Defining color sets for subtitles


    Timeline color sets specify the colors used in subtitles. Each timeline can reference only one color set. However, a project may contain any number of sets. Adobe Encore DVD includes a predefined color set. You can modify this default set or create your own sets. Once defined, you can save color sets and use them in other projects. If you edit a color set, Adobe Encore DVD automatically updates all timelines that use that color set.

    A timeline color set consists of a maximum of nine colors, each with its own opacity setting. The colors are divided among three subtitle groups. Each subtitle group may contain up to three colors. Any subtitle clip can reference one of the subtitle groups within the color set of the timeline. Within each group, you specify the fill, stroke and anti-alias color.

    Timeline Color Set dialog box
    Timeline Color Set dialog box

    Color Set

    Displays the name of the color set.

    Subtitle Groups 1, 2, and 3

    Sets the colors and opacity values for subtitles. Each subtitle can reference one group.

    New Color Set

    Creates a new color set definition, using the name you specify.

    Import Color Set

    Imports the color set you specify.

    Save Color Set

    Saves the current color set in a file so that it can be used in other projects.

To define a color set:

  1. Choose Edit > Color Set > Timeline. Adobe Encore DVD displays the Color Set dialog box.
  2. Click the New Color Set button New Item button . The New Color Set dialog box opens.
  3. Type the name of the new color set, and click OK. The timeline color set reappears, showing the current color definitions for the new color set.
  4. Click the color swatch of any color you want to change. The Color Picker dialog box appears.
  5. Click NTSC Colors Only (at the bottom left corner of the screen) if you want to limit your color selection to NTSC-safe colors.
  6. Adjust the color using one of the following methods. The color you select appears in the top half of the color swatch. The original color remains in the bottom half.
    • Locate the color range you want using the triangle sliders on the color spectrum bar, then click the desired color in the color field.
    • Change the numeric values for Hue, Saturation, Brightness, Red, Green, or Blue.
  7. Click OK. The new color replaces the original color in the Color Set dialog box.
  8. Choose the desired opacity level from the Opacity pop-up menu adjacent to the color swatch.
  9. Repeat steps 4, 6, 7, and 8 for any color you want to change.
  10. Click the Save as File button to save the color set to disk for use in another project.
  11. Click OK when you have defined all the colors to your satisfaction.