Philips 32PFL3504D, 42PFL3704D, 32PFL3514D View Closed Captions subtitles, Energy Saving Mode

View Closed Captions (subtitles)

The caption service displays transmitted CC- and T- text.The caption text can be displayed permanently or only when the TV is muted.

Note

•Closed caption will not be displayed when you are using an HDMI connection.

•The captions do not always use correct spelling and grammar.

Not all TV programs and product commercials include closed caption information. Refer to your area TV program listings for the TV channels and times of closed caption shows.The captioned programs are usually noted in the TVlistings with service marks such as [CC].

Closed captioning

Closed captioning is an assistive technology that allows persons with hearing disabilities to access television programming. Closed captioning displays the audio portion of programming as text superimposed over the video.

Select caption services

1 Select a caption service for analog channels:

•Press MENU on the remote control and select [FEATURES] > [Closed Caption] > [Caption Service].

•Press or to select one of the listed caption services, and press OK to confirm your choice.

2 Press MENU to exit.

Note

•Not all caption services are used by a TV channel during the transmission of a closed caption program.

Summary of caption services

Service Description

CC-1 and T-1; are the primary caption and text services. The captioning or text is displayed in the same language as the program’s dialogue

(up to 4 lines of script on the TV screen, where it does not obstruct relevant parts of the picture).

CC-3 and T-3; serve as the preferred data channels.

The captioning or text is often a secondary language.

CC-2, CC-4, T-2 are rarely available and broadcasters use them only

[CC-3] or [T-1] and [T-3] are not available.

•There are 3 display modes according to programs: Paint-on mode:

Displays input characters on the TV screen immediately.

Pop-on mode:

Once characters are stored in memory, they are displayed all at once.

Roll-up mode:

Displays the characters continuously by scrolling (max. 4 lines).

Select DTV caption services

Difficulties viewing closed captions on DTV programming

If you have difficulties viewing closed captions on DTV programming, including HDTV, received from your subscription television provider, you should:

•consult any consumer information and manuals/guides on closed captions for DTV programming provided by your subscription television provider;

•ensure that the captioning function on your set-top box, if applicable, is turned on; and,

•ensure that the captioning function on your DTV is turned on.

If you are still unable to view closed captions on DTV programming, you should contact your subscription television provider for assistance.

Energy Saving Mode

You can set whether the power consumption is saved or not.

1 Press MENU on the remote control and select [FEATURES] > [Energy Saving Mode].