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Discussion in 'Multimedia' started by atlas12us, Nov 8, 2007.

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  1. atlas12us

    atlas12us Thread Starter

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    Why won't Windows Media 11 play some MP3 files?
    I can burn some MP3 files and they play fine. Other MP3 files will not play in WM 11 or when burned to a CD.
    I have all the updates and the files will play in QT or Nero.
    Are there different types of MP3 files and can I convert them to a format that will play when burned to a CD?
    Thanks to all.
     
    atlas12us, Nov 8, 2007
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  2. zacke

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    Some of the MP3 files might be DRM Protected, and will only play in certain programs.
     
    zacke, Nov 8, 2007
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    Yes I agree with him
     
    bodhost.co.uk, Nov 8, 2007
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    Mp3's are never DRM protected. Are you sure all the files are mp3's and not .wma's?
     
    Moby, Nov 8, 2007
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    All mp3's. How can I find out if they are drm protected? Any way to clear the drm?
     
    atlas12us, Nov 8, 2007
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    cwwozniak, Nov 9, 2007
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    Hmm... interesting article. But anyway I haven`t problem with drm cause I use powerful software
     
    Yhreo, Nov 14, 2007
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    Load some into GSpot and check the specs. Look for CBR, VBR, Stereo, Joint Stereo etc. See if you find any patterns of those that play/won't play.

    http://www.headbands.com/gspot/
     
    MysticEyes, Nov 15, 2007
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