Kinds of DFF Files

Main DFF Affiliation

.DFF

File ID:	.dff
Type:	RenderWare Model File

A DFF file is a 3D model saved in the RenderWare binary stream format. RenderWare is a video game middleware developed by Criterion Software. A DFF file is used by CAD programs and games such as GTA 3. The model files are organized into various sections that describe the geometry and materials that compose the model.

Developer:	Zanoza Software
Kind:	3D Image Files
Folder:	HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.dff

Software Programs That Open The RenderWare Model File:

Zanoza ZModeler by Zanoza Software

Windows

RW Analyze by Interscape

Windows

Alternative DFF Types

.DFF

File ID:	.dff
Type:	Direct Stream Digital (DSD) Audio File

A DFF file is an audio file created and developed by both Sony and Philips for the Super Audio CD (SACD) technology. It stores the audio using a 1-bit sigma-delta modulation sampled at 2.8224 MHz and mostly utilized for storing high-quality audio for CDs and digital music downloads.

Developer:	Sony
Kind:	Audio Files

Software Programs That Open Direct Stream Digital (DSD) Audio File Files:

Foobar2000 by Piotr Pawlowski

Compatible with:

Windows

iOS

Android

Audacity by Open Source

Compatible with:

Windows

Mac

Linux

DFF To DFS Converter by HFX

Compatible with:

Windows

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DFF Troubleshooting

Common DFF Opening Problems

Zanoza ZModeler Removed

You encounter an error message such as "%%os%% Can't Open DFF Files" when trying to open your DFF. Customarily, this means that Zanoza ZModeler is not installed on %%os%%. The OS won't know what to do with your DFF file, so double-clicking to load the file doesn't work.

Tip: If you don't have Zanoza ZModeler installed, and you know of another program to open your DFF file, you can try opening it by selecting from the programs listed under "Show Apps".

Obsolete Version of Zanoza ZModeler

In other instances, your RenderWare Model File file version may not be supported by your version of Zanoza ZModeler. Download the latest Zanoza ZModeler version from the Zanoza Software website to ensure you have the correct one installed. Most of the time your RenderWare Model File file was created by a newer Zanoza ZModeler than what you have installed.

Tip: Sometimes you can get a clue about the version of DFF file you have by right clicking on the file, then clicking on "Properties" (Windows) or "Get Info" (Mac OSX).

Conclusion: The majority of DFF file opening issues are due to not having the correct Zanoza ZModeler version installed.

Other DFF File Opening Causes

Errors opening RenderWare Model File files can still occur even with the latest Zanoza ZModeler software installed on your computer. There can be other issues - unrelated to software - preventing you from opening DFF files. Additional factors include:

• DFF file type Registry entries are wrong
• Mistaken removal of the Windows registry DFF description
• Corrupt install of Zanoza ZModeler or other DFF-related program
• DFF file corruption
• The DFF is infected with a virus
• Device drivers of the hardware associated with your DFF file are corrupt or out-of-date
• Too many applications are open on your PC to load your RenderWare Model File file successfully