Tyler Wynn
Adobe Director is a software application that allows users to create and publish interactive multimedia content. It supports various formats, including audio, video, and graphics. When it comes to exporting sound from Adobe Director, there are a few methods available. One approach is to use a tool like ProjectorRays to convert protected .dcr files into editable .dir files, which can then be opened in an application such as Macromedia Director. From there, you can utilise CastRipperTool to export the sounds. Alternatively, you can use the xxd tool to extract the relevant audio sections from the .dcr files. Another option is to use Adobe Animate (formerly Flash Professional CC) to select compression options and export sounds with those settings. Adobe Animate also allows you to export sounds with mp3 compression, which is suitable for longer stream sounds like music soundtracks. Experimenting with different compression settings and sampling rates will help you find the optimal balance between sound quality and file size for your exported audio.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Adobe software that supports sound export | Adobe Animate, Adobe Audition, Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe Media Encoder, Adobe Presenter |
| Adobe Animate compression options | Default, ADPCM, mp3, Raw, Speech |
| Adobe Animate export settings | Global compression settings, Sound Properties dialog box, Override Sound Settings |
| Adobe Presenter export formats | MP3 |
| Adobe Premiere Pro/Media Encoder export settings | H.264, YouTube format (e.g. 1080p HD) |
| Adobe Premiere Pro/Media Encoder file formats | Temporary video file, temporary audio file, MP4 |
| Adobe Audition alternatives | Audacity, AVS suite of tools |
| Adobe Director file formats | .dcr, .dir, .exe, .app |
| Adobe Director conversion tools | ProjectorRays, CastRipperTool, ocenaudio wave editor, xxd tool |
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What You'll Learn
Convert .dcr to .dir using ProjectorRays
Adobe Director, formerly known as Macromedia Director, was released in 1987 and quickly became the world's leading multimedia platform. Beginning in 1995, Director movies could be published as DCR files and played on the web with the Shockwave plugin. Over the years, the platform was used for countless CD-ROM and web games, before being fully discontinued in 2019.
ProjectorRays is a decompiler for Adobe Shockwave and Adobe Director. It can take a published game, reconstruct its Lingo source code, and generate editable project files to aid preservation efforts. If you have a DCR (published Shockwave movie) or DXR (protected Director movie), ProjectorRays can generate a DIR (editable Director movie).
To convert a .dcr file to a .dir file using ProjectorRays, run ./projectorrays decompile <input path>. The input can be either a movie/cast file or a directory containing multiple of them. ProjectorRays will then create an unprotected/decompressed version of the input file(s) with the source code restored. The outputted file(s) can then be opened in Director.
For example, to edit the Habbo Shockwave client files, use Projector Rays to decompile all of the cct files along with habbo.dcr. After that, open habbo.dir in Director MX 2004, and it will ask for empty.cct. Point it to empty.cct in your client files, proceed to make your edits to a script, and then save your changes to habbo.dir.
ProjectorRays can also be used to save all the individual chunks that comprise each file. Once you’ve converted the .dcr to .dir, you can open the file in Macromedia Director 2004 and use CastRipperTool to export sounds and graphics. However, this is a very manual process and the whole setup is prone to crashing.
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Use CastRipperTool to export sounds
To export sounds using CastRipperTool, you must first convert a protected .dcr file into an editable .dir file using ProjectorRays. This tool allows you to save all the individual chunks that comprise each file, including graphics, sound, and more. Once the conversion is complete, you can open the .dir file in Macromedia Director 2004.
After opening the file, you can use CastRipperTool to export sounds. However, it is important to note that this process is very manual and prone to crashing. Additionally, it may not support older Director movies.
For a quicker and more comprehensive solution, consider using a shell script to batch process all the audio. This method captures everything and is faster than using CastRipperTool. It involves dumping your chunks using ProjectorRays and then calling the script with specific parameters.
Another option is to use n0samu's DirectorCastRipper, which has simplified the process of handling different Shockwave formats. However, if you are working with a *.EXE file, you will need to use a Python script to extract the embedded .DIR and .CST files before proceeding with the standard process.
Overall, while CastRipperTool can be used to export sounds, there are alternative methods available that may offer improved functionality and efficiency.
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Experiment with sound quality and file size
Experimenting with sound quality and file size in Adobe Director is a crucial part of the audio editing process. The sampling rate and degree of compression significantly impact the exported sound file's quality and size. Here are some detailed instructions and tips to help you find the optimal balance:
Sampling Rate and Compression:
- Sampling Rate: Refers to the number of samples of the audio signal captured per second. The higher the sampling rate, the higher the sound quality, but also the larger the file size. You can experiment with different sampling rates to find the best balance for your needs.
