Pinnacle Systems Inc. Pinnacle Video Spin AX divxdec.ax

Divxdec.ax: How to Fix, Download, and Update

Last Updated: 11/29/2024
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DivX® Decoder Filter files, such as divxdec.ax, are considered a type of Win32 DLL (Unknown) file. They are associated with the AX file extension, developed by Pinnacle Systems Inc. for DivX® Decoder Filter.

divxdec.ax was first developed on 12/23/2018 for the Windows 10 Operating System in VSDC Free Video Editor 6.3.1.939. The most recent release for Pinnacle Video Spin 1.1.2.542 launched on 05/13/2008 [version 8.0.1.2 release].

Please see below for more detailed information, AX file troubleshooting instructions, and free downloads of different versions of divxdec.ax.

File Analysis Provided by Jason Geater (Author)

File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	divxdec.ax
File Extension:	AX file extension
Description:	DivX® Decoder Filter
Object File Type:	Unknown
Comments:	DivX Video Decoder Release 0004
File Operating System:	Unknown (0)
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:

Developer and Software Information
Software Developer:	DivX, Inc.
Software Program:	DivX® Decoder Filter
Legal Copyright:	Copyright © DivX, Inc., 2001-2005

File Details
Character Set:	Unicode
Language Code:	Neutral
File Flags:	Debug
File Flags Mask:	0x0000
Entry Point:	0x4449b
Code Size:	479232

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File Info	Description
File Size:	684 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2020:01:20 12:13:07+00:00
File Type:	Win32 DLL
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
Time Stamp:	2006:10:05 22:38:37+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	6.0
Code Size:	479232
Initialized Data Size:	274432
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x4449b
OS Version:	4.0
Image Version:	0.0
Subsystem Version:	4.0
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
File Version Number:	8.0.1.2
Product Version Number:	8.0.1.2
File Flags Mask:	0x0000
File Flags:	Debug
File OS:	Unknown (0)
Object File Type:	Unknown
File Subtype:	0
Language Code:	Neutral
Character Set:	Unicode
Company Name:	DivX, Inc.
File Description:	DivX® Decoder Filter
File Version:	8.0.1.2
Internal Name:	DivXdec.ax
Legal Copyright:	Copyright © DivX, Inc., 2001-2005
Product Name:	DivX® Decoder Filter
Product Version:	8.0.1.2
Comments:	DivX Video Decoder Release 0004
Legal Trademarks:
Private Build:

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What are divxdec.ax Error Messages?

Dynamic Link Library divxdec.ax Errors

divxdec.ax is considered a type of Dynamic Link Library (DLL) file. Dynamic Link Library files, like divxdec.ax, are essentially a "guide book" that stores information and instructions for executable (EXE) files - like CCMClient.exe - to follow. These files were created so that multiple programs (eg. Pinnacle Video Spin) could share the same divxdec.ax file, saving valuable memory allocation, therefore making your computer run more efficiently.

Unfortunately, what makes DLL files so convenient and efficient, also makes them extremely vulnerable to problems. If something happens to a shared AX file, either it goes missing or gets corrupted in some way, it can generate a "runtime" error message. Runtime is pretty self-explanatory; it means that these errors are triggered when divxdec.ax is attempted to be loaded either when Pinnacle Video Spin is starting up, or in some cases already running. Some of the most common divxdec.ax errors include:

Access Violation at address - divxdec.ax.
divxdec.ax could not be found.
Cannot find C:\Program Files (x86)\Pinnacle\Shared Files\Filter\divxdec.ax.
Cannot register divxdec.ax.
Cannot start Pinnacle Video Spin. A required component is missing: divxdec.ax. Please install Pinnacle Video Spin again.
Failed to load divxdec.ax.
The application has failed to start because divxdec.ax was not found.
The file divxdec.ax is missing or corrupt.
This application failed to start because divxdec.ax was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem.

Your divxdec.ax file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with Pinnacle Video Spin), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, divxdec.ax file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Pinnacle Video Spin, system crash while loading divxdec.ax, bad sectors on your storage media (usually your primary hard drive), or quite commonly, a malware infection. Thus, it's critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.

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How to Fix divxdec.ax Errors in 3 Steps (Time to complete: ~5-15 minutes)

If you're encountering one of the error messages above, follow these troubleshooting steps to resolve your divxdec.ax issue. These troubleshooting steps are listed in the recommended order of execution.

