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MOD to DAT - Online Video Converter
Convert MOD to DAT online. Private, client-side - no uploadrequired. Batch conversion, quality presets, codec control.
Convert MOD to DAT
Drop MOD video here or click to select
MOD
DAT (MPEG-2 / MP2)
About MOD to DAT
Convert MOD to DAT. MOD names both JVC's MPEG-2 camcorder files and tracker music modules. DAT is the Video-CD sector dump wrapping MPEG-1 streams. Rip sector headers first; raw sector dumps may fail to open..
Why convert MOD to DAT?
- Smaller files with DAT lossy compression.
- Keep animation and transparency where supported.
- Private, no upload - runs in your browser.
MOD vs DAT
| Animation | Yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|
| Transparency | No | No |
| Compression | lossy | lossy |
| Typical use | MOD names both JVC's MPEG-2 camcorder files and tracker music modules. | DAT is the Video-CD sector dump wrapping MPEG-1 streams. |
When not to convert MOD to DAT
- Skip DAT for archival masters: lossy compression discards detail, so keep the MOD original.
- Keep a master copy: repeated exports stack small losses, so archive MOD before batch DAT shares.
Limits
Starting point: MOD - MOD names both JVC's MPEG-2 camcorder files and tracker music modules. Camcorder files convert as video; tracker modules convert as audio. Rip sector headers first; raw sector dumps may fail to open. Encode DAT (MPEG-2 / MP2) from MOD 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 MOD to DAT?
Drop your MOD 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.