SCC → CSV
Convert SCC to CSV
Free online SCC to CSV subtitle converter. Transform Scenarist Closed Captions (.scc) files to CSV (.csv) format instantly in your browser. No upload required.
Format Comparison
| SCC | CSV | |
|---|---|---|
| Full Name | Scenarist Closed Captions | CSV |
| Extension | .scc | .csv |
| Category | broadcast | data |
| Key Features | CEA-608 encoding, SMPTE timecodes, Broadcast standard, Frame-accurate | Tabular data, Frame numbers included, Duration calculation, Spreadsheet compatible |
| Common Uses | US broadcast television, FCC compliance, Cable and satellite delivery, Closed captioning | Data analysis, QC spreadsheets, Batch processing, Reporting |
| Limitations | Limited to 32 characters per line, Two-channel only, No styling beyond basic | Not a playback format, No formatting support, Requires reimport for use |
How to Convert SCC to CSV
- 1
Open the subtitle converter
Go to the Subtitle Tool and select your source SCC file by pasting the text or uploading the .scc file.
- 2
Set your framerate
Choose the framerate that matches your video (e.g., 23.976, 25, 29.97). This ensures frame-accurate timestamp conversion.
- 3
Select CSV as output format
Choose CSV (.csv) from the output format dropdown.
- 4
Download your converted file
Click the download button to save your converted CSV file. You can also copy the output text directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert SCC to CSV?
Upload or paste your Scenarist Closed Captions (.scc) file into the converter, select CSV as the output format, and click Convert. The tool processes everything in your browser — no file uploads to a server.
What is the difference between SCC and CSV?
SCC is scc (scenarist closed captions) is the standard closed caption format for north american broadcast television. CSV is csv (comma-separated values) export provides subtitle data in a tabular format including frame numbers, millisecond timestamps, and duration — ideal for spreadsheet analysis and data processing. They differ in features like cea-608 encoding (SCC) versus tabular data (CSV).
Is the SCC to CSV converter free?
Yes, completely free with no limits. The converter runs entirely in your browser using the timecodes library — no server processing, no sign-up, no watermarks.
Will I lose formatting when converting from SCC to CSV?
CSV has some limitations: not a playback format. Timing accuracy is preserved using frame-based conversion through the timecodes library, but format-specific features like cea-608 encoding and smpte timecodes may not carry over.