Step 1: Restore your PC back to the latest restore point, "snapshot", or backup image before error occurred.

To begin System Restore (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

Hit the Windows Start button
When you see the search box, type "System Restore" and press "ENTER".
In the search results, find and click System Restore.
Please enter the administrator password (if applicable / prompted).
Follow the steps in the System Restore Wizard to choose a relevant restore point.
Restore your computer to that backup image.

If the Step 1 fails to resolve the divxdec.ax error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed Pinnacle Video Spin (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling Pinnacle Video Spin software.

You can uninstall Pinnacle Video Spin software by following these instructions (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

Hit the Windows Start button
In the search box, type "Uninstall" and press "ENTER".
In the search results, find and click "Add or Remove Programs"
Find the entry for Pinnacle Video Spin 1.1.2.542 and click "Uninstall"
Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Pinnacle Video Spin software.

If this Step 2 fails as well, please proceed to the Step 3 below.

Pinnacle Video Spin 1.1.2.542

Pinnacle Systems Inc.

Step 3: Perform a Windows Update.

When the first two steps haven't solved your issue, it might be a good idea to run Windows Update. Many divxdec.ax error messages that are encountered can be contributed to an outdated Windows Operating System. To run Windows Update, please follow these easy steps:

Hit the Windows Start button
In the search box, type "Update" and press "ENTER".
In the Windows Update dialog box, click "Check for Updates" (or similar button depending on your Windows version)
If updates are available for download, click "Install Updates".
After the update is completed, restart your PC.

If Windows Update failed to resolve the divxdec.ax error message, please proceed to next step. Please note that this final step is recommended for advanced PC users only.

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If Those Steps Fail: Download and Replace Your divxdec.ax File (Caution: Advanced)

If none of the previous three troubleshooting steps have resolved your issue, you can try a more aggressive approach (Note: Not recommended for amateur PC users) by downloading and replacing your appropriate divxdec.ax file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free divxdec.ax files for every applicable version of Pinnacle Video Spin. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download divxdec.ax Files".
Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
Copy this file to the appropriate Pinnacle Video Spin folder location:

Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Pinnacle\Shared Files\Filter\
Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Pinnacle\VideoSpin\Programs\
Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\
Restart your computer.

If this final step has failed and you're still encountering the error, you're only remaining option is to do a clean installation of Windows 10.

GEEK TIP : We must emphasize that reinstalling Windows will be a very time-consuming and advanced task to resolve divxdec.ax problems. To avoid data loss, you must be sure that you have backed-up all of your important documents, pictures, software installers, and other personal data before beginning the process. If you are not currently backing up your data, you need to do so immediately.

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Download divxdec.ax Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying divxdec.ax to your appropriate Windows system directory. Pinnacle Systems Inc. typically does not release Pinnacle Video Spin AX files for download because they are bundled together inside of a software installer. The installer's task is to ensure that all correct verifications have been made before installing and placing divxdec.ax and all other AX files for Pinnacle Video Spin. An incorrectly installed AX file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

Pinnacle Video Spin 1.1.2.542

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

divxdec.ax

8.0.1.2

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	DivX® Decoder Filter
Software Version:	8.0.1.2
File Version:	8.0.1.2
File Size:	700416
File Date:	01/20/2020
MD5 Checksum:	7f1083e8fb8c33773cf5d4d0d8743c60
SHA1 Checksum:	f7dd5bb8b7e049e2870298060e5e086f755aadb6
SHA256 Checksum:	f84a74dbfb704f7b4f239ca310e743c11b74dbfb7a01fef84ce66878735acd1a
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files (x86)\Pinnacle\Shared Files\F ... C:\Program Files (x86)\Pinnacle\VideoSpin\Prog ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	274432
Linker Version:	6.0
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	4.0
File Modification Date/Time:	01/20/2020

VSDC Free Video Editor 6.3.1.939

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

divxdec.ax

5.0.5.830

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	DivX (TM) Decoder Filter
Software Version:	5.0.5.830
File Version:	5.0.5.830
File Size:	221215
File Date:	10/30/2019
MD5 Checksum:	eff71e68dd8f9dc0bbd89cd83153c336
SHA1 Checksum:	913f689067dadf6fbd1e19ca924dc418bcfed33c
SHA256 Checksum:	4400841fb925fbcfc1cc4f618639f7191e08f1be67e8e621cc2d36efbfbb60d5
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	212992
Linker Version:	6.0
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	4.0
File Modification Date/Time:	10/30/2019

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