Plug-ins for Windows Media Player
Plug-ins are optional components that you can add to Windows Media Player to extend its functionality. For example, you can add audio, video, or rendering effects as well as DVD playback capabilities. To learn how to create plug-ins for Windows Media Player, see the Windows Media Player SDK.
Choose the type of plug-in that you want to download:
DVD Decoder (MPEG-2 Decoder) Plug-ins
Windows Media Player becomes a full-featured DVD player when combined with a DVD decoder (MPEG-2 decoder) with features such as full-screen video playback controls, DVD chapter listings, and integrated cover art.
For Windows Vista
If you're running Windows Vista Home Premium or Windows Vista Ultimate, DVD capabilities are included as part of the operating system. If you are running Windows Vista Home Basic, Windows Vista Business, or Windows Vista Enterprise, you can enhance your DVD playback experience by purchasing a DVD decoder pack or by upgrading to a more powerful edition of Windows Vista.
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CinePlayer DVD Decoder for Windows Vista
Roxio's CinePlayer DVD Decoder Pack for Windows Vista is designed exclusively for Windows Media Player and delivers cinema-quality performance and superb audio clarity for DVD playback on your Windows Vista-based computer with support for both high-definition video and 5.1-channel Dolby Digital audio.
File Size: 8 MB
Created By: Sonic Solutions, Inc
Requires: Windows Vista
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Cyberlink PowerDVD SE for Windows Vista
PowerDVD SE for Vista delivers the kind of outstanding performance you have come to expect from CyberLink, leader in DVD playback on the PC. Supporting high-definition video, 5.1-channel Dolby Digital audio, and DVD playback, PowerDVD SE for Windows Vista ensures the best possible quality for watching movies with Windows Media Player.
File Size: 4.8 MB
Created By: CyberLink Corporation
Requires: Windows Vista
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For Windows XP
If you are running Windows XP, you can enhance your DVD playback experience by purchasing a DVD decoder pack. To find out if you already have a DVD decoder installed on your Windows XP–based computer and whether it is compatible with Windows Media Player, install and run the Windows XP Video Decoder Checkup Utility.
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CinePlayer DVD Decoder for Windows XP
Sonic CinePlayer DVD Decoder Pack is designed exclusively for Windows Media Player and delivers superior video quality with optimal system performance for your Windows XP-based computer.
File Size: 8 MB
Created By: Sonic Solutions, Inc
Requires: Windows XP
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Cyberlink PowerDVD SE for Windows XP
Compatible with Windows Media Player 10 or later. Plays TV programs recorded using Microsoft Media Center. Plays DVDs with support for normal and wide-screen movies, Dolby audio soundtracks, and complete menu navigation.
File Size: 13 MB
Created By: CyberLink Corp
Requires: Windows XP
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DVD XPack for Windows XP
The DVD XPack instantly adds DVD playback to Windows Media Player running on a Windows XP–based computer with the same theater-quality video and audio decoders proven by over 125 million users of WinDVD.
File Size: 17 MB
Created By: InterVideo, Inc
Requires: Windows XP
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NVIDIA DVD Decoder
The NVIDIA DVD Decoder enables the industry's highest-quality DVD and MPEG-2 playback and rich surround-sound audio for all graphics processors running Windows Media Player and Windows XP Media Center Edition. When paired with a GeForce GPU, the NVIDIA DVD Decoder enables adaptive deinterlacing and high-quality filtering for the ultimate home theater experience.
File Size: 10 MB
Created By: NVIDIA
Requires: Windows XP
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Audio Effects (DSP) Plug-ins
Digital signal processing (DSP) is a method of analyzing signals (such as audio or video) and changing them to produce a desired effect. You can extend your audio and video experience in Windows Media Player by adding DSP plug-in support for effects such as echo, reverb, and much more.
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Audio Sandbox
SRS Audio Sandbox is the ultimate audio enhancement software for your computer and Windows Media Player. Using state of the art audio technology, it creates a concert experience for music and a home theater surround experience for your videos.
File Size: 5.65 MB
Created By: SRS Labs Inc.
Requires: Windows XP or Windows Vista
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DFX
DFX enhances your listening experience with features such as ambience, stereo imaging, 3-D surround sound, dynamic gain boosting, hyperbass, and headphone optimization.
File Size: 170 KB
Created By: Power Technology
Requires: Windows XP or Windows Vista
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Other Plug-ins
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WMPlugins.com
The ultimate resource for enhancing Windows Media Player. Check out the forums and cool plug-ins.
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