convert binary format to video format

every video type has got its own format with required headers and other criterias ,you cant convert it to a meaning full video unless the binary is some other video file format .
However if in case you dont know this tip, then try dragging that binary file on to vlc media players application interface, it will play if it recognizes the format.
As sometimes extension handler for few video files are not registered in the OS,even though an appplication exists for it.