3G2 to CVS Converter

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Any Device Works

Use the converter on Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, or Android. It runs in any modern browser regardless of your operating system or device.

Simple Workflow

Three steps — upload, choose format, download. No technical knowledge needed. The clean interface makes conversion straightforward for everyone.

Soundtrack Capture

Grab the audio layer from 3G2 recordings and store it as CVS. Perfect for isolating music, dialogue, or ambient sound from video footage.

How to convert 3G2 to CVS

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Select files from Computer, Google Drive, Dropbox, URL or by dragging it on the page.

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Choose cvs or any other format you need as a result (more than 200 formats supported)

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Let the file convert and you can download your cvs file right afterwards

About formats

3G2 (3GPP2 file format) is a multimedia container developed by the 3rd Generation Partnership Project 2 for use on CDMA2000 mobile networks. Built on the ISO base media file format (MPEG-4 Part 12), it stores video encoded with H.263 or MPEG-4 Visual alongside audio in AMR, EVRC, or AAC codecs. The specification was first published in December 2003 to provide a standardized way for CDMA-based phones and networks to handle multimedia messaging and video playback. 3G2 files are engineered for extremely low-bandwidth conditions, achieving playable video quality at bit rates as low as 30-60 kbps. This makes the format especially efficient for mobile video capture on devices with limited processing power and storage. The container supports multiple tracks, timed text for subtitles, and embedded metadata. One significant benefit is near-universal compatibility with CDMA handsets from the mid-2000s era, ensuring reliable playback across a wide range of mobile devices. Though newer formats like MP4 have superseded 3G2 for most purposes, it remains useful for working with legacy mobile content and for situations where minimal file size is the primary concern.
Initial release: December 2003
CVS is a telephony audio encoding based on Continuously Variable Slope Delta modulation, representing voice through a 1-bit delta scheme where step size adapts to track input amplitude. Developed within CCITT (now ITU-T) standards during the 1970s, CVS encodes by comparing each sample to the previous one and outputting a single bit — up or down — with slope magnitude adjusting based on recent bit patterns. This yields extremely low bit rates, typically 16 kbps at 8 kHz sampling, efficient for narrowband voice over constrained channels. CVS files store signed delta-encoded data and are commonly processed using tools like SoX. A significant advantage is bandwidth economy: the 1-bit-per-sample approach demands minimal transmission capacity, essential for military radio links and early digital telephone infrastructure. The adaptive slope mechanism also prevents overload distortion on rapidly changing signals while keeping granular noise acceptable during quiet passages. Though modern wideband codecs have superseded CVS, it retains historical importance and niche utility in legacy telephony and embedded communication devices.
Developer: CCITT / ITU-T
Initial release: 1970

Frequently Asked Questions

Why should I convert 3G2 to CVS?

Certain tools and workflows require CVS specifically. Converting 3G2 to CVS provides the exact format needed for your specialized audio processing pipeline.

How can I open CVS files?

CVS is supported by SoX and telephony applications using CVSD modulation.

Is the conversion private and secure?

Your 3G2 uploads are processed securely and removed right after conversion. Output files are purged within 24 hours to protect your privacy.

Will the entire audio track be extracted?

Yes, the converter extracts the entire audio stream from start to finish. The CVS contains everything heard in the original 3G2 recording.

Do I need to install anything?

Nothing to install — everything happens in the browser. Open convertio.tools, upload your 3G2, and receive the CVS without any software setup.

Can I batch convert multiple 3G2 files?

You can upload and convert multiple 3G2 files to CVS at the same time. Batch processing runs on our servers so your device stays free.