- Compression: Compression reduces the file size by encoding the audio data more efficiently. However, excessive compression can degrade sound quality. Adobe offers various compression options, including ADPCM (for 8- or 16-bit sound data) and Raw (no compression). You can also use the Speech compression option, specifically designed for speech audio, but it is not supported in Flash Lite 1.0 and 1.1.
File Formats:
- MP3: MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer III) is a popular lossy format that works on most devices. It reduces file size by removing some sound data, but most of the lost sound is inaudible to the human ear. MP3 is a good choice when file size is a concern, and you want compatibility across devices.
- WAV: WAV (Waveform Audio File) is a lossless format that retains all the original audio data, resulting in higher sound quality. It is larger in size compared to MP3 but is preferred by audio professionals and sound engineers as it offers a greater dynamic range and bit depth.
- DSD (Direct Stream Digital): DSD is an uncompressed, high-resolution audio format with a much higher sampling rate than regular audio CDs. It provides exceptional sound quality but results in very large file sizes. DSD is for those with top-of-the-line audio systems who demand the very best audio fidelity.
Additional Tips:
- When working with imported MP3 files, you can export them using the same settings, maintaining consistency.
- When exporting QuickTime movies, you can use as many sounds and channels as you want without worrying about file size. QuickTime combines all sounds into a single soundtrack, keeping the final file size manageable.
- In Windows, you can export all sounds from a document as a WAV file using "File > Export > Export Movie".
- You can create two versions of your audio file: a larger, high-fidelity version for local use and a smaller, low-fidelity version for web use.
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Select compression options for individual sounds
In Adobe Animate, you can select compression options for individual event sounds and export the sounds with those settings. You can also select compression options for individual stream sounds. However, all stream sounds in a document are exported as a single stream file, using the highest setting of all those applied to individual stream sounds. This includes stream sounds in video objects.
If you select global compression settings for event sounds or stream sounds in the Publish Settings dialog box, these settings are applied to individual event sounds or all stream sounds if you do not select compression settings for the sounds in the Sound Properties dialog box.
You can also override export settings specified in the Sound Properties dialog box by selecting Override Sound Settings in the Publish Settings dialog box.
The sampling rate and degree of compression make a significant difference in the quality and size of sounds in exported SWF files. The more you compress a sound and the lower the sampling rate, the smaller the size and the lower the quality. You should experiment to find the optimal balance between sound quality and file size.
For Compression, select Default, ADPCM, mp3, Raw, or Speech. The Default compression option uses the global compression settings in the Publish Settings dialog box when you export your SWF file. If you select Default, no additional export settings are available. Set export settings. Click Test to play the sound once. Click Stop if you want to stop testing the sound before it finishes playing. Adjust export settings if necessary until the desired sound quality is achieved, and then click OK.
ADPCM compression sets compression for 8- or 16-bit sound data. Use the ADPCM setting when you export short event sounds such as button clicks. Raw compression exports sounds with no sound compression.
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Export sounds with mp3 compression
When exporting sounds with mp3 compression, it is important to consider the intended use of the audio file. MP3 is the standard compressed audio format for online distribution and is ideal for streaming and downloading due to its relatively small file size. However, it is important to note that compressing an audio file will result in some loss of sound quality. The degree of compression and sampling rate will significantly impact the quality and size of the exported file.
To export sounds with mp3 compression in Adobe Audition, you can follow these steps:
- Open the “Save As” or “Export” dialog box.
- Click “Change” to the right of “Format Settings” to access the compression options.
- Select “mp3” as the compression format. For longer stream sounds, such as music soundtracks, mp3 compression is recommended.
- Adjust the bitrate settings. A higher bitrate will result in better sound quality but a larger file size. For music, it is recommended to set the bitrate to 16 Kbps or higher.
- Specify the desired bit depth. A higher bit depth will produce higher-quality sound but will also increase the file size and processing time.
- Review the “Estimated File Size” at the bottom of the dialog box to see the impact of your chosen settings.
- Once you are satisfied with the settings, click “Save” or “Export” to save your audio file in the mp3 format.
It is important to note that you should avoid compressing the same audio to mp3 more than once, as this can degrade the sound quality further. Additionally, when working with imported mp3 files, you have the option to export the files with the same settings they had when imported.
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Frequently asked questions
You can use Adobe Audition, Audacity, or the AVS suite of tools to export audio from Adobe Presenter to MP3.
Select H.264 and the desired YouTube format in the export settings. The default export includes both audio and video.
You can select compression options for individual event sounds and stream sounds, and then export the sounds with those settings.
You can use ProjectorRays to convert a protected .dcr file into an editable .dir file, which can then be opened in Macromedia Director 2004. From there, you can use CastRipperTool to export sounds.
Adobe Flash is now known as Adobe Animate. You can refer to the answer to "How do I export sound from Adobe Animate?" for instructions.
