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Hi People,

I burn a lot of DVD's and usually watch them on my DVD player.
However, I have recently tried watching them on my computer using WMP. Unfortunately with NO sound.

Help is greatly appreciated.

PS - Checked all sound/volume settings. OK

Sincerely

Mighty Mart

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Short summary and why ’s suggestion fixed it for : Windows Media Player uses system-installed DirectShow decoders to handle DVD audio. Many commercial DVDs use Dolby Digital (AC‑3) or DTS; if those decoders are missing or not registered, WMP shows video but produces no sound. Installing the correct decoders therefore resolves the problem. (learn.microsoft.com)

How to confirm quickly: try the same disc in VLC (it bundles its own decoders). If VLC plays audio, the disc and drive are fine and the issue is WMP lacking a decoder. If you want WMP to keep working, install a modern DirectShow decoder set (for example LAV Filters) rather than random bundles; that registers decoders WMP can use. Using VLC is the fastest test and often the simplest long‑term solution. (mailman.videolan.org)

Step‑by‑step troubleshooting to apply before or after installing decoders:

  1. Check the DVD’s audio track/menu (different language/tracks can be silent).
  2. Verify Windows’ default playback device and speaker jack, and raise volume/mute checks.
  3. In Control Panel → Sound → Playback → device → Properties → Advanced, try a different sample rate and uncheck Exclusive Mode if set.
  4. In WMP: Tools → Options → Devices → DVD → Properties, check playback settings (digital vs. decoded).
  5. Re-test with VLC to confirm the disc’s audio exists. (support.microsoft.com)

Recommendations and cautions: prefer trusted decoders (LAV Filters) or a maintained player like VLC. Avoid unknown “codec packs” that bundle adware. Keep audio drivers up to date, and if using S/PDIF/receiver check passthrough vs. decoded output on both PC and receiver. On very recent Windows versions AC‑3 support may be optional and require extra components or vendor codecs—so test with VLC first before broad changes. (github.com)

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Hi People,

I burn a lot of DVD's and usually watch them on my DVD player.
However, I have recently tried watching them on my computer using WMP. Unfortunately with NO sound.

Help is greatly appreciated.

PS - Checked all sound/volume settings. OK

Sincerely

Mighty Mart

hi! what about the codecs?

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Where are they and what do I adjust?

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hi MightyMart! So you don't have sound because may be you don't have the codecs, so i advice you to download them for example K-lite codec pack. here's the link:

http://www.codecguide.com/download_kl.htm

when you will pass through installation process, you will be offered to choose what codecs to install, choose all:)

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Thanks,

Got em. WMP now works.

:):)
MM

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good for you! you are welcome!

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