M4V Wont play on Archos - How to convert?

NepentheZ · NepentheZ #1 (**permalink**)

12-29-2008, 06:41 PM

Hey, I downloaded a film via iTunes. It came downloaded in .m4v format.

I transferred this over to my Archos, to watch it on T.V - but the file didn't play. I'm just wondering if anyone knows how I can convert the file to a playable format.

Thanks.

eric · eric #2 (**permalink**)

12-29-2008, 06:47 PM

sorry, i don't. i just had to pop in and say i loved the username

NepentheZ · NepentheZ #3 (**permalink**)

12-29-2008, 06:48 PM

Thanks

Why, in particular ?

eric · eric #4 (**permalink**)

12-29-2008, 06:55 PM

used to use a version of it for a password years back, that and a version of nadir. nepenthe just has such a great definition, it's not about becoming positive, it's about obliterating sorrow or the memory of it.

NepentheZ · NepentheZ #5 (**permalink**)

12-29-2008, 07:05 PM

Cheers. I'm fully aware of what it means, though

Its actually my "rap alias". Has a nice ring to it. Anyway, back to the matter in hand.....

eric · eric #6 (**permalink**)

12-29-2008, 07:13 PM

i was pretty sure you knew

mainly for the benefit of any others stumbling in here.

bobtomay · bobtomay #7 (**permalink**)

12-29-2008, 07:23 PM

While I am not sure whether the Archos can play m4v files or not, this is not the real issue. It's real issue is the DRM on every iTunes music, movie, or TV file (except the few iTunes Plus songs) you download from them.

No different than MS's 'Plays for Sure' DRM or the new DRM they're using for the Zune.

You want to play a file without cracking the DRM, you'll need a Mac, an iPod or an iPhone to play them.

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Member Since: Nov 04, 2006 Location: twin cities, mn, usa Posts: 8,800	12-29-2008, 06:55 PM used to use a version of it for a password years back, that and a version of nadir. nepenthe just has such a great definition, it's not about becoming positive, it's about obliterating sorrow or the memory of it. Please participate in our Member of the Month polls. Every vote counts! And remember to use the user reputation system! ["Dear Homer, I. O. U. one emergency donut. Signed, Homer." - Note by Homer Simpson]
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Member Since: Nov 04, 2006 Location: twin cities, mn, usa Posts: 8,800	12-29-2008, 07:13 PM i was pretty sure you knew mainly for the benefit of any others stumbling in here. Please participate in our Member of the Month polls. Every vote counts! And remember to use the user reputation system! ["Dear Homer, I. O. U. one emergency donut. Signed, Homer." - Note by Homer Simpson]
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NepentheZ #1 (permalink)
Member Since: Dec 29, 2008 Posts: 13	12-29-2008, 06:41 PM Hey, I downloaded a film via iTunes. It came downloaded in .m4v format. I transferred this over to my Archos, to watch it on T.V - but the file didn't play. I'm just wondering if anyone knows how I can convert the file to a playable format. Thanks.
	QUOTE Thanks

NepentheZ #5 (permalink)
Member Since: Dec 29, 2008 Posts: 13	12-29-2008, 07:05 PM Cheers. I'm fully aware of what it means, though Its actually my "rap alias". Has a nice ring to it. Anyway, back to the matter in hand.....
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