CLOSED CAPTION
Text: The Text Closed Caption Mode will usually fill
1/2
of full screen
with a programming schedule or other information. After selecting a
Closed Caption Mode, it will stay in effect until it is changed, even if
the channel is changed. If the Captions signal is lost due to a
commercial or a break in the signal, the Captions will reappear when
the signal is received again. Ifthe channels are changed, the Captions
will be delayed approximately 10 seconds.
For television programs broadcasting with Closed Captions, look in
your TV guide for the Closed Captions symbol (CG).
• When activating the Closed Captioned Decoder, there will be a short delay before the Closed Captioned text appears on the screen.
• Closed Captioned text is only displayed in locations where it is available.
• If no caption signal is received, no captions will appear, but the television will remain in the Caption Mode.
• Misspellings or unusual characters may occasionally appear during Closed Captioning. This is normal with Closed Captioning, especially with
live programs. This is because during live programs, captions are also entered live. These transmissions do not allow time for editing.
• When Captions are being displayed, on-screen displays, such as volume and mute may not be seen or may interfere with Closed Captions.
• Some cable systems and copy protection systems may interfere with the Closed Captioned signal.
• If using an indoor antenna or ifTV reception is very poor, the Closed Caption Decoder may not appear or may appear with strange characters or
misspelled words. In this case, adjust the antenna for better reception or use an outdoor antenna.
WHAT IS CLOSED CAPTIONING?
This television has the capability to decode and display Closed
Captioned television programs. Closed Captioning will display text on
the screen for hearing impaired viewers or it will translate and display
text in another language.
TO VIEW CLOSED CAPTIONS
Press CAPITEXT on the remote control to switch between normal TV
and the two Closed Caption Modes (Captions and
1/2
of Full Screen
Text).
Captions: This Closed Caption Mode will display text on the screen in
English or another language (depending on the setting of Closed
Captions 1/2. Generally, Closed Captions in English are transmitted
on Captions Channel 1 and Closed Captions in other languages are
transmitted on Captions Channel 2.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
The Captions will appear in places on the screen where they will least
interfere with the picture, usually on the bottom of the screen. News
programs will usually show three-line Closed Captions which scroll
onto the screen. Most other shows provide two or three lined Captions
placed near the character who is speaking so the viewer can follow
the dialogue. Words in italics or underlined describe titles, words in
foreign languages or words requiring emphasis. Words that are sung
usually appear enclosed by musical notes.
Before requesting service, please refer to the following chart for the symptom and possible solution.
SYMPTOMS POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS
• Make sure the power cord is plugged in.
TV does not • Try another AC outlet.
operate • Power is off; check fuse or circuit breaker.
• Unplug unit for an hour, then plug it back in.
oStation or CATV experiencing problems;
Poor sound tune to another station.
oCheck sound adjustments (VOLUME and
or No sound MUTE).
• Check for sources of possible interference.
oStation or CATV experiencing problems; tune
to another station.
Poor picture oMake sure channels are set into memory.
or No picture oCheck antenna or CATV connections; adjust
antenna.
oCheck for sources of possible interference.
oCheck picture control adjustments.
oStation or CATV experiencing problems; tune
Poor to another station.
reception on oMake sure channels are set into memory.
some • Station is weak; adjust antenna to receive
channels desired station.
• Check for sources of possible interference.
oStation or CATV experiencing problems; tune
to another station.
Poor color or oMake sure channels are set into memory.
no color oCheck picture control adjustments.
oCheck antenna or CATV connection. Adjust
antenna.
oStation or CATV experiencing problems; tune
Picture to another station.
wobbles or oMake sure channels are set into memory.
drifts • CATV company is scrambling signal.
• Adjust antenna.
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SYMPTOMS POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS
oCheck all CATV connections.
No CATV • Set TVICABLE menu option to the CABLE
reception mode.
oStation or CATV system problems; try
another station.
Horizontal or
diagonal bars oCheck antenna connections; reorient antenna.
on screen oCheck for sources of possible interference.
No reception oMake sure TV/CABLE menu option is in the
above appropriate mode.
channel 13
olf
using antenna, check UHF antenna
connections.
oBatteries are weak, dead or inserted
incorrectly.
No Remote oRemote is out of range; move closer to TV
operation (within 15 feet).
oMake sure Remote is aimed at sensor.
oConfirm there are no obstructions between
the Remote and the TV.
oMake sure the power cord is plugged in.
• No broadcast on station tuned.
TV shuts off oSleep Timer is set.
oPower interrupted.
oTV
station experiencing problems or program
Closed - tuned is not closed captioned. Try another
channel.
Caption is not <Check CATV connection or VHF/UHF
activated antenna, reposition or rotate antenna.
oPress CAPITEXT to tum on the closed caption
decoder.
Display is not oSelect proper language in the menu options .
shown in
your language