SteamFab 6.1.6.9 Still Re-Encoding 720p To 1080p

giQz

With StreamFab, I have been downloading in both 720p and 1080p modes. Using StreamFab 6.1.6.8, I noticed that the 1080p downloads seemingly worked fine, but the 720p videos were re-encoded to 1080p. The release notes for StreamFab 6.1.6.9 did not mention fixing this, but I went ahead and installed the update anyway. The re-encoding still happens for 720p videos, so until the next update, I continue to hope. Thanks. :)

giQz

BTW, just to add, I noticed the re-encoding from 720p to 1080 since StreamFab 6.1.6.7, for others it may even be earlier. :D

Germania

but the 720p videos were re-encoded to 1080p
.. I noticed the re-encoding from 720p to 1080 since StreamFab 6.1.6.7
giQz

That wasn't the case for me in three out of three cases (with 6169).
And with 6168 that also never happened to me either.
I used 720p by default for Amazon.

Can you add a StreamFab.log in which it behaved like this.

Kattanders

Did they change the reencoding in the new test version 6.1.6.9 Test?
Just downloaded H268 HD 3.16 GB (3.81 download size) 4189kbps. It was re-encoded to H246 and a file size of 3.88GB and av. Bitrate is over 5300kbps and 1080p as the source file.
In the past the file size seemed much smaller and much lower bit rate.

Germania

Did they change the reencoding in the new test version 6.1.6.9 Test?
Kattanders

I can't see any difference in UI or Log.
I will try later an with 6168 re-encoded movie, to compare bitrate.

Re-Encoded can be lower or higher in Bitrate - it depends from source, that's normal.

Kattanders

I will try later an with 6168 re-encoded movie, to compare bitrate.
Germania

You don't need to. I tried with something else, and the outcome in size is exactly the same between 6.1.6.9 and 6.1.6.9Test.
I guess I was comparing the recent download where I explicitly chose H264 max. bit rate to the same movie I probably had choosen H265 and such came in lower bitrate and possibly because of this resulted in a much lower file size. Don't know if SF possibly takes the source bit rate for re-encode or what their settings are.

just tried this theory. Screenshot shows the output. 1st line I chose H265 max. bitrate, 2nd line I chose H264 max. bitrate as source

resulting bit rate just about 2000kbps when choosing H265. Both re-encoded files are H264

wyhtmgm

I can't see any difference in UI or Log.
I will try later an with 6168 re-encoded movie, to compare bitrate.

Re-Encoded can be lower or higher in Bitrate - it depends from source, that's normal.
Germania

If I recall correctly,,Wilson once said he'd ask the developers to look into complaints that re-encoded titles "stuttered". I think you said this happens for titles longer than 40 minutes. I doubt that's been fixed, or it would be mentioned in the change log, but it might be something to watch for since you're comparing.

Kattanders

If I recall correctly,,Wilson once said he'd ask the developers to look into complaints that re-encoded titles "stuttered". I think you said this happens for titles longer than 40 minutes. I doubt that's been fixed, or it would be mentioned in the change log, but it might be something to watch for since you're comparing.
wyhtmgm

I think that had to do with HDCP compatibility and some dual-monitor which was connected. Don't think it was a bug

Germania

I think that had to do with HDCP compatibility and some dual-monitor which was connected
Kattanders

With Dual-Monitor I can't download any Amazon movie with re-encoding - here

Cherokee

Is there a trick to get 6.1.6.9 to actually work on Amazon? Everything I have tried to record downloads the movie and then fails on the last bit of processing. Dark Harvest, Marlowe, Dead Snow 2: Red vs Dead for example.

Germania

Is there a trick to get 6.1.6.9 to actually work on Amazon? Everything I have tried to record downloads the movie and then fails on the last bit of processing. Dark Harvest, Marlowe, Dead Snow 2: Red vs Dead for example.
Cherokee

Dead Snow 2 is not available at Amazon.de (without HoH Channel)

Dark Harvest (Die Dunkle Saat) + Marlowe
works for me without re-encoding or "trick"

What is your selection?
For more infos StreamFab.log needed

giQz

That wasn't the case for me in three out of three cases (with 6169).
And with 6168 that also never happened to me either.
I used 720p by default for Amazon.

Can you add a StreamFab.log in which it behaved like this.
Germania

I noticed in one of your posts, on Auber Kontrolle, Die Dunkle Saat, Marlowe, the correct bitrate was displayed at 720p. I was downloading from Amazon US and it showed right after the analysis at 1080p although StreamFab VIP Services was set to 720p in both General and Amazon settings, plus CBR and AAC. After remuxing, I get the message saying that the videos were re-encoded to a higher quality at 1080p. Thanks.

Cherokee

Dead Snow 2 is not available at Amazon.de (without HoH Channel)

Dark Harvest (Die Dunkle Saat) + Marlowe
works for me without re-encoding or "trick"

What is your selection?
For more infos StreamFab.log needed
Germania

Just using what the defaults are. I have tried a few other lower settings with no luck also.
Any reason this web site logs me out after 30 seconds so I have to keep logging back in?

Germania

I retried Marlowe with max bitrate, EAC3 5.1 in english and remux subs in file and it worked as well

> Any reason this web site logs me out after 30 seconds so I have to keep logging back in?

This could be the cause of your problem..
.. I've never had it with my SF use on Amazon
(not even with Freevee in UK/US via VPN)

Any [Critical] in StreamFab.log ?

giQz

Hi, Germania. Yes, I have 5 [Critical] entries in the StreamFab.log which I sent you in a private message, plus the download report. Thanks for your help. :)

Germania

Currently I think it has to do with CVBR vs CBR like here

You've selected CBR ?
If yes try it again with CVBR

Unfortunately, both titles you are using in log are not available at Prime in Germany

giQz

Yes, I use CBR. I will try CVBR instead and will let you know. Thanks.

Cherokee

I retried Marlowe with max bitrate, EAC3 5.1 in english and remux subs in file and it worked as well

> Any reason this web site logs me out after 30 seconds so I have to keep logging back in?

This could be the cause of your problem..
.. I've never had it with my SF use on Amazon
(not even with Freevee in UK/US via VPN)

Any [Critical] in StreamFab.log ?
Germania

No. THIS website (DvdFAB) logs me out after 30 seconds so I have to log back in at least twice to post ONE message.

Germania

No. THIS website (DvdFAB) logs me out after 30 seconds so I have to log back in at least twice to post ONE message.
Cherokee

Now I understand that you meant the forum.
This only happens to me when I'm connected via CloudFlare (Warp).
This actually has nothing to do with this thread.

Why are you quoting me?
I've no more info for you, because there is no StreamFab.log from you

Chameleon

This program logs me out of Netflix every time I download a movie. This is unacceptable, I was just about to accept this re-encoding bullshit and the 15 damn minutes it takes to download a movie, but having to log out and log in again, is the most annoying thing they have pushed upon me yet. I am done with this, Ill chalk it up to being stupid and spending my money on a program with inept developers.