What kind of video files can the in-dash DVD player play?

HX_Guy · 10-18-2014, 03:28 PM

I'm wanting to play some music videos on the in-dash DVD player, anyone know how I need to burn the DVD disk so it will work? Thanks.

GranSkyline · 10-21-2014, 12:46 PM

Have not tested much, but .mkv does work. I have the feeling it will read most common types. Best way to find out is to try it out.

Edit: Read title, missed post, disregard earlier

You need pretty much any DVD burning software. Search for a lifehacker post on this. When the files are recorded to the disc, it's done using the DVD standard type, so the initial file type won't matter.

qballis · 10-21-2014, 07:54 PM

Why waste time burning DVDs? Just drag all videos onto a USB drive. Code in video from USB. Voila.

HX_Guy · 10-22-2014, 12:01 PM

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Originally Posted by qballis

Why waste time burning DVDs? Just drag all videos onto a USB drive. Code in video from USB. Voila.

Hmm, I think I already coded this when I did all my coding. So off a USB stick, what video file formats will work?

qballis · 10-22-2014, 12:39 PM

I haven't come across anything that doesn't work. If you're concerned, download handbrake, it's a free video conversion software. Read about how to use it. I'm pretty sure the resolution on tech pkg I drive is 1280x480.

darkerosxx · 10-22-2014, 01:30 PM

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Originally Posted by HX_Guy

Hmm, I think I already coded this when I did all my coding. So off a USB stick, what video file formats will work?

There are several codings that effectively enable almost every movie file type. I would worry less about what doesn't work until you find something that doesn't and then you answered your question. I haven't found anything that doesn't work, yet.

alz0rz · 10-22-2014, 02:34 PM

What's a DVD?

qballis · 10-22-2014, 04:11 PM

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Originally Posted by alz0rz

What's a DVD?

Double Variable Declaration

JP Medina · 11-05-2014, 06:35 PM

Is the DVD player only available with tech/nav package?
How about basic system?
Although, in the vin decoder sheet it apears to be a DVD player in my car.
Anybody?

nyeager · 11-05-2014, 07:47 PM

One thing I've noticed is if you have files that are too large (too high bit-rate / too 'high-def'), it looks like the playback software either chokes or there's a bottleneck at the USB connection (not sure if it's USB 1.1/2.0).

I'll do more testing over the weekend.

Thaimyshoee · 11-06-2014, 05:54 AM

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Originally Posted by JP Medina

Is the DVD player only available with tech/nav package?
How about basic system?
Although, in the vin decoder sheet it apears to be a DVD player in my car.
Anybody?

+1 I'd like to know was well. Kickin' myself for not gettin' the tech pack...

siwo · 05-11-2016, 10:53 PM

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Originally Posted by alz0rz

What's a DVD?

Doovdé Player?

//M235ixD · 06-14-2016, 04:22 PM

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Originally Posted by siwo

Quote:

Originally Posted by alz0rz

What's a DVD?

Doovdé Player?

Can't remember last time I laugh so hard !!! Very funny

BMWZ4 · 06-14-2016, 06:06 PM

Formats are mentioned in the manual. Can't recall what page though.

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