Opening a NUV File

The NUV file type is primarily associated with MythTV.

NUV	File extension: NUV
	File type:	NuppelVideo Video File

What is a NUV file?

NUV files mostly belong to MythTV. MythTV is a GPL-licensed suite of programs that allow you to build the mythical home media convergence box on your own using Open Source software and operating systems.

How to open a NUV file

You need a suitable software like MythTV to open a NUV file. You need a suitable software like MythTV to open a NUV file. Without proper software you will receive a Windows message "How do you want to open this file?" or "Windows cannot open this file" or a similar Mac/iPhone/Android alert. If you cannot open your NUV file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a NUV file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.

Online NUV File Viewer

Choose your .nuv file to play

or drag and drop it here

Online File Viewer

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Easily convert NUV files to MP4, MP3, MKV, AVI, ...

If you want to convert or edit a NUV file, you can use our free Online NUV File Converter (powered by Convert.Guru):

Just click the "Choose your .nuv file to play" button on this page.
After your file is opened in browser,
click "Save as..." in the menu.
Then click the video format (e.g. MP4, MKV, AVI, ...) you want.
Download the converted file.

Unable to Open a .NUV File? Quick Solutions:

NUV files can originate from different programs and aren't universally openable.

Identify the Source: If it is a recorded TV show from a Linux-based DVR, it is likely a NuppelVideo file. If it comes from an older video game, it may be a proprietary media format.
Check the Header: Open the file in a hex editor to inspect the first few bytes:
- Seeing "NuppelVideo" or "MythTV" confirms it is a MythTV video recording.
- Seeing "RIFF" suggests a standard video container.
- Random binary data indicates a compressed or compiled media file.
Use the Original Software: To play these files, you typically need MythTV, VLC media player, or MPlayer; if unsure, ask the sender.
Use this Webpage: Drag and drop your file here to detect its format, extract metadata, and preview contents.

Technical Data for NUV File Extension

File classification:

Video

Identifier:

Hex: 4D 79 74 68 54 56 56 69 64 65 6F 00, ASCII: MythTVVideo (provided by TrID database)

Related files:

vid, nfv, rec

a nuv NuppelVideo Video File is a special file format and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with NUV files

Associate the NUV file extension with the correct application.
Update your software that should actually open nuppelvideo video files. Because only the current version supports the latest NUV file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the manufacturer website after an available MythTV update.
To make sure that your NUV file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
Click here to open your .NUV file online - secure, fast, and no downloads needed.