Zenith P42W34 Installation And Operating Manual page 24

Operation
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Closed Captions
C_osed captioning is a process which converts the audio portion of a television program into written words wi_ich then appear as sub-
titles on the television screen Closed captions allow viewers to read tile dialogue and n_ration of television progr_s.
Using Closed Captions
Caption Tips
Captions are the subtffles of the dialogue and narration of television programs, For prerecorded
programs, program diatogue can be arranged into captions in advance. Its possible to caption a
live program by using a process called reaFtime captioning which creates captions instantly.
ReaI4ime captioning is normally done by professional reporters using a machine shorthand sys-
tem and computer for translation into English.
Captioning is _ effective system for the hearing-impaired, and it can also aid in tead-lirtg tan°
guage skills.
• Tile picture at left shows a typical caption.
Not a_l TV broadcasts include dosed caption signals.
Sometimes TV stations broadcast four different caption signals on tile same channel. By selecting YTem ¢¢ ! to ¢¢ 4, you can
choose which signal you view. CC l is usually the signal with the captions, wile Another mode might show demonstration or
programming information
Your TV might not receive caption signals normally in the following situations.
1. Poor reception conditions are encountered:
IGNITION:
Picture may flutter, drift suffer from black spots, or Ilodzontal streaking. Usually caused by inter-
ference from automobile ignition systems, neon I_ps electrical ddlls, and other electrical appli-
ances.
GHOSTS:
Ghosts are caused when the TV signal splits and follows two paths. One is the direct path and the
other is reflected off t,all buitdings, hi}Is or other obiects. Changing the direction or position of the
antenna may improve reception
SNOW:
If your receiver is }ocated at the we_, fringe area of a TV signal your picture may be marred by
small dots. tt may be necessary to instat_ a special antenna to improve the picture.
2. An old, bad, or illegally recorded tape is being played
3. Strong, random signals from a car or airplane interfere with file TV signal
4 The signal from the antenna is weak
5. Tile program wasn't: captioned when it was produced, transmilted, or taped.
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