REC File Documentation

Overview

Feature Value
File Format REC (Topfield PVR Recording)
Primary Use Digital Video Recording
File Extension .rec
MIME Type application/octet-stream
Developer Topfield Co., Ltd.
Compression Typically MPEG-2 or MPEG-4
Video Codec Support MPEG-2, MPEG-4 (Part 2), and H.264
Audio Codec Support MP2, MP3, AAC, and AC3
Maximum Resolution Up to 1080i
DRM Support Varies by device and firmware
Encryption Possible, device-specific
Metadata Support Limited (e.g., date, time, channel)
Multi-track Audio Supported
Subtitles Embedded or Separate Files
Editability Primarily through specialized software
Streaming Capable No
Playback Devices Topfield PVRs, PCs (with specific software)
File Size Varies with bitrate and length of recording
Aspect Ratio 4:3, 16:9, adjustable
Time-shifting Functionality Supported on Topfield devices
Interactive Features Dependent on broadcast
Update/Upgrade Path Dependent on Topfield device firmware updates