WTV File Converter
Online WTV File Converter - Instant Download!
Drag your file here to to upload.
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How to Use WTV Converter
Step 1 – Upload WTV file
Drag your .WTV file or use the browse button.
Step 2 – Choose Format
Select the desired output format from the dropdown list.
Step 3 – Download File
Click "Convert" and download your converted file once ready.
About WTV (.WTV)
WTV is a video file format used primarily by Windows Media Center to store recorded TV shows and videos. It supports digital television broadcasts and allows users to save content directly from live TV. Interestingly, WTV replaced the older DVR-MS format to provide better compression and enhanced metadata support.
Technical Details
WTV files use MPEG-2 or MPEG-4 video codecs and store audio in formats like Dolby Digital AC-3. The container is based on Advanced Systems Format (ASF) but includes improvements for TV recording metadata and content management. This design allows the files to handle multiple audio tracks, subtitles, and program information seamlessly.
Additional Information & Use Cases
Files with the WTV extension are typically protected and may include digital rights management (DRM) to prevent unauthorized copying. Users can play these files on compatible Microsoft software, but playback outside of Windows environments often requires specialized codecs. The format is closely tied to Windows Vista and Windows 7’s media recording features.
