How can you separate the subtitles in a .mkv file to a .sub, .srs etc. file format?
I wanted to convert the .mkv files into something my new phone can play (.avi, .mp4) WITH the subtitles. So far I'm only able to convert the file itself without the subtitles. The converter can include subtitles but as a separate file that must be selected and loaded during conversion of the file.
This is a little complicated, so bear with me.
It takes a little configuration, but if you have a proper codec pack (if not, grab this:
http://cccp-project.net/ In fact, I suggest you uninstall any other codec pack, and just grab that one anyway), go to Haali Media Splitter's configuration app (located in the start menu under
Combined Community Codec Pack/Filters), and set up your default languages like this:
Next, download and install AVIsynth.
http://sourceforge.net/projects/avisynth2/files/AviSynth 2.5/AviSynth 2.5.2/AviSynth_252.exe/download
Then download and install
Super. (You can also use MediaCoder, if you tell it to use directshow decoding as well. It's the encoder I prefer, but is more difficult to use for a novice).
Run Super, and check the DirectShow Decode box.
That part is very important for hard subbing styled subs. If you don't set up Haali properly, and use Haali, AviSynth and DirectShow Decoding, styled subs end up as plain, unstyled text. And .ass subs end up with extra characters, because the programs read the Italics, bold and other tags in the subs as text, and display the tags. Not only that, but subs that are placed over signs won't show up on the sign, but at the bottom of the screen instead.
Pick the settings that your phone can handle, point it to the file you want to convert, and start the process.
This is exactly how I convert for my iPhone. It took weeks for me to finally figure out the right combination of progs to pull this off. lol.
I didn't think i would be! lol..
