ASF to MP4

17 Apr 2015 21:26:52

Eric Jervis

I am trying to convert some old ASF clips to mp4 using Handbrake so that I can import them into iMovie. The first ten clips worked fine but the latest batch of five come out pixelated although the sound is still OK. The ASF files play perfectly with VLC. Any ideas anyone?

Re: ASF to MP4

24 Apr 2015 21:21:40

Tony Still

Eric, no idea really.

However, you could look for any difference in the detail of the input formats by comparing a file that worked properly with one that didn't. Perhaps the poor quality is coming from interlaced files or something similar?

Re: ASF to MP4

27 Apr 2015 12:49:22

Brian Tapper

Hi Eric, have a look at SmartConverter from the App Store it is supposed to convert movies.

Brian

Re: ASF to MP4

29 Apr 2015 21:23:07

Eric Jervis

Thank you Tony and Brian, I'll try Tony's idea first as it's free, and failing that, Brian's. I'll keep you posted.

Re: ASF to MP4

1 May 2015 11:24:39

Lionel Ogden

There is a file converter called MPEG Streamclip from http://www.squared5.com I don't know if it handles ASF files, but it is free so perhaps work a try.

Re: ASF to MP4

1 May 2015 11:53:36

Eric Jervis

Thanks Lionel, but it doesn't handle ASF files. I tried to use Brian's suggestion but the AppStore told me I'd forgotten my date of birth!