Is there a codec for WMP for MKV files?

Magic_x_uk · 1 Jun 2011 at 06:56

As title really. Is there a plug in that enables you to play MKV files through WMP using OS win 7

Or am I better just downloading VLC player.

thanks.

Stoner81 · 1 Jun 2011 at 07:14

Code:

cole2k.net

This codec pack will install what you need

or you just use VLC

Stoner81.

memyselfandi · 1 Jun 2011 at 07:38

The CCCP codec pack also works fine for this as well.

cmndr_andi · 1 Jun 2011 at 08:59

I find shark007 works well, though I do tend to use VLC or MPC-HC instead of WMP.

Meekal · 1 Jun 2011 at 09:08

VLC tends to work with most formats!

monkeyspank · 1 Jun 2011 at 09:15

win 7 has the codecs to play 'mkv' files.

installing divx for windows will make use of those codecs, and you'll be able to watch your files in WMP or even Media Center

mpc-hc is a better choice IMO - part of CCCP.

I've recently started using the KMPlayer and it seems pretty good too!

madindehead · 1 Jun 2011 at 09:50

I use Shark007 codes (with x64 components) and use 65-bit WMP to play FLAC audio (ace for that).

I find them to be very good codecs, but VLC will also do the job. It's personal preference I think at the end of the day

Magic_x_uk · 1 Jun 2011 at 10:45

Only reason I ask, is I am presently using 'MakeMKV' then 'Handbrake' to put all my own DVD's onto my computer then onto an external HD which is plugged into my PS3 so I can watch any of my DVD's without physically having to put any in.

As the PS3 doesnt play MKV files (as far as I can tell)

Deleted member 77746 · 1 Jun 2011 at 12:14

VLC Player.

Frapple · 1 Jun 2011 at 14:03

Just install DivX codec, it allows me to Stream mkv files to my 360 (using it as an extender in Windows Media Center)

Tried playing on the PS3 once, I think it worked?

Magic_x_uk · 1 Jun 2011 at 14:29

ok bit confused now.

just downloaded divx pro codec 6.9.2 (from DivX website) and it says Trial, 15 days left and then a option to buy. I thought this used to be free?

has something changed or what ?

Deleted member 77746 · 1 Jun 2011 at 14:31

Magic_x_uk said:
ok bit confused now.

just downloaded divx pro codec 6.9.2 (from DivX website) and it says Trial, 15 days left and then a option to buy. I thought this used to be free?

has something changed or what ?

whats up with vlc player? :eek:

Magic_x_uk · 1 Jun 2011 at 14:53

will be using vlc now

mrk · 1 Jun 2011 at 15:15

You don't need any codec, WMP in WIn7 plays them out the box anyway. You just need the right splitter for certain codecs contained in mkv files (dual audio, sub streams etc).

Haali Media splitter is what is needed.

Anyway, MPC-HC as mentioned, s the best.

Frapple · 1 Jun 2011 at 15:21

Magic_x_uk said:
ok bit confused now.

just downloaded divx pro codec 6.9.2 (from DivX website) and it says Trial, 15 days left and then a option to buy. I thought this used to be free?

has something changed or what ?

http://www.divx.com/en/software/divx-plus/codec-pack

Just untick everything but the Codec Pack.

Magic_x_uk · 1 Jun 2011 at 15:23

Khaaan! said:
You don't need any codec, WMP in WIn7 plays them out the box anyway.

well your version of win 7 is obviously different to mine as mine wont play mkv files.

anyhow ill download vlc player and it should all be fine.

thanks guys

mrk · 1 Jun 2011 at 15:25

You realise what an mkv file is yeah?

Your mkv file(s) probably use a non standard codec for a/v. MKV is just the container and WMP plays the most standard stuff (h.264/ac3 etc).

Destination · 2 Jun 2011 at 21:56

K-lite codec pack has them also, sorts mkv files on wmp

ShakenNstirred · 3 Jun 2011 at 00:05

K-lite codec pack here

iviv · 3 Jun 2011 at 01:47

I used to use shark007's pack, but recently he's started force installing the ask toolbar in the installation, you're not given an option for it. The only way to stop it is to download a registry file from his site and adding it to the registry which apparently stops it.
I've simlply stopped using it.