Re: Bitrate, Codec used and protection method? in http://www.dslreports.com/forum/r17358089 en Fri, 27 Nov 2009 14:02:57 EDT Fri, 27 Nov 2009 14:02:57 EDT Re: Bitrate, Codec used and protection method? http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,17358557 Combat Chuck :
said by cbrigante2 See Profile :

I think the reason for Apple forcing this is to keep the iTunes system running simple and the way it should.
Riiiiight. It has absolutely nothing to do with locking people into the IPOS.
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said by peerimpact See Profile :

The iPod isn't supported because the King Of DRM Steve Jobs wont licence Fairplay DRM to any other content service provider ,even though Walmart sells millions of iPods for him .

If anything you should complain to Apple about their DRM not being interoperable outside the iTunes\iPod ecosystem .
I think the reason for Apple forcing this is to keep the iTunes system running simple and the way it should. Take a look at the Zune system (how the Fairplay DRM does not work with other Media Player approved DRM) to see how this can get to be a PITA for Joe Consumer.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,17358172 Tue, 28 Nov 2006 14:52:04 EDT Re: Bitrate, Codec used and protection method? http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,17358089 peerimpact : The iPod isn't supported because the King Of DRM Steve Jobs wont licence Fairplay DRM to any other content service provider ,even though Walmart sells millions of iPods for him .

If anything you should complain to Apple about their DRM not being interoperable outside the iTunes\iPod ecosystem .]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,17358089 Tue, 28 Nov 2006 14:38:56 EDT Re: Bitrate, Codec used and protection method? http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,17358029 thender2 :
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said by metro305 See Profile :

I found the answer to some of my questions via this link
»superman.mediadownloads.walmart.···/faq.jsp



What is the Portable format?
The Portable format is optimized for on-the-go viewing using "PlayForSure" portable video players. If played on a PC, the image quality will not be as good as the higher resolution Standard format. These videos are not compatible with Apple iPods. Portable format videos are encoded at a 320 x 240 resolution with an average bit rate of 500 kbps.

Can I transfer a downloaded movie to a different PC?
Yes, but you need to activate the new PC and de-activate your previous PC. Simply call our Customer Service Representatives for help. They are available at 1-888-227-8458 (6 a.m. to 9 p.m. (PT), 7 days a week).

They have locked themsleves out of the main portable market? why isn't the IPOD supported, daft decision.

Royal PITA to do anything other than have it on one PC, I'll stick to ripping it via DVD shrink to a backup copy or using a x264 or Xvid codec to get it smaller
I agree. This won't play on my Cowon A2 either. I doubt it'll play on anything.

The only reason to use a propriatery format that is inferior is to control your content. I don't want to pay $5 so they can control the content I paid $15 for once already.
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said by metro305 See Profile :

I found the answer to some of my questions via this link
»superman.mediadownloads.walmart.···/faq.jsp



What is the Portable format?
The Portable format is optimized for on-the-go viewing using "PlayForSure" portable video players. If played on a PC, the image quality will not be as good as the higher resolution Standard format. These videos are not compatible with Apple iPods. Portable format videos are encoded at a 320 x 240 resolution with an average bit rate of 500 kbps.

Can I transfer a downloaded movie to a different PC?
Yes, but you need to activate the new PC and de-activate your previous PC. Simply call our Customer Service Representatives for help. They are available at 1-888-227-8458 (6 a.m. to 9 p.m. (PT), 7 days a week).

They have locked themsleves out of the main portable market? why isn't the IPOD supported, daft decision.

Royal PITA to do anything other than have it on one PC, I'll stick to ripping it via DVD shrink to a backup copy or using a x264 or Xvid codec to get it smaller]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,17357633 Tue, 28 Nov 2006 13:33:57 EDT Re: Bitrate, Codec used and protection method? http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,17357514 metro305 : I found the answer to some of my questions via this link
»superman.mediadownloads.walmart.···/faq.jsp


What is the Standard format?
The Standard format has quality similar to a DVD. It is optimally viewed on a PC or a TV (via a Windows Media Extender or connected PC). Videos in this format are higher resolution than videos in the Portable format. Standard format videos are encoded at a 640 x 480 resolution with an average bit rate of 1,500 kbps.

What is the Portable format?
The Portable format is optimized for on-the-go viewing using "PlayForSure" portable video players. If played on a PC, the image quality will not be as good as the higher resolution Standard format. These videos are not compatible with Apple iPods. Portable format videos are encoded at a 320 x 240 resolution with an average bit rate of 500 kbps.

Can I transfer a downloaded movie to a different PC?
Yes, but you need to activate the new PC and de-activate your previous PC. Simply call our Customer Service Representatives for help. They are available at 1-888-227-8458 (6 a.m. to 9 p.m. (PT), 7 days a week).
]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,17357514 Tue, 28 Nov 2006 13:14:48 EDT Re: Bitrate, Codec used and protection method? http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,17357483 metro305 : BTW the service does not support Linux or Mac according to their help FAQ.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,17357483 Tue, 28 Nov 2006 13:10:01 EDT Bitrate, Codec used and protection method? http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,17357470 metro305 : Anyone have any info on the details for what codec they are using, the bit-rate of the video, and protection scheme used?

I would not mind downloading my movies as long as it was easy to move from PC to PC with minimal amount of DRM headache.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,17357470 Tue, 28 Nov 2006 13:08:20 EDT