File extension .REC
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Recorded Format | Topfield | Video Files |
The REC file extension is associated with Topfield Personal Video Recorder records (PVRs). These are devices that record audio and video programs, and use the REC file to store the data. The primary purpose of the REC extension is to produce recordings in real-time, which cannot be edited, but is otherwise a storage format. Recording can be stored in various formats and it depends on the particular Topfield PVR. This file type is widely used for storing digital TV recordings from providers like TiVo or similar.
Specifications of REC File Format
The REC file format allows for recordings from various video sources such as satellite, terrestrial, fiber optic, ISDN, and cable television. It also supports analog recording into digital format. The REC file also supports multiple audio stream recording including Dolby Digital 5.1 and DTS 5.1 as well as MPEG-2 & H.264 formats. It supports both the high-definition (HD)TV recording as well as standard-definition (SD) recordings. It is also possible to access stored files via web browser thanks to embedded web server.
Similar File Formats
The REC file type is used in many different recording devices. It is also similar to other streaming media recording formats such as TS, M2T, DVR, and MPG. Like these other formats, the REC file type can be used to store digital recordings for playback on various different kinds of media players.
Programs for WINDOWS system
Programs for MAC system
Programs for LINUX system
Programs for Android system
Programs for IOS system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .REC) with the new application. If this does not happen, we can help the system a bit by selecting the software for it, which it should always use to open files with the .REC extension.
When choosing the software we can select the system to use this software every time.
Remember!
Using it for the first time it is good to check whether the .REC file opened in the application can be read by us and opens in a way that allows us to use it. If everything is in order, select this option the next time you open a file with the .REC extension. However, if the file has not opened correctly, we have to look for a different software, with which we can open files with the .REC extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .REC file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .REC file has not meet your expectations, you can try searching other websites. But remember to avoid downloading programs "that can open any file". These applications not only have very limited functionality, but may also expose you to expense tens of dollars when purchasing a license.
In the vast majority of cases you will find the program dedicated to support the .REC file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .REC file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .REC file has no errors
- or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
Author’s guidelines
Mr B. Adam
Author of the guidelines / Founder of FileExtension.info
New technologies enthusiast, helping to solve problems with the files.
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