Vik 0 Posted November 29, 2013 Hi I have recorded critical CCTV footage using the Response CWD2 camera but unable to play it unless I use Sec24 player. I really need to convert the files from .SNX format to avi or other. I think .SNX is Sonex or Sonix Technology. I contacted Response/Friedland who make the camera on 01252 451 632 who were unable to help. They said convertors exist but couldnt help me. I have spent hours trying to find a program to convert .SNX files but cant. My last resort is you clever people Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bara1au 0 Posted March 5, 2014 There is no such thing as a converter. I have been through 10 programs alleged to open and convert these files and all have crashed. I have also had Swann Communications tell me its such a new format that no such software exists! I can trace it back to 1982 in its various incarnations! I now have a brand new boat anchor that is totally useless for providing footage to the police and for a court case, and there was no warning on the box that the format used was not Windows Media Player compatible. The SWADW340 Pro Series system is a waste of money and a rip-off if you need critical footage! They couldn't even provide the correct RCA cable in the box to try and work around the problem in a home theatre situation! Their help line is an embarrassment! Shame on you Swann! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wolfrai 0 Posted March 27, 2014 I also got the Sec 24 Media Player. It´s really a mess. You cannot convert the snx-files. The programme chrashes frequently using Windows 8 or 8.1 You even cannot zoom nothing with 24 Media Player. You only can watch the small videos. I spent hours searching for any converting solution. I guess the only way is to take a lot of screenshot and try to zoom the important scenes. But they won´t show the original record date and time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Labrat0116 0 Posted October 2, 2015 I just bought a Uniden Security Camera system. Uniden's Media Player utilizes .SNX format. The Uniden Media player just downright sucks. Is there yet a Video Converter that converts .snx files into a more user friendly format ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Boogieman 1 Posted October 2, 2015 I just bought a Uniden Security Camera system. Uniden's Media Player utilizes .SNX format. The Uniden Media player just downright sucks. Is there yet a Video Converter that converts .snx files into a more user friendly format ? Return that junk... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Labrat0116 0 Posted October 2, 2015 I just bought a Uniden Security Camera system. Uniden's Media Player utilizes .SNX format. The Uniden Media player just downright sucks. Is there yet a Video Converter that converts .snx files into a more user friendly format ? Return that junk... Too late. The Cameras are all mounted and setup. To big a PITA to redo it all. Is there ANY other media player that will play .SNX files or any program that will convert it into a useable format ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Boogieman 1 Posted October 2, 2015 I just bought a Uniden Security Camera system. Uniden's Media Player utilizes .SNX format. The Uniden Media player just downright sucks. Is there yet a Video Converter that converts .snx files into a more user friendly format ? Return that junk... Too late. The Cameras are all mounted and setup. To big a PITA to redo it all. Is there ANY other media player that will play .SNX files or any program that will convert it into a useable format ? its going to be a bigger PITA when the system proves useless to you...its a proprietary format and you are unlikely going to find a converter. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Labrat0116 0 Posted October 3, 2015 its going to be a bigger PITA when the system proves useless to you...its a proprietary format and you are unlikely going to find a converter.It's usable as it is now, but not very user friendly and seriously lacks features. Hopefully, someone can come up with a converter or a Medial player that can play this format. Can't be rocket science even if it is proprietary. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Labrat0116 0 Posted October 3, 2015 (edited) Perhaps I should ask this question. What other wireless systems can utilize my wireless Uniden cameras ? Surely, there is something out there that can capture and use their signals. The receiver determines the format... correct ??? Edited October 3, 2015 by Guest Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Boogieman 1 Posted October 3, 2015 its going to be a bigger PITA when the system proves useless to you...its a proprietary format and you are unlikely going to find a converter.It's usable as it is now, but not very user friendly and seriously lacks features. Hopefully, someone can come up with a converter or a Medial player that can play this format. Can't be rocket science even if it is proprietary. Not going to happen. There are not enough users to make it worthwhile. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Labrat0116 0 Posted October 3, 2015 Not going to happen. There are not enough users to make it worthwhile.I understand that. I was typying my next question above as you replied here. What other systems can utilize my wireless camera signals ?