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Glossary
Active ControlIdentifyProgramming
A set of automatic picture improvementThe method by which a TV remote controlThe procedure of adding or deleting channel
algorithms applied to the video image.searches and finds an operating code fornumbers into the TVOs memory circuits. In
another product (such as a VCR or a cablethis way the TV �remembersO only the locally
Alternate Channelconverter).After the code has beenavailable or desired channel numbers and
�identifiedO, the TV remote control canskips over any unwanted channel numbers.
The feature that allows you to toggle
between the last two channels viewed byoperate and send commands to the other
pressing the A/CH buttons on the remoteproduct.Remote Control Sensor Window
control.The window or opening found on the
Incredible Stereo (or Surround)television control panel and through which
Auto ProgrammingAcoustic management of the audio signalinfrared remote control command signals are
The feature that, when activated, scans for allthat products a dramatic expansion of thereceived.
wall of sound that surrounds the listener and
available channels from regular antenna or
cable signals and stores only active broadcastheightens overall viewing pleasure.RF
stations in the TVOs memory.Radio Frequency or modulated signal design
LED
used as the carrier for television broadcasts.
Audio/Video InputsLight Emitting Diode or indicator.
Located on the rear of the TV theseSecond Audio Program (SAP)
connectors (RCA phono type plug) are usedMenuAnother or additional audio channel
for the input of audio and video signals.An on screen listing of feature controlsprovided for in the Multichannel Television
Designed for use with VCRs (or other
shown on the TV screen that are madeSound (MTS) broadcast standard.A monaural
accessories) in order to receive higheravailable for user adjustments.soundtrack included within the recorded or
picture resolution and offer sound
video signal (usually containing a second
connection options.MPAAlanguage translation for the displayed
programming).
Channel EditMotion Picture Association of America
The feature that allows you to add or deleteMultichannel Television sound (MTS)Status/Exit button
channels from the list of channels stored in
The broadcast standard that allows forThe remote control function that allows to
the TVOs memory.stereo sound to be transmitted with the TVquickly confirm what channel number is
Channel Edit makes it easy to limit orbeing viewed.
expand the number of channels that arepicture.
Status/Exit can also be used to clear the
available to you when you press the CH +television of on screen displays or
or - buttons on your remote control.NTSC (analog video signals)
information (rather than waiting for the
National Television Standards Committeedisplays to �time outO, or automatically
Closed Captioningformat devised for TV broadcasting signals indisappear from the screen).
The broadcast standard feature that allowsthe 1940s (525 lines: 30 Hz.)
you to read the voice content of televisionS-Video Input
programs on the TV screen. Designed toOn Screen Displays (OSD)
Allows direct connection of high-resolution
help the hearing impaired, Closed CaptioningRefers to the wording or messagesvideo sources, such as a Super VHS
uses on screen �text boxesO to show dialoguegenerated by the TV to help the user withvideocassette recorder, Laser Disc player,
and conversations while a TV program is inspecific feature controls (color adjustment,
etc. Provides improved picture resolution,
progress.programming, etc.)sharpness, and clarity.
Coaxial CablePicture and Sound ControlsTint
A single solid antenna wire normallyButtons on the remote control to selectTV-function to modify the general color
matched with a metal plug (F-type) endpredefined picture and sound settings.balance between cool and warm and to
connector that screws (or pushes) directlyadjust it according to your personal
onto a 75 Ohm input found on the Televisionpreference.
Picture Freeze
or VCR.TV mode which allows you to Ofreeze� a
Twin-lead wire
CVBScertain image in order to study a specific
detail at ease, e.g. to make notes of certainThe more commonly used name for the
Stands for Composite Video Blanking Sync.
program information like phone numbers.two-strand, 300-ohm antenna wire used with
At this level, the color, luminance andmany indoor and outdoor antenna systems.
synchronization information are combined inIn many cases, this type of antenna wire
one signal.The audio signal is transferredPicture-in-Picture
requires an additional adapter (or balun) in
separately.The showing of two pictures on the TVorder to connect to the 75-ohm input
screen at the same time (one main screenterminals designed into the more recent TVs
Displaypicture and one small picture, or PIP).
and VCRs.
An on screen message or graphics that help
the user operate and adjust TV featureVariable Audio Output
controls. See On Screen Displays (OSD).An adjustable audio output which allows for
volume variations at the source.
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