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# ISM Downloader
A Python-based tool for downloading and reconstructing media from **Microsoft Smooth Streaming (ISM)** manifests. The project parses the manifest, retrieves media fragments, and rebuilds a valid **MP4 file** with proper **PIFF headers** and DRM-related metadata.
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## Features
* Parses **Smooth Streaming (ISM)** manifests
* Downloads and reconstructs **video and audio tracks**
* Generates valid **MP4/PIFF initialization segments**
* Supports **DRM metadata (PlayReady / Widevine PSSH)**
* Automatic bitrate probing for better track selection
* Interactive track selection
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## Requirements
* Python 3.9+
* `requests`
* `inquirer` (optional, for interactive menu)
Installation:
```bash
pip install requests inquirer
```
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## Usage
```bash
python ism_downloader.py
```
Then provide the manifest URL when prompted.
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## Notes
This project was developed primarily as a personal initiative to better understand **Smooth Streaming (ISM)** and MP4 structure.
Some features were added to expand the scope of the project beyond its initial purpose.
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## Issues and Support
If you encounter any issues, please open an issue in the repository.
Support and maintenance will be provided as time permits.
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## Acknowledgements
Thank you for your interest in this project.