Thursday, May 4, 2017

How to Play MKV Videos on TV via USB

Why some amazing MKV files won't be opened on TV after trying all the efforts? Well, as you've found out, some MKV files work and some just don't seem to be playable on TV. Get frustrated? This article just aims to outline the best way to play MKV on TV (Samsung TV included) with the best quality.


Actually MKV is a container format. Can TV support the MKV video really depends what is inside the file. For example, if that MKV  with unsupported audio codec like DTS-HD or Dolby True HD, the TV won't play the sound. Besides, Bit rate, resolution, etc will have a large part to play in this. Don't expect a (Samsung) TV to playback a high bitrate .mkv. The solution for you is to find a third-party tool to make everything easy. 

Here Dimo Video Converter Ultimate is one of the options. It's good because you can use it as a top video converter to first convert your MKV files and then play them on (Samsung) TV and also you can use it to share converted files to TV with built-in media server, with which you can get rid of the incompatibility issues quickly.

Salient Features:
  • Finish the MKV to (Samsung) TV conversion task in a flash with NVIDIA CUDA support
  • Convert all kinds of MKV videos to TV most compatible format easily
  • Transcode your videos to  portable devices, like Samsung tablet, Kindle Fire HD, iPad, iPhone.etc with professional profile
  • Create 3D videos for watching on 3D TV
  • One-click to share local videos to TV wirelessly
  • Make ISO from video folders for backup or playing
If you are a Mac user and want to convert videos for playing on TV, just turn to Dimo Video Converter Ultimate for Mac. Now download app and follow below guide to learn how to play MKV file on (Samsung) TV. Free Download Dimo Video Converter Ultimate (Win/Mac):

          

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How to convert MKV for playback on (Samsung) TV

Step 1. Add MKV movies to the converter

Start the best TV video converter and drag the .mkv files to the software interface. Or you can click "Add File" button to import the video. H.265 4K video files or Blu-ray/DVD discs are also supported. 


Step 2. Choose TV friendly video

Click the "Select Format" drop-down button to select TV more compatible H.264 MP4 video from the "Device > TVS" category with customized profile settings for Samsung/LG/Sony/Panasonic TV.

Step 3. Advanced settings(optional)

Before start the MKV conversion for TV, you can click the Settings icon and adjust the video bitrate, codec, frame rate, audio sample rate, etc parameters. You can also click Edit to crop the source video so as to get the part you want and get rid of some black bars or even trim the ads part off.


Step 4. Start conversion

Click the "Start" button to start converting MKV to TV supported video. After finish the conversion, simply transfer the converted MP4 files to your USB drive and then plug USB key directly into (Samsung) TV. Or directly using Dim's free media server for file sharing. Now you are able to play MKV on TV without any trouble. 

Free Download or Purchase Dimo Video Converter Ultimate:

          

Need the lifetime version to work on 2-4 PCs so that your friends and family can instantly broaden their entertainment options? Please refer to the family license here. 


Kindly Note:

The price of Dimo Video Converter Ultimate for Windows is divided into 1 Year Subscription, Lifetime/Family/Business License: $43.95/Year; $45.95/lifetime license; $95.95/family license(2-4 PCs); $189.95/business pack(5-8 PCs). Get your needed one at purchase page.

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Tuesday, May 2, 2017

Fast Solve HTC Vive MKV Playback Issue


HTC Vive is a virtual reality headset developed by HTC and Valve Corporation, which is committed to create an immersive environment that allow users to walk and look around in the simulated world and get the most vivid VR experience with your games and movies. When you get this amazing VR headset to play your favorite VR videos, you will notice with a pity that HTC Vive does not support MKV videos. Then the best solution is a professional VR video converter to convert MKV to HTC Vive supported formats for convenient playback.


In fact, Handbrake can repackage MKVs using different codecs for HTC Vive playback. It supports encoding of several audio tracks, and the audio quality is also quite favorable. But sometimes the output audio maybe a little bit low and it is uncomfortable when you on trip or in crowding space without sound amplifier built in. Worse still, it only supports converting MKV to MP4 or M4V, not into 3D format. In this case, a Handbrake alternative for Windows users to encode MKV is needed.  

