Video on the Zune Can the Zune Software import video from Windows Media Player and/or iTunes? I have a bunch of videos on WMP and 2 movies on iTunes. I wanted to know if I will be able to watch these on the Zune. Video on the Zune Can the Zune Software import video from Windows Media Player and/or iTunes? I have a bunch of videos on WMP and 2 movies on iTunes. I wanted to know if I will be able to watch... » Read More Video on the Zune Can the Zune Software import video from Windows Media Player and/or iTunes? I have a bunch of videos on WMP and 2 movies on iTunes. I wanted to know if I will be able to watch these on the Zune. « Show Less
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Actually, in response to my other question, nevermind. I found through Yahoo! Answers the "secret" to making YouTube videos Zune compatible. I've followed it with zero problems, and now I've got some kickass music videos on my Zune. :)For anybody interested in the tutorial, you have to visit:http://www.zunescene.com/forums/index.php?topic=4946.0I swear, this is the absolute most helpful little thing I've found related to the Zune to date. :)
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yeah, The zune program has to convert it, and that willtake some time. Other than that you just drag and drop or let zune scan your hard drive. you won't have a problem
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YOu might be able to find software that does this for you though. There are plenty of programs capable of stripping DRM, some of which are free and others which cost a few dollars.
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That is not true. There are pleanty of conversion programs that will take iTunes M4V's and convert them to WMV to play on the Zune, and legally too. I have done it. Tuenbite platinum is an EXCELLENT program to convert iTune and all other DRM media to play on pretty much anything...including the ZUNE! Enjoy.
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You won't be able to play movies purchased through iTunes on your Zune. The DRM schemes aren't compatible.
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Yes, with a conversion program like Tunebite, iTune's M4V's can be converted into WMV to play on the Zune, and it is 100% legal so long as your not converting files to burn on a disk and sell around. Like we all do that right? This program will also pretty much convert any other program into WMV and will even do protected MP3's, like from Napster, iTunes etc. to play on the Zune too. Even software like "Video Cleaner" will convert DivX videos to WMV to play on the Zune...the posiblities are endless if you know where to look. Enjoy.
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Cucusoft zune video converter won't work for me at all, and the customer support email doesn't work either. The dvd to zune works, but no matter what format or what size I make the video, it darkens the picture significantly... very significantly. Any ideas?
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You are absolutely right David. I create my playlists on Windows Media Player 11 and zip,it's on the player. To delete a song or add, it's the same thing...hook it up and do what you want-thru WMP. This is our 2nd SanDisk. The other one is the black 2MG. Only problem we had with that one was every time we plugged in the USB XP said the deivce wasn't recognized. SanDisk was great! After walking me thru some instructions to no avail, SanDisk said we'll supply the shipping label and costs and will replace immediately. They did. Now, no problems. I think the service at SanDisk is top-notch.
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i have Xp media center edition on my PC i need Media CEnter 2005 for ZUne right? and how do i get that man? as well i need to know movies on zune?
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Hi Darlene...sorry it's taken so long for someone to respond to your post! Anyway, I'm the proud owner of a Creative Zen V Plus, and I can honestly tell you that YES, the little bugger playes videos/movies. The player comes with a handful of Creative Zen commercials installed, including a really cute one with a panda! However...the size of the video displayed is REALLY small....literally the size of a postage stamp, maybe smaller than that. Do realize that a Zen V Plus is only slightly larger than Apple's iPod Shuffle, which is one of the smallest players around. If you want to rip DVD's to play on this thing, that I don't know about. I've been able to upload a "home movie" video that I made myself, and Creative has a ZenCast web site that has a bunch of FREE video downloads. If you are wanting to buy a player primarily to play videos, look elsewhere. The Microsoft Zune does a fantastic job with video for a pocket size player. Other than video display, the Zen V Plus is a great little device.
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I just sold my Zune 30 for an 80GB ipod classic. I loved my Zune, I really love the device. I think it is excellent! And it has loads of features with a huge screen which was just freaking awesome! What it came down to though was that I didn't like the Zune software. I always had problems with it, I found it to be not as easy to use as itunes or even windows media player. I am not too sure what Microsoft was actually trying to do, but I didn't like it at all. Just the software alone kept me from using my Zune, and it's a shame. Microsoft really has a great product on their hand, I would love for them to update their marketplace so it is more fluent though. I just sold my Zune 30 for an 80GB ipod classic. I loved my Zune, I really love the device. I think it is excellent! And it has loads of features with a huge screen which was just freaking awesome! What it came down to though was that I didn't like the Zune software. I always had problems with it, I found it to be not as easy to use as itunes or even windows media player. I am not too sure what Microsoft was actually trying to do, but I didn't like it at all. Just the software alone kept me from using my Zune, and it's a shame. Microsoft really has a great product on their hand, I would... » Read More I just sold my Zune 30 for an 80GB ipod classic. I loved my Zune, I really love the device. I think it is excellent! And it has loads of features with a huge screen which was just freaking awesome! What it came down to though was that I didn't like the Zune software. I always had problems with it, I found it to be not as easy to use as itunes or even windows media player. I am not too sure what Microsoft was actually trying to do, but I didn't like it at all. Just the software alone kept me from using my Zune, and it's a shame. Microsoft really has a great product on their hand, I would love for them to update their marketplace so it is more fluent though. « Show Less
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According to the manufacturer's approved devices for this dock, it appears as if you need a different model. Particularly this one: http://www.amazon.com/Microsoft-G7D-00001-Zune-HD-Dock/dp/B002JPITYS However, some have reported that you CAN charge and utilize this particular dock, but will need extra cables as this doesn't support video.
