256k MP3 files; I want them as 192kbps AAC files in iTunes

I thought when I imported files via the FILE > IMPORT menu, that it would convert the files according to my Import Settings, but it doesn't. This is also true for ADVANCED > CONVERT SELECTION TO AAC...
If I don't want 256kbps, how do I force iTunes to import them (all at once?) as 192kbps AAC ?
Thanks

The Import settings only apply to tracks you're ripping from CD. They don't apply to already-encoded files you're bringing in via the Import or Add To Library command. I don't know why the Convert Selection to AAC command doesn't work, presuming that you have the tracks into iTunes already.
I wouldn't bother with changing them, though, if I were you. You'll only save a small amount of disk space, and re-compressing an already-compressed track usually doesn't yield top-quality results.

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The first time as TFB020TheWatersOfMeribah.mp3,
the second time as TFB020TheWatersOfMeribah[1].mp3,
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