With this package installed you won't need to install any other codecs.
When dealing with codecs, more does not equal better.
Having the least amount on your system is the best configuration.
This is exactly what the Vista Codec Package does for you.
You will no longer be restricted to using a specific player.
Windows MediaPlayer and Vista MediaCenter will be able to play all your files.
This page is updated often with new information, Tools, and BETA releases. Visit regularily and stay informed.Troubleshooting installation problems
VISTA USERS: please research User Account Control
Users may choose to use this program to temporarily disable UAC
and then right-click on the downloaded installer and choose 'Run as administrator'
When installing VCP you must choose the language that matches your operating system.
To solve the issue, re-install the same version that's on your system with the correct language.
To correct this issue, download and execute the latest installer and it will offer to UPGRADE your current installation.
If you . . .
- are receiving an error message about xvidcore.dll installing the current release will correct it.
- have COM_Surrogate errors, upgrade any DivX products you have with a current release. Upgrade Nero to 8.x
- installed XviD or FFDshow on your own other than the versions included in this package may also cause issues.
- have problems with the functionality one specific program, try installing it AFTER the codec package to resolve it.
Audio output and Speaker setup (Vista)for DVD settings and audio such as AC3 Dolby Digital 5.1 surround
Open the AC3filter configuration shortcut, in the upper left you will see, Output format -
the default setting is : AS IS (no change) ..... you may set it as you wish.
All other audio playback
Open the Audio decoder configuration shortcut, scroll the left window down to 'Mixer',
place a check in the 'Mixer' box, and in the righthand window select you speaker setup in the drop down list
Then check the box for LFE if you have a subwoofer attached.
To use SPDIF output
Go into Vista's Control Panel and navigate Sound/SPDIF/Properties/Advanced/Exclusive Mode
(depending on your sound device, the above path may be a bit different but similar)
Then CHECK the box
- for the following 2 items
'allow applications to take exclusive control of this device'
'give exclusive mode applications priority'
If you are experiencing choppy or stuttering sound
Go into Vista's Control Panel and open the Sound applet
Select your output device in the list that appears
NOTE: the default output device is commonly labeled Speakers
Right click on the device and from the context menu click Properties.
Click on the Enhancements TAB.
Then CHECK the box
- for Disable all enhancements.
NOTES on certain types of playbackIf Windows fails to playback DVD's install Media Player Classic from the Tools section below to play DVD's.
Some MPEG (mpg) files will require you to use the shortcuts provided for CLASSIC playback and vice-versa to MODERN.
If you change the MOV file extension to HDMOV you will improve the quality of the video playback.
To playback *.ASF files in Vista's MediaPlayer 11 or MediaCenter change the file extension to ASX.
To playback *.VOB files in Vista's MediaPlayer 11 or MediaCenter change the file extension to MPG.
To playback *.MOD files in Vista's MediaPlayer 11 or MediaCenter change the file extension to MPG.
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