SCC → EBU-STL
Convert SCC to EBU-STL
Free online SCC to EBU-STL subtitle converter. Transform Scenarist Closed Captions (.scc) files to EBU-STL (.stl) format instantly in your browser. No upload required.
Format Comparison
| SCC | EBU-STL | |
|---|---|---|
| Full Name | Scenarist Closed Captions | EBU-STL |
| Extension | .scc | .stl |
| Category | broadcast | broadcast |
| Key Features | CEA-608 encoding, SMPTE timecodes, Broadcast standard, Frame-accurate | Binary format, Broadcast-grade timing, Teletext compatibility, European standard |
| Common Uses | US broadcast television, FCC compliance, Cable and satellite delivery, Closed captioning | European broadcast, Teletext subtitles, TV station workflows, Broadcast delivery |
| Limitations | Limited to 32 characters per line, Two-channel only, No styling beyond basic | Binary format (not human-readable), Limited styling, Regional standard |
How to Convert SCC to EBU-STL
- 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 EBU-STL as output format
Choose EBU-STL (.stl) from the output format dropdown.
- 4
Download your converted file
Click the download button to save your converted EBU-STL file. You can also copy the output text directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert SCC to EBU-STL?
Upload or paste your Scenarist Closed Captions (.scc) file into the converter, select EBU-STL 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 EBU-STL?
SCC is scc (scenarist closed captions) is the standard closed caption format for north american broadcast television. EBU-STL is ebu-stl (european broadcasting union subtitle transfer language) is a binary broadcast subtitle format widely used in european television. They differ in features like cea-608 encoding (SCC) versus binary format (EBU-STL).
Is the SCC to EBU-STL 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.