DAT File Repair

[Keenan5F99]

I just started a project for a client where one of the clips sent to me is is the unusable .DAT file format. I haven't had much luck looking for decent repair options online, does anyone know of any reliable services for this issue? 

[Ann Bens]

Try changing the DAT extension to MPG.

[mirjam_rb]

having the same issue. chaning the extension does not work. DAT needs to be reindexed. any idea how this an be done online for free?

[Sumeet Kumar Choubey · Accepted solution]

Hi there,

DAT file is a general-purpose data file that may or may not be a media file. Without knowing which application created it, it's difficult to determine its contents. You can try the expert's suggestion to see if any external transcoders recognize it. If that doesn't work, it would be best to check with your client or with the source for clarification. If it's meant to be a media file, they may be able to provide it in a supported media format.

Thanks,

Sumeet

[mirjam_rb]

Hi Sumeet, it's a video file that was supposed to be an mp4. I couldnt find anything for free so I bought EaseUs Fixo and repaired it.

Best,

Mirjam

[mirjam_rb]

The file was created by a Canon C 100 Mark II.

[Ann Bens]

Then it's not a video file. But rather an auxiliary file.

[mirjam_rb]

of course it is a video file

[Richard M Knight]

I would try Handbrake, it seems to transcode most formats.