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3G2 to DAT - Online Video Converter
Convert 3G2 to DAT online. Private, client-side - no uploadrequired. Batch conversion, quality presets, codec control.
Convert 3G2 to DAT
Drop 3G2 video here or click to select
3G2
DAT (MPEG-2 / MP2)
About 3G2 to DAT
Convert 3G2 to DAT. 3G2 is the 3GPP2 phone container used on CDMA-era handsets. DAT is the Video-CD sector dump wrapping MPEG-1 streams. Rip sector headers first; raw sector dumps may fail to open..
Why convert 3G2 to DAT?
- Smaller files with DAT lossy compression.
- Keep animation and transparency where supported.
- Private, no upload - runs in your browser.
3G2 vs DAT
| Animation | Yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|
| Transparency | No | No |
| Compression | lossy | lossy |
| Typical use | 3G2 is the 3GPP2 phone container used on CDMA-era handsets. | DAT is the Video-CD sector dump wrapping MPEG-1 streams. |
When not to convert 3G2 to DAT
- Skip DAT for archival masters: lossy compression discards detail, so keep the 3G2 original.
- Keep a master copy: repeated exports stack small losses, so archive 3G2 before batch DAT shares.
Limits
Starting point: 3G2 - 3G2 is the 3GPP2 phone container used on CDMA-era handsets. EVRC audio tracks may need resampling for modern players. Rip sector headers first; raw sector dumps may fail to open. Encode DAT (MPEG-2 / MP2) from 3G2 at a bitrate near the source, and confirm the audio track before converting.
How conversion works
Conversion runs entirely in your browser with FFmpeg WASM. Files never leave your device.
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FAQ
How do I convert 3G2 to DAT?
Drop your 3G2 file onto this page, choose quality and codec settings, then click Convert. The result downloads as DAT instantly. All processing runs in your browser.
What codec is used for DAT?
The default codec for DAT is MPEG-2 / MP2. You can change the video and audio codec in Advanced mode.
How do you store my files?
We do not store any processed videos. All conversion happens entirely in your browser using FFmpeg WASM.