When you download the ZuneConverter.exe, there is nothing to install. Simple download the file where you want, then click ZuneConverter.exe and the software starts up. Always remember to do a virus scan on it, even though ZSN Tech has tested the download. Free Zune Video Converter 1.0 Computer Specifications * License: Freeware * System: Windows NT/98/200/ME/XP/2003/Vista * File Size: 2.6MB * Formats Supported: AVI, DivX, XviD, MPEG, MPG, WMV, ASF, MOV, QT, FLV, SWF, MP4, M4V, 3GP, 3G2, MKV, VOB, VCD DAT to WMV, MP4, MP3, WMA or M4A (AAC) Free Zune Video Converter Settings * Click on ZuneConverter.exe to start program * Output Directory: Choose where you want the finished video saved * Look for Output File Format/Video Settings, once found make sure settings are * Output: WMV ver2 * Bitrate: 500, FPS:25 * Now look for Audio Settings, make sure settings are set to * Bitrate: 128 * Sampling Freq: Auto * Now look at Advanced Settings, make sure settings are set to * Resolution: 320x240-QVGA Okay, that is it for making sure the settings are adjusted correctly. Feel free to tweak the settings on your own, but ZSN Tech has only tested the settings we show in the tutorial, and do not know if other adjustments will work. Now it is time to add a video and convert. * Click Add File, and add your video file * Make sure your video you want converted, select it * Click Convert, new window opens showing you the converting process When your video is done converting, find the place where you saved the file and move it into the folder that the Zune Software monitors. If the Zune Software says there is an error, close the software and reopen it. Your Zune will see it and sync the video file. If you want the Zune to place your video in the correct Category, you will need another program to adjust the metadata. If you have any questions, praise, or concerns, feel free to leave a comment on ZSN Tech Podcast or send an email to zunescenenightly@gmail.com.

07-06-2008, 07:48 PM	#2 (permalink)
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07-08-2008, 12:44 PM	#10 (permalink)
iisubstanceii Squirt Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 27 Reputation: 10	did some research and it seems that the zune80 (which is the one i have) only accepts a certain wmv format, which isnt supported by this program. can this be confirmed? EDIT: problem resolved. i used the video output format mp4 and it worked perfectly. synced with the zune without a hitch. every other setting remains the same tho. thanks for this program! Last edited by iisubstanceii : 07-08-2008 at 01:41 PM.

07-07-2008, 06:32 PM	#3 (permalink)
iisubstanceii Squirt Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 27 Reputation: 10	when i use this program to convert videos, and i try to load up the files with the zune program, it starts converting (which had me scratching my head, cuz i thought i had just converted it... anyway...) then it stops, says its not added. i look at it and it gives me a message saying the file is corrupt. i tried this for several videos, same result. i followed your instructions as well. any help?

07-07-2008, 07:04 PM	#4 (permalink)
ZSN Tech Squirt Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 24 Reputation: 18	post all the settings you have it set on, where did you get your videos?

07-07-2008, 09:11 PM	#5 (permalink)
y0bailey Experienced Zuner Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 167 Reputation: 12	this doesn't auto recognize the video's resolution...making the default conversion look like hell.

07-08-2008, 12:37 PM	#9 (permalink)
iisubstanceii Squirt Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 27 Reputation: 10	this will just not work...

07-08-2008, 05:55 PM	#12 (permalink)
iisubstanceii Squirt Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 27 Reputation: 10	well watever. there you go

07-14-2008, 03:05 PM	#14 (permalink)
Warlord55 Squirt Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 11 Reputation: 10	on actual dvd's i ripped i had to change them to mp4 but they now work fine thanks

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