WMV files onto Ipod classic

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WMV files onto Ipod classic

The instructions say to simply drag and drop movies into the ipod library, and if the file is not compatible you should get an option asking if you want to convert it.

I drag my .wmv movie into the movie folder, and... nothing. Doesn't even attempt to copy it. I have tried selecting 'file', then 'import file' as well, and get no response at all. No error messages, nothing.

Dell XPS, Windows Vista

Posted on Oct 30, 2008 9:08 PM

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Answer 1

Jeff Bryan

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Oct 31, 2008 2:31 AM in response to Thenagual

iTunes (not the iPod) will give you an option to convert a movie file if you add that file to your library, then select it and choose advanced/create iPod or iPhone version from the menu.

Once converted you can add it to the iPod.

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Answer 2

PT

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Oct 31, 2008 7:48 AM in response to Thenagual

Frequently asked questions about viewing and syncing video with iTunes and iPod
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1708
GUIDES TO: Converting Video for iPod - Mac & Window
http://forums.ilounge.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=123067
The Complete Guide to Converting Video to iPod Format (Mac)
http://www.ilounge.com/index.php/articles/comments/the-complete-guide-to-convert ing-video-to-ipod-format-mac/
See other tutorial articles over at iLounge...
http://www.ilounge.com/index.php/articles/tutorials/
Cheers,
Patrick

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Answer 3

Oct 31, 2008 10:20 AM in response to Thenagual

Thenagual wrote:
The instructions say to simply drag and drop movies into the ipod library, and if the file is not compatible you should get an option asking if you want to convert it.

What instructions are those?? That's not how iTunes works.

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