How to Convert DAT with Best DAT File Converter on Windows/Mac

I have a very old VCD about my parents' wedding, I copy the DAT files from the VCD to my computer and I want to watch it, but none of Video Players could play it, is there any way to convert DAT files to videos.

Actually, many programs produce files with .dat extension. One of them is VCD and SVCD video files. If you have a VCD disk contains some videos, you can find the DAT files in the MPEGAV folder, named AVSEQ01.DAT, AVSEQ02.DAT. It is the container of MPEG-1 video data, but most video players cannot read it. Therefore, we are going to share the best DAT File Converters in this post.

• Part 1. How to Convert DAT File with Free Video Converter
• Part 2. How to Convert DAT with Professional Video Converter

Part 1: How to Convert DAT File with Free Video Converter

If you are a beginner of Video Converter, we suggest you to try a free DAT File Converter. There are many Video Converters on market, but only a few is able to transcode DAT files. According to our lab testing and research, Aiseesoft Free DAT Converter is the best beginning.

First of all, it is pretty easy to use. The one-click-convert feature allows beginners to grasp it in a few minutes. Plus, it supports more than 300 video formats and you can transcode DAT videos to MP4, FLV, MKV, WMV, AVI , etc. If you want to view the result on mobile devices, this DAT file converter supports suitable video formats for smartphones, console and more. Moreover, it offers basic video editing tools and helps you clip, crop, rotate, and flip output videos.

How to convert DAT videos with best free DAT files converter

Step 1Import DAT videos into free DAT file converter

The best free DAT file converter has two versions, one for Windows and the other one for Mac. Download and install the right one on your computer based your operating system. Put your VCD or SVCD into your optical drive. Open the converter when you want to convert DAT videos, click on the Add Files button and import DAT files.

Step 2Choose the output format

Locate to the bottom area on the home interface, unfold the dropdown menu next to "Output Format" and select a commonly used format, such as MP4. If you want to play it on your mobile phone, select the target device. Then click "Open Folder" button and select a proper destination. To combine the DAT files together after convert, check the box of "Merge into one file".

Step 3Convert DAT with free DAT file converter

Once click on the "Convert" button at bottom right corner, the free DAT file converter will work automatically. It shows you the process of DAT convert and you can stop it at any time. When it is done, you can view DAT videos in your video players.

Part 2: How to Convert DAT with Professional Video Converter

If you are looking for a professional DAT file converter, Aiseesoft Video Converter Ultimate is the best option. Its main features include:

• 1. Easy to use. This professional DAT file converter is able to save DAT files to standard video formats in a single click. Then you can edit and watch your video as your wish.
• 2. Support a wider range of output formats. You can convert your DAT files to commonly used video formats, like MP4, MOV, MKV, AVI, and 1080P HD/4K formats.
• 3. Provide various video editing tools. After convert, you can crop, rotate, flip, combine and enhance your videos within the same DAT file converter.
• 4. Offer various video effects. If you want to create personalized video with the DAT file, the video effect function could meet your demand.
• 5. Lossless convert. The best DAT file converter uses advanced technology to convert and edit DAT videos without quality loss.
• 6. Preview result. Users are allowed to view the DAT videos at any time with the built-in video player.
• 7. Higher compatibility. It is compatible with Windows 10/8/8.1/7/XP and Mac OS.

How to convert DAT with professional DAT file converter

Step 1Add DAT into the professional DAT file converter

Launch the best DAT file converter after installed it on your computer. Click on "Load Disc" button to import the DAT files from your VCD. If you have downloaded DAT files to your computer, drag and drop them to the library area.

Step 2 Preparation for DAT conversion

Select all DAT files that you want to convert, click on the "Settings" button at bottom area. Then select a proper output format in "Profile" dropdown list and choose a destination. The Settings window offers a wider range of custom options, like video quality and audio quality. You can set them as you wish. When it is done, go back to home interface.

Step 3 Edit DAT videos with DAT converter

The professional DAT file converter offers a variety of video editing tools. For example, if you want to optimize outputs, go to the "Enhance" tab from top of the home interface. Here contains four modes to optimize videos, "Upscale resolution", "Optimize brightness and contrast", "Remove video noise", and "Reduce video shaking". You can try each one until get the satisfied result. Besides video enhance, you can find more tools in built-in Video Editor.

Step 4 Transcode DAT files in one click

After that you can click on the "Convert" button on home window of DAT file converter to start the process. All you need to do is to wait DAT file convert process to complete.

Conclusion

Based on the tutorial above, you might understand how to convert DAT videos with the best DAT file converters. First of all, if you just want to convert several DAT videos, Aiseesoft Free DAT Converter is the best option. The biggest advantage is to convert DAT to standard videos without damaging quality. And it is easy to use, so suitable to beginners. On the other hand, for advanced users, we recommended Aiseesoft Video Converter Ultimate. It offers more tools and affordable price. We wish that our suggestions and guides are helpful to you.