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The K-Lite Codec Pack is a collection of DirectShow filters, VFW/ACM codecs, and tools. Codecs and DirectShow filters are needed for encoding and decoding audio and video formats. The K-Lite Codec Pack is designed as a user-friendly solution for playing all your audio and movie files. With the K-Lite Codec Pack you should be able to play all the popular audio and video formats and even several less common formats.

K-Lite Codec Pack Changelog:

• Updated Media Player Classic Home Cinema to version 1.3.1595.0
• Changed default video renderer in MPC-HC on Vista/7 to “EVR Sync”
• Changed default H.264 decoder from “ffdshow (libavcodec)” to “DivX H.264″
• This gives better decoding performance, certainly on computers with multiple CPU cores
• Updated Gabest MP4 splitter to version 1.3.1572.0
• Updated AC3ACM to version 1.5
• Updated Codec Tweak Tool to version 4.2.0
• Updated Win7DSFilterTweaker to version 2.8
• Minor changes

Downloads (32-bit):
K-Lite Codec Pack 5.7.0 : Full
K-Lite Codec Pack 5.7.0 : Mega
K-Lite Codec Pack 5.7.0 : Standard
K-Lite Codec Pack 5.7.0 : Basic

Download (64-bit):
K-Lite Codec Pack 3.2.0 : 64-bit

This is a bundle of 64-bit DirectShow filters that can be used together with 64-bit players, such as Windows Media Center. This pack can co-exist without problems with the regular (32-bit) K-Lite Codec Pack.

The 64-bit versions of Windows can run 32-bit software perfectly fine. So it is recommended to use the regular K-Lite Codec Pack when possible. That one contains more, better and faster decoders. You only need 64-bit filters for use with 64-bit applications.

Contents of version 3.2.0 : 64-bit

• ffdshow [revision 3158]
• AC3Filter [version 1.63b]
• AC3File [version 0.7b]
• Haali Media Splitter [version 1.9.63.13]
• MP4 splitter (Gabest) [version 1.3.1572.0]
• FLV splitter (Gabest) [version 1.3.1572.0]
• RealMedia splitter (Gabest) [version 1.3.1572.0]
• MPEG splitter (Gabest) [version 1.3.1572.0]
• CDXA Reader (Gabest) [version 1.3.1572.0]
• DirectVobSub [version 2.37]
• Codec Tweak Tool [version 4.2.0]
• Win7DSFilterTweaker [version 2.8]
• GraphStudio [version 0.3.2.0]

What’s new in iTunes 9.0?

iTunes LP
The visual experience of the record album returns with iTunes LP. Download select albums and experience a beautifully designed, interactive world right in your iTunes library on a Mac or PC — many are created by the artists.

Home Sharing
With Home Sharing, you can browse the iTunes libraries of up to five authorized computers in your house, import what you like, and automatically add new purchases made on any of the computers to your own library.

The Redesigned iTunes Store
With a beautiful redesign and refined navigation, the new iTunes Store makes it easy to explore songs, movies, TV shows, and more.

iTunes Extras
When you buy select movies from the iTunes Store, you won’t get just a movie. You’ll get iTunes Extras — a world of special features you can experience right in your iTunes library. Watch interviews and trailers, view photos, and more on your Mac or PC.

Genius Mixes
This new feature searches your iTunes library, finds songs that go great together, and creates multiple mixes you’ll love. All automatically.

Improved Syncing
iTunes brings new, more flexible ways to sync your media from your computer to your iPhone or iPod. And it’s easier to organize all the apps on your iPhone or iPod touch, because now you can do it right in iTunes, right from your computer. Shop the App Store on your computer, iPhone, or iPod touch. Then go to your iTunes library to arrange (and rearrange) your apps and add (or delete) Home screens. iTunes automatically syncs your new Home screens with your iPhone or iPod touch.

Many Other Improvements
iTunes brings you even better ways to manage and share everything in your library. You can make your Smart Playlists even smarter. You can save iTunes Store items you want to purchase later in a new wish list. You can buy ringtones of your favorite songs directly from the iTunes Store on your iPhone and assign a specific song to a contact. And if you’re an avid social networker, it’s easy to tout your favorite music, movies, and TV shows on Facebook and Twitter right from the iTunes Store.