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Boogieman 1 Posted October 3, 2015 Perhaps I should ask this question. What other wireless systems can utilize my wireless Uniden cameras ? Surely, there is something out there that can capture and use their signals. The receiver determines the format... correct ??? Likely none...the uniden type systems a locked down and proprietary....they are not meant to be integrated with other systems.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Labrat0116 0 Posted October 4, 2015 Likely none...the uniden type systems a locked down and proprietary....they are not meant to be integrated with other systems..What's the technology behind this ? What programming is inside the cameras and receiving units ??? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Labrat0116 0 Posted October 6, 2015 What's the technology behind this ? What programming is inside the cameras and receiving units ??? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
negrusti 0 Posted October 6, 2015 I took a look at the structure of SNX files and ready to write a a converter on the cheap that will output separate MP4 files, one per channel. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
negrusti 0 Posted October 6, 2015 Upon a further investigation, I can see that SNX are actually standard ASF format files with multiple video streams. Writing a converter is not even necessary, can use existing tools. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Labrat0116 0 Posted October 6, 2015 I took a look at the structure of SNX files and ready to write a a converter on the cheap that will output separate MP4 files, one per channel.Cool! Let me know how it comes out! Labrat0116 (AT) gmail.com Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Labrat0116 0 Posted October 7, 2015 Upon a further investigation, I can see that SNX are actually standard ASF format files with multiple video streams..., can use existing tools.What tools ? What would you suggest ?? I just now tried Windows Media Player....tried opening (All file types) and it did not see any files. I tried using the option (.asf files) and nothing there either. I said something about a Codec was not installed. ?? What Codec do I need ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
negrusti 0 Posted October 7, 2015 If you have single-camera SNX files, just rename them into .asf and they will play fine with VLC player. Codec is MP4, therefore Windows Media Player (being the lousiest of them all) does not play it out of the box. https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/kb/316992 If you have multi-camera SNX files, can I have a sample please? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Labrat0116 0 Posted October 7, 2015 If you have single-camera SNX files, just rename them into .asf and they will play fine with VLC player. Codec is MP4, therefore Windows Media Player (being the lousiest of them all) does not play it out of the box.https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/kb/316992 If you have multi-camera SNX files, can I have a sample please? Ok, I just renamed a .snx file to .asf and tried both the VLC player and Window Medial player. Both unsuccessful and both said something about codecs no available. ?? What are the right codecs and where can I download them. I'm currently looking for a way to upload a 16MB .snx file for you. I'll post it when I find a place to host it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Labrat0116 0 Posted October 7, 2015 (edited) Ok, I uploaded (2) files to my Google Drive. The .asf file I renamed and a .snx file. Both are 17 MB each. https://drive.google.com/file/d/0BxIk-qhp2ganbjE0RndNZkNQeW8/view?usp=sharing https://drive.google.com/file/d/0BxIk-qhp2ganZ3QzeVZiUXVkYkk/view?usp=sharing This is good file showing some cops checking out a suspicious vehicle in the alley next to our house. https://drive.google.com/file/d/0BxIk-qhp2ganak95Qlc3a3NJeDA/view?usp=sharing Edited October 7, 2015 by Guest Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
negrusti 0 Posted October 7, 2015 Received, give me some time to play with it Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
negrusti 0 Posted October 7, 2015 Your multi-camera files are of ASF container type as well, but codec is marked as SNX, let me see what I can do about it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Labrat0116 0 Posted October 7, 2015 Your multi-camera files are of ASF container type as well, but codec is marked as SNX, let me see what I can do about it.Much appreciated! Check out the other file (with the cops) I just uploaded. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
negrusti 0 Posted October 8, 2015 Here are your converted files: https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/18246184/Video1.asf https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/18246184/Video2.asf https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/18246184/Video3.asf Why the quality in the original files is so bad? Is it the highest setting? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
