Packaging Tools

The ExpressPlay Packaging Tools is a set of free tools recommended by ExpressPlay which allow for content to be formatted and encrypted to use with ExpressPlay-enabled devices. The tools use a straight forward command-line interface for all three major operating systems and can be easily integrated into existing workflows.

ExpressPlay Packaging Guide

We’ve provided a summary of the command line tools and options, however it’s strongly recommended for you to visit the Tutorials section to first familiarize yourself with these tools within an entire workflow.

ExpressPlay Packaging Guide

Download the Packaging Tools

Install for OS X

The following are download links to the current version of the ExpressPlay Packaging Tools for Mac OS X.

Bento4 Tools for DASH, Smooth and MP4
Apple HLS Tools for HLS
ExpressPlay TS Tools for BBTS (Marlin-specific format)

Install for Windows

The following are download links to the current version of the ExpressPlay Packaging Tools for Windows.

Bento4 Tools for DASH, Smooth and MP4
Apple HLS Tools are not available for Windows
ExpressPlay TS Tools for BBTS (Marlin-specific format)

Install for Linux

The following are download links to the current version of the ExpressPlay Packaging Tools for Linux.

Bento4 Tools for DASH, Smooth and MP4
Apple HLS Tools are not available for Linux
ExpressPlay TS Tools for BBTS (Marlin-specific format)