Download iTunes 9.0

K-Lite Codec Pack Changelog:

* Updated ffdshow to revision 3054
* Updated AC3Filter to version 1.62b
* Updated AC3File to version 0.7b
* Updated FLV splitter to version 1.2.1207.0
* Updated Gabest MPEG splitter to version 1.2.1207.0
* Updated MediaInfo Lite to version 0.7.20
* Added more file association options for audio file types
* Minor changes

Download K-Lite Codec Pack 5.05 : Full

Also Available:
K-Lite Codec Pack 5.05 : Mega
K-Lite Codec Pack 5.05 : Basic

K-Lite Codec Pack Changelog:

* Updated Media Player Classic Homecinema to version 1.2.1005.0
* Updated Media Player Classic to version 6.4.9.1 rev. 98
* Updated ffdshow to revision 2732
* Updated Gabest MPEG splitter to version 1.2.997.0
* Updated Gabest Ogg splitter to version 1.2.997.0
* Updated DirectVobSub to version 2.39.5.1
* Updated x264VFW to revision 1114
* Updated MediaInfo Lite to version 0.7.11
* Fixed small issue with internal filter configuration in MPC
* Fixed file association issue when using regular the version of MPC
* Fixed crash with DVD playback that was present in version 4.6.2
* Minor changes

Download K-Lite Codec Pack 4.70 : Full

Also Available:
K-Lite Codec Pack 4.70 : Mega
K-Lite Codec Pack 4.70 : Basic

Changelog:

* Added Media Player Classic Home Cinema version 1.1.843. This version of MPC has some new functionality. Such as internal DXVA decoders for H.264 and VC-1 video, and support for the video renderer EVR. At this moment the regular version of MPC is still included and used by default. Once the Home Cinema version becomes more stable, it will become the default.
* Please read the FAQ if you want to use the DXVA functionality of MPC-HC. All requirements to make it work are explained in there.
* Updated Media Player Classic to version 6.4.9.1 rev. 82
* Updated ffdshow to revision 2202
* Removed libtheora and tremor plugins for ffdshow. Libavcodec is used instead.
* Updated LAME MP3 ACM codec to version 3.98.2
* Updated MediaInfo Lite to version 0.7.7.7
* When creating file associations for WMP/BS.Player/ZoomPlayer, the icon of the player is used as filetype icon. The MPC style icons are now only used when associating files to MPC.
* Minor changes

Download K-Lite Mega Codec Pack 4.31

Also Available:
K-Lite Codec Pack 4.31 Full
K-Lite Codec Pack 4.31 Basic

Real Alternative will allow you to play RealMedia files without having to install RealPlayer.

All RealMedia formats (.ra .rm .rmvb .ram .rpm .rv .rp .rt .rnx .smi .smil etc.) are supported, including streaming content and RealMedia content that is embedded in webpages.

Some advantages compared to RealPlayer:
* Quick and easy install
* It’s easy to make an unattended installation
* Proper uninstallation
* No background processes
* Use a player of your own choice
* Low on resources
* No advertising, no registration forms, nothing annoying

Limitations:
* .smi and .smil files only play the first part of a clip. This is only a problem when the clip consists of multiple parts. These files are not very common. These files do play correctly when embedded in a browser.
* The RealMedia DirectShow splitter does not work with streaming content. You must use the included Media Player Classic to play streaming content.

Download Real Alternative 1.82

Changelog 4.0.0 -> 4.1.0 | (2008-07-28)

* Updated Media Player Classic to version 6.4.9.1 rev. 72
* Updated ffdshow to revision 2055
* Downgraded Cyberlink MPEG-2 decoder to version 8.1.0.1608 because a few people were having trouble with the newer version
* Updated AC3Filter to version 1.51a
* Updated x264VFW to revision 913
* Updated DirectVobSub to version 2.39
* Removed Indeo audio codec
* Removed Indeo IVF source filter
* Updated MediaInfo Lite to version 0.7.7.4
* Added an index to the FAQ
* Minor changes

Download K-Lite Mega Codec Pack 4.1.0

Also Available:
K-Lite Codec Pack 4.1.0 Full
K-Lite Codec Pack 4.1.0 Basic

Changelog 3.9.5 -> 4.0.0 | (2008-07-07)

• Updated Media Player Classic to version 6.4.9.1 rev. 55
• Updated Cyberlink MPEG-2 decoder to version 8.1.0.1513
• Updated Updated ffdshow to revision 2035
• Updated Updated DivX to version 6.8.3
• Updated Cyberlink MPEG-2 decoder to version 8.2.0.530
• Updated x264VFW to revision 889
• Updated LAME MP3 ACM codec to version 3.98
• Updated MediaInfo Lite to version 0.7.7.3

Download K-Lite Mega Codec Pack 4.0.0

Also Available:
K-Lite Codec Pack 4.0.0 Full
K-Lite Codec Pack 4.0.0 Basic

Changelog 3.8.5 -> 3.9.0 | (2008-04-15)

• Updated Media Player Classic to version 6.4.9.1 rev. 49
• Updated ffdshow to revision 1937
• Updated Cyberlink MPEG-2 decoder to version 8.1.0.1513
• Updated madFLAC to version 1.8
• Updated Haali Media Splitter to version 1.8.122.18
• Updated DivX encoder to version 6.8.2.6
• Updated x264VFW to revision 808
• Updated MediaInfo Lite to version 0.7.6.3
• Changed default DivX decoder to ffdshow (on Win2000/XP)

Download K-Lite Mega Codec Pack 3.9.0

Also Available:
K-Lite Codec Pack 3.9.0 Full
K-Lite Codec Pack 3.9.0 Basic