SGI's Video Convert GUI

SGI's Video Convert GUI is an application designed as the graphical user interface for FFmpeg and MEncoder, two programs built to help users perform video and audio decoding, encoding and filtering operations.

Unfortunately, both utilities can only be run using the command-line consoles, and this why SGI's Video Convert GUI comes in handy for all users who need to convert video files to different formats and extract the audio streams from clips with ease.

The user interface is clean and you have quick access to all the audio and video parameters directly from the primary panel, and you can pick the encoder (FFmpeg or MEncoder). The program supports batch processing, which means you can add multiple items to the list and convert them in the same time.

SGI's Video Convert GUI works with the following file formats: WAV, AC3, AAC, M4A, OGG, MP3, FLV, AVI, MPG, MOV, MKV, MP4, WMV, and others. The video parameters can be configured by specifying the codec, bitrate, frame size, FPS and aspect ratio, while the audio ones allow users to pick the codec, bitrate, sample rate and channels. It is possible to split files and apply deinterlacing options.

When it comes to exporting options, you can select from different preset profiles designed specifically for a wide range of audio and video formats as well as portable devices (e.g. iPhone, iPad, BlackBerry).

The application enables users to download video files from the Internet, provided that you have specified a valid URL. You may create a list with video links, upload a plain text file containing URLs, as well as make the application open the output folder, close the GUI, or shutdown the system at the end of the task.

It offers time estimation for completing the job and keeps a log with all the details about the downloading process and possible errors, which can be exported to a plain text file.

The DVD ripping feature allows you to select the source, content to encode (chapters, subtitles), and configure the video and audio parameters in terms of encoder, bitrate, size, FPS, aspect ratio, channels, and others. You may also preview the videos, thanks to its built-in player.

In conclusion, SGI's Video Convert GUI proves to be quite helpful for all users who have experienced difficulties in running the FFmpeg and MEncoder command-line consoles. Since it serves as the interface for both programs, it definitely simplifies the entire process of performing audio and video conversions.