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Glossary
100 Hzprogramme guide on the screen. It enables
100 Hertz provides a superior solution toDolby Digitalthe user to see a description of every
the problem of picture flicker which isThe audience is completely surrounded byprogramme, and mark interesting
particularly noticeable with larger screenthe sound. Both the left/right/centre andprogrammes to be reminded (auto TV on)
sizes. In a conventional TV, the picture areasubwoofer speakers and the surroundor recorded (NEXTVIEWLink video
is scanned 50 times a second (50 Hertz) �speakers are driven by the digitallyrecorder required).
a frequency which is still detectable by theprocessed sound system of the TV.
human eye in the form of a flickeringThe Dolby Digital sound contains 6
picture. In 100 Hertz sets, the picture areaindependent digital channels which resultsNTSC
is scanned at a rate of 100 times perin a CD sound performance from bothThe broadcasting system used in the USA,
second (100 Hertz).At this frequency, thethe front and rear sound channels.Japan and parts of South America and
eye cannot detect flicker, resulting in aSoutheast-Asia.
clearer picture which is more relaxing to
the eye.Dolby Surround Pro Logic
Literally wraps you in 4-channel sound. itSmart Picture and Sound Controls
brings your favourite movies to life withKeys on the remote control to select
Automatic Channel Installation (ACI)all the realism and impact of cinema soundpredefined picture and sound settings.
Automatically installs all TV channels inas though you are part of the action.
the same order as offered by your cable
company, provided of course that the dataSleeptimer
is transmitted. It also automaticallyEasy LinkFunction with which you can set a time
includes programme number andDigital �intelligentO ESI bus-system betweenperiod after which the TV should switch
programme name.TV and VCR (Scart connection required).itself to standby.
With ACI, channel installation is fullyTurns source selection and control into a
automatic, simple and fast.one-button operation.
Picture Freeze
TV mode which allows you to Ofreeze� a
Child LockEasy Textcertain image in order to study a specific
Feature to prevent unauthorised use ofTeletext memory that automaticallydetail at ease, e.g. to make notes of certain
your TV.memorises Teletext pages and gives youprogramme information like phone
instant access to them.numbers.
Digital Scan
If you look at a television screen you willEuroconnectorTeletext
see small imperfections in the pictureA 21-pin connector system enabling youSee also Easy Text
caused by line vibration. Digital Scan (anto simply connect various types ofWST:World Standard Teletext.
internal process) removes interline flicker.audio/video and computer equipment.FLOF: Full Level one Features. System
When combined with 100 Hz, you will seeapplied by the BBC, RVE.... that provides a
a totally stable image.fast access to the teletext pages.
MenuTOP:Table of (Teletext) Pages. German
On-screen display of functions andsystem for an easy access to the teletext
DNRfacilities in a well-organised survey, whichpages.
Digital Noise Reduction.you can select using your remote control.
By encoding signals digitally in 100 Hz
sets, it is possible to clean up pictureTint
noise.This is especially beneficial in poorNEXTVIEWTV-function to modify the general colour
signal areas and when viewing poor qualityNEXTVIEWis a new feature to assist the TVbalance between cool and warm and to
video tapes.and VCR user in selecting the programmesadjust it according to your personal
she or he likes to watch from a televisionpreference.
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