If it helps, here's the command I generally use to rip DVDs: HandBrakeCLI -i /dev/dvd -t 1 -preset="Normal" -B 128 -q 18 -5 -E ffaac -s "1,2,3,4,5,6" -o 01. Working: Stream #0:1(eng): Audio: aac (LC), 48000 Hz, stereo, fltp (default) However, when I use ffprobe on the two files, I see this, which makes it look like both a "picture based" and text-based subtitle is present in English in both files: The description of the one that works also shows Picture based. One key difference might be the text Codec ID, since the one that works is S_VOBSUB and the one that doesn't work is mp4s-E0. These were written with different versions of Handbrake, one is an mkv (but that doesn't seem to be a defining feature) and the other is an m4v. Writing library: x264 core 142 r2389 956c8d8 : x264 core 152 r2854 e9a5903Ĭodec ID/Info: Picture based subtitle format used on DVDs : The same subtitle format used on DVDs So i have several different ways to access my streaming apps depending on the room of the house. I recently noticed that subtitles work on some of my files so below is a a comparison using mediainfo (in Linux) that shows possible differences: Format: Matroska : MPEG-4
I hope this guide has helped you figure out how to enable or disable subtitles (captioning) on your Roku device.I have several Roku (Media Express, Roku 4, Hisense Roku TV) and they often have trouble playing subtitles on videos extracted from DVDs using Handbrake.
If the channel you’re using is not listed here, try a variation of any of the sets of instructions. Use the “ Left” and “ Right” arrows to toggle to the desired selection.Press “ Down” on the remote to bring up the menu.In this window, choose the caption mode you. Once finished, arrow down to “ Close” and press “ OK” to resume the video. While youre streaming a particular show, press the button on your Roku remote.With Captions mode highlighted, use the “ Left” and “ Right” arrows to toggle between “ On always” and “ Off“.Press * on the remote to bring up the Closed Caption/Audio Configuration menu.
This is only a lousy workaround and IDK if it's going to be repeatable, but after selecting the subtitle option I wanted in Peacock then closing and reentering the app, I returned to the movie I'd been. Premium access costs between 7.99 and 13.99 per month.
Netflix is free to add to your Roku, and you can enjoy a free two-week trial initially. Press * on the remote, choose “ Settings“, then turn “ Subtitles” on or off. For me, subtitles already are set to Always On in Roku, and nothing happens in Peacock when I go to the Captions icon and select an option. Most of the content you’ll find has both Korean and English subtitles, making Netflix a great place for all levels of learners to enjoy Korean content through their Roku.Press “ Down” again to enter the language menu, then highlight the language you wish to use.Press “ Down” on the remote, then choose “ Subtitles“.Every channel has a different method for accessing the captioning setting. Roku devices do not support subtitle presets - those should be edited on the Settings menu on your Roku device. Most times you can change the caption setting while you are watching video in a channel. Turning Captioning On/Off While Playing Video
You can change the look of the captions back under the “ Accessibility” > “ Captions style” menu. Check the “ Off” option to disable captions.