What is the difference between MPEG4 and MPEG2?

27th January 2011

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MPEG4 is basically a newer/better version of MPEG2. It allows better video signal compression and thus offers clear audio/video.

Can my MPEG4-compatible receiver decode MPEG2 channels?

Yes. MPEG4 technology is backward-compatible. MPEG4 receivers should be able to handle MPEG2 channels/content easily.

However, MPEG2-only receivers cannot decode MPEG4 channels.

Can I upgrade my MPEG2 receiver’s firmware so it can handle MPEG4 channels?

No you can’t. You need an MPEG4-capable hardware.

Strong SRT 4669x is a popular MPEG4-capable satellite receiver.

Oluniyi D. Ajao is an Internet Entrepreneur and Tech Enthusiast. Follow him on X (fka Twitter) @niyyie for more tech updates.

Comments

emmanuel chomba
23rd June 2013
1.fta are channels that are not encrypted
which u dont have to pay to watch
2.if u moved to a new location try centallising
your dish using a signal finder if not working
theen get abigger dish
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Gold michael
15th April 2011
how can i get hella 39 degree east and what type of dish to track it
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What is the difference between MPEG4 and MPEG2?