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Convert DVR-MS to WMV Online — Free

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Upload your .dvr-ms file by dragging it into the upload area or clicking to browse.

2

Choose your output settings. The default settings work great for most files.

3

Click Convert and download your .wmv file when it's ready.

What is DVR-MS?

DVR-MS is Microsoft's Digital Video Recording format used by Windows Media Center to record live television broadcasts. It stores MPEG-2 video with AC3 or MPEG audio in an ASF-based container with program guide metadata and closed captions.

Format Details

Full Name
Microsoft Digital Video Recording
Extension
.dvr-ms

Key Features

  • Windows Media Center
  • TV recording
  • MPEG-2 video
  • Closed captions

What is WMV?

WMV is a video compression format developed by Microsoft. It's commonly used in Windows environments and for streaming media.

Format Details

Full Name
Windows Media Video
Extension
.wmv

Key Features

  • Windows native
  • DRM support
  • Streaming optimized
  • Good compression

DVR-MS vs WMV

FeatureDVR-MSWMV
Full NameMicrosoft Digital Video RecordingWindows Media Video
Extension.dvr-ms.wmv
Best ForWindows Media CenterWindows native

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. You can convert up to 5 files per day completely free, with no watermark or registration required.
Most files convert in under 30 seconds. Larger files (over 500MB) may take 1-3 minutes.
No. Our converter uses optimized encoding settings by default to preserve the original quality.
Free users can convert files up to 100MB. Pro users can convert files up to 2GB.
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