Quicktime .mov files with MPEG-2 codec playback error

I have a series of .mov files, and I'm not able to open them in QT X or QT 7.6.6. The codecs listed in the Info for the files are: MPEG-2, Linear PCM, and Timecode. Original format is MPEG HD, at 1920x1080. Does anyone know how I can play them back? I don't have final cut editing software on my computer unfortunately and VLC opens the files so I can view the pictures, but they have no sound. Help!

Have a read through this thread, it might help.
At least your $20 may not be wasted.
Z.
https://discussions.apple.com/message/1171379?messageID=1171379&amp%3b

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