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Heads up for you Faerie :)Zune's software runs better than the iTunes inmho..and its easy to use..Just once click, and you can sync it..be it on USB or wireless..I was using nano before and it took me long time to get used to the iTunes software..Get the Zune and love your player! :)
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Zune requires "Windows XP with Service Pack 2 (Home, Professional, Tablet PC, Media Center Edition 2005) or Windows Vista (all editions)". (http://www.zune.net/en-us/products/zunesoftware/minsystemreqs.htm) Be aware that you may not be able to run the Zune software if you use 64-bit XP or MCE 2002/4. Only feature the Zune software requires Vista is to sync recorded TV shows, and it only works on analog TV caps as far as I know. FYI http://www.zune.net/en-us/support/usersguide/musicvideospictures/synctv.htm If you want to sync recorded TV shows, use MCEBuddy or DVRMS Toolbox. I hear they work better since they could automatically remove commercials and convert to wmv.
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I have not been able to see video in WMM. Only video. I have WMM that came installed in my vista machine purchased in Dec. 08. Can anyone tell me how to make the video show up?
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David, you don't need to convert your audio library (well, unless it's in the PROPRIETARY WMA format). As long as you have MP3 files, they'll play on any iPod just fine without conversion.In terms of having to convert movies to MP4, I agree that it's a pain, but most portable video players will require you to do this anyway, because of size and processing power requirements. You might as well convert to MP4, which is a certainly not a proprietary format. It's an open format supported on a huge variety of devices and operating systems. That includes DVD players, network players, portable media players, freeware applications (VLC) and more. Looks to me like you need to check your information a little better. David, you don't need to convert your audio library (well, unless it's in the PROPRIETARY WMA format). As long as you have MP3 files, they'll play on any iPod just fine without conversion.In terms of having to convert movies to MP4, I agree that it's a pain, but most portable video players will require you to do this anyway, because of size and processing power requirements. You might as well convert to MP4, which is a certainly not a proprietary format. It's an open format supported on a huge variety of devices and operating systems. That includes DVD players, network players,... » Read More David, you don't need to convert your audio library (well, unless it's in the PROPRIETARY WMA format). As long as you have MP3 files, they'll play on any iPod just fine without conversion.In terms of having to convert movies to MP4, I agree that it's a pain, but most portable video players will require you to do this anyway, because of size and processing power requirements. You might as well convert to MP4, which is a certainly not a proprietary format. It's an open format supported on a huge variety of devices and operating systems. That includes DVD players, network players, portable media players, freeware applications (VLC) and more. Looks to me like you need to check your information a little better. « Show Less
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Alright i have the Zune 80 and have put tons of videos on it already =] so lets get you started. First go to google and search for any video converter that will convert .avi file types to .mp4 files, which is what the zune needs to read the videos your putting on. (I used Xilisoft Converter) Now you need to make a folder to put the videos you want to place on your zune. put it on your desktop to make things easy fro yourself and call it "Zune Vids." So every video you have in .mp4 format you place into there. Then go into the Zune Software and into the settings tab which is in the top right corner when you first open the software. Click that and you will see a button called "add folder" next to the bold video text. Add your newly made "Zune Vids" folder and WHOLLA, the zune software will automatically sync any .mp4 format video you have placed in there, enjoy =]
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With the Sony players, you can use Windows Media if you want...it's compatible. However, it doesn't force you to. If you prefer, you can also use a simple drag-and-drop with folders, like a mass storage device.
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Hi there,i'd like to buy a new 8GB mp3, but, i'm confused between the new ipod nano and zune. people say that the 3rd gen nano has a great battery life now, but, i'm discouraged from transferring my music files to itunes and changing the format (i've been using windows media. so, they're mostly in .wma)Is it true that Zune's software is crippled?being an experienced useer, would you recommend zune or nano? =)thanks a bunch!!
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I did use media player, and I also downloaded from media player to their format. I found it was easier to download and use their program.
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The file type I got needed to be opened in windows media player, VLC didn't take them which makes me think they would have to be converted before viewed on a Mac. I don't remember the file type but I don't think I got straight up mp4 as stated in the description.
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Hi D. Clemens... I didn't see a response to this, so I just wanted to give some assistance. The instruction manual on page 45 states that you can run pictures and music from any USB device. I did see some comment that the Zune MP3 player wasn't supported. Thanks,