Here Dimo Video Converter Ultimate is the bee's knees, which can help you easily solve "MKV won't work in HTC Vive" problem. The program can help you quickly finish the conversion from MKV to 3D SBS MP4 video for HTC Vive with customized profile settings in original video quality. Besides side-by-side, this software provides Top bottom/Anaglyph 3D outputs to meet different needs. 

In addition, if you want to trim/crop videos, select audio track, add text watermark or apply special effects, all these can be easily achieved with this powerful tool. The equivalent Mac version Dimo Video Converter Ultimate for Mac is for Mac OS users. Now download the program and let's learn how to do it.

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Simple Steps to Convert MKV to 3D MP4 for using in HTC Vive

Step 1: Load MKV movie

Launch the MKV to HTC Vive converter and click "Add file" button to load your MKV media sources.


Step 2: Choose an output format

This VR video making tool can convert any video to VR headsets, like HTC VIVE, Samsumg Gear VR or Oculus Rift without worrying about audio, video code specifications or labeling. So you can click "Select Format" bar on the interface then navigate to "Device" to choose "HTC Vive" as the output format.

Tips: Custom VR video parameters

Click "Settings" button to do corresponding settings regarding to video, audio like video codec, file size, video bitrate, frame rate, etc. 


Step 3. Set VR video mode and edit VR video

Click "Edit" and find the "3D" option. Since HTC Vive can accept 3D SBS MP4, you can choose left/right mode which allows users to create a 3D SBS video. For skilled users however you can also make use of the advanced video customization options in the video editor software like adding watermarks/effects to VR videos, crop/trim/rotate VR videos, etc. 


Step 3: Start to convert MKV to HTC Vive

Hit the "Start" button to convert MKV to Side-by-Side 3D video for playback with HTC Vive. After conversion, you can hit "Open" to find the generated 3D videos. Then, you can transfer the converted video files to HTC Vive with installed VR players for enjoyment.

Best VR Video Player for HTC Vive Recommend
If you want to play the converted VR video on HTC Vive, you need to install a VR video player on your computer in advance. There are three kinds of player software available in the current market: Virtual Desktop, Whirlig VR Media Player and Vive Cinema.

Virtual Desktop - $14.99
This application is designed for the HTC Vive and Oculus Rift to help you use your computer in VR. With Virtual Desktop, you are able to browse the web, watch videos, or even play games on a giant virtual screen. However Virtual Desktop can only work with Windows 10.

Whirlig VR Media Player - $3.99

Whirligig is also an immersive video player. But the operation for this player is complicated and you are required to download and install the decoder. 

Vive Cinema - Free

Vive Cinema is a free VR player developed by HTC VR NEW Technology team and it can be download from Viveport. Vive Cinema supports many types of video playing such as flat, stereo (3D), 360, and 180. And Windows 7/8/10 are supported by this player.

Free Download or Purchase Dimo Video Converter Ultimate:

          

Need the lifetime version to work on 2-4 PCs so that your friends and family can instantly broaden their entertainment options? Please refer to the family license here. 


Kindly Note:

The price of Dimo Video Converter Ultimate for Windows is divided into 1 Year Subscription, Lifetime/Family/Business License: $43.95/Year; $45.95/lifetime license; $95.95/family license(2-4 PCs); $189.95/business pack(5-8 PCs). Get your needed one at purchase page.

Related Software:

BDmate (Win/Mac)

Lossless backup Blu-ray to MKV with all audio and subtitle tracks; Rip Blu-ray to multi-track MP4; ConvertBlu-ray to almost all popular video/audio formats and devices; Copy Blu-ray to ISO/M2TS; Share digitized Blu-ray wirelessly.

DVDmate (Win/Mac)

A professional DVD ripping and editing tool with strong ability to remove DVD protection, transcode DVD to any video and audio format, and edit DVD to create personal movie.

Videomate (Win/Mac)

An all-around video converter software program that enables you to convert various video and audio files to formats that are supported by most multimedia devices.

8K Player (Win/Mac)

A mixture of free HD/4K video player, music player, Blu-ray/DVD player, video recorder and gif maker. 

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