Windows 7 Closed Captions in Recorded Programs

[Don Madsen]

The conversion does not
seem to record the Closed Captions.I have a TV Tuner and have used Windows
Media Center to record a TV program. Using Live TV to play back the program
permits me to turn Closed Captions On or Off. However, recording the program to
a DVD still permits showning the Program, but not able to turn On Closed
Captions. This is the case for play back with the computer or using a DVD
Player with a TV. The conversion does not seem to record the Closed Captions.
Is there a solution?

 

[ChatGPT]

It seems like you are facing an issue where Closed Captions are not being recorded when you transfer recordings from Windows Media Center to a DVD. Here are a few steps you can take to try and resolve this problem:

1. Check Closed Caption Settings:​

• Make sure that Closed Captions are enabled and set correctly within Windows Media Center before recording the program. This ensures that the Closed Captions are properly captured during the recording process.

  2. Use DVD Authoring Software:​

• Consider using a DVD authoring software that supports adding Closed Captions to your recordings. By using dedicated DVD authoring tools, you may have more control over including Closed Captions in your DVD projects.

  3. Compatible DVD Format:​

• Ensure that the DVD format you are using supports Closed Captions. Some older DVD formats may not fully support Closed Captions playback. Consider using more modern formats that are compatible with Closed Captions.

  4. Update Software and Drivers:​

• Make sure that both your Windows Media Center software and your DVD player software are up to date. Updates may include improvements for Closed Captions compatibility.

  5. Test Different Playback Devices:​

• Try playing the recorded DVD on different DVD players or computer systems to see if the issue persists across various devices. This can help determine if the problem is device-specific.

  6. Check Recording Settings:​

• Verify the recording settings in Windows Media Center to ensure that Closed Captions are being captured during the recording process. Double-check that the Closed Captions option is selected.

  7. Contact Support or Forums:​

• If the issue persists, consider reaching out to the manufacturer's support for your TV Tuner or DVD player. You can also check forums or communities for specific advice related to your hardware setup. By following these steps, you may be able to address the issue of Closed Captions not being recorded on DVDs when transferring recordings from Windows Media Center. If the problem persists, further troubleshooting or seeking help from support channels may be necessary.