Philips 3139 user manual Using teletext

Using teletext

Teletext is an information system that is broadcast by some channels. Teletext can be consulted like a newspaper. It also offers access to subtitles for viewers with hearing problems or who are not familiar with the transmission audio language.

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1.Teletext On/Off

To switch the teletext display on or off. A contents page appears with a list of items that can be accessed. Each item has a corresponding 3-digit page number. If the selected channel does not broadcast teletext, the indication 100 is displayed and the screen remains blank. To exit

teletext, press the key again.

2.Direct access

To access items directly. The colour areas are displayed at the bottom of the screen. The colour areas flash when the item or the page is not yet available.

3.Selecting a page to

To enter the number of a teletext page. For example, to access page 120, enter 120. The number is displayed at the top left corner of the screen. When the page is located, the counter stops searching and the page is displayed. Repeat this operation to view another page. If the counter continues to search, the page is not being transmitted. When this happens, select another number.

4.Contents

To return to the content page. The content page is usually page 100 or hit list menu.

5.Page hold

Certain pages contain sub-pages which are automatically displayed successively. This key is used to stop or resume sub-page progression. The indication appears top left. Use the Í or Æ keys to select the previous or next sub-page.

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