MediaCoder is a free universal batch media transcoder, which nicely integrates most popular audio/video codecs and tools into an all-in-one solution. With a flexible and extendable architecture, new codecs and tools are added in constantly as well as support for new devices.
Some of its core features are as follows:
Convert to and from many audio and video compression formats and re-multiplex into various container formats in batches
Full control over transcoding parameters, you can learn about audio/video encoding and play with various codecs
Strong decoding capability for partial or corrupted content.
Simplified UI for popular mobile devices (e.g. PSP, iPhone/iPod)
Fully standalone, no dependance on system codecs/splitters
Extension (scripting language) infrastructure to expand user interfaces and improve user experience


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