Convert ARV to PSP

Understanding ARV and PSP file formats

ARV files are associated with EverFocus digital video recorders (DVRs) and typically contain proprietary video surveillance footage. These files are not standard video formats and often require special software to view or convert.

PSP files refer to PaintShop Pro image files, used by Corel PaintShop Pro for storing layered raster and vector images. PSP files are popular among graphic designers for their support of advanced editing features.

Why convert ARV to PSP?

Converting ARV surveillance footage to a PSP image file is uncommon, but may be necessary if you want to extract a still frame from a video and edit it in PaintShop Pro. This process involves two steps: extracting an image from the ARV video, then saving it as a PSP file.

How to convert ARV to PSP

1. Extract a frame from the ARV file:
   Use the EverFocus video player or a compatible DVR player to open the ARV file. Pause at the desired frame and use the Snapshot or Export Frame feature to save the image, usually as a JPEG or BMP.
2. Convert the image to PSP format:
   Open the extracted image in Corel PaintShop Pro. Then go to File → Save As and select PSPIMAGE as the file type. Save the file to complete the conversion.

Best software for ARV to PSP conversion

• EverFocus Player: For opening and extracting frames from ARV files.
• Corel PaintShop Pro: For converting standard image formats (JPEG, BMP) to PSP files.

There are no direct ARV-to-PSP converters, so this two-step process is the most reliable method.

Tips for successful conversion

• Ensure you have the correct EverFocus player for your ARV file version.
• Extract frames at the highest possible resolution for best editing results in PaintShop Pro.
• After importing into PaintShop Pro, you can enhance or edit the image before saving as PSP.