Specifications

Workflow Options for DVD Media

Captioned VHS to Captioned DVD

If you are beginning with a captioned VHS tape, an easy method to move your VHS captions

to DVD media is to use a VHS to DVD recorder, such as the Phillips DVDR 985 or DVDR

600VR recording system. Currently, it appears only the Phillips-brand VCR to DVD

recorders retain the Line 21 caption information.

1. Insert VHS tape and DVD media into Phillips VHS to DVD recorder. Use the

correct DVD media for the recorder (typically DVD+R).

2. Start the VHS tape to the appropriate playback location. While the VHS tape is

playing, press “Record” on the DVD system.

Note—the DVDR 600VR recording system has a “D. Dubbing” button instead of a

“Record” button. Pressing the “D. Dubbing” button will copy the VHS content to

the DVD media.

3. Finalize the DVD media using the system interface to allow playback in other DVD

players.

Uncaptioned VHS to Captioned DVD

If you have an uncaptioned VHS tape and you wish to caption and create a DVD, it is

necessary to first digitize the video content such that it can be accessed via a computer.

Digitizing video is possible using a video capture card (Dazzle, etc.) to move the analog

video into a digital format.

1. Digitize the video using a video capture card (e.g., Dazzle, etc.) or using the CPC

captioning system. Alternatively, you may record your analog tape to MiniDV and

then import the MiniDV recorded content into your computer.

2. Convert the video to a .AVI, MPEG-2, or .MOV format with a resolution of 720 x

480 pixels.

3. Import the video content into Adobe Encore DVD. Import the subtitles or .SCC file

created for the video. A .SCC file can be generated using CPC or RapidText

systems or by outsourcing to Automatic Sync.

4. Finalize and burn the DVD presentation for playback in DVD players.