Windows Media Encoding Script

Microsoft« Windows Media« Encoding Script is a command-line tool you can use to convert both live and prerecorded audio and video into Windows Media files or streams. Using Windows Media Encoding Script, you can:

• Convert files with .wma, .wmv, .asf, .avi, .wav, .mpg, .mp3, .bmp, and .jpg file name extensions.
• Capture a live event from devices.
• Broadcast the encoded files or live event.
• Customize the encoding session, including specifying a profile, encoding specific portions of a file, and clipping and resizing the source video.

This documentation explains how to use Windows Media Encoding Script. It is organized as follows:

• Encoding files and live events. Explains how to perform basic encoding tasks by using some of the more common command-line options.
• Using profiles. Explains how profiles are used and lists all of the profiles available in Windows Media Encoding Script.
• Advanced encoding techniques. Explains some of the encoding filters that are available to improve the quality of your video. This section also lists all of the command-line options that are available in Windows Media Encoding Script.
• Frequently asked questions. Provides answers to common questions about Windows Media Encoding Script.
• Glossary. Defines terms that are related to Windows Media Encoding Script.