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Teletext is an information system broadcast by certain channels which 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 language (cable networks, satellite channels, etc.).
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Teletext call This is used to call or exit teletext mode.
The summary appears with a list of items
that can be accessed. Each item has a
corresponding 3- digit page number.
If the channel selected does not broadcast
teletext, the indication 100 will be displayed
and the screen will remain blank (in this
case, exit teletext and select another
channel).
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Selecting a Enter the number of the page required
page using the DIgit 0 to 9 or P -/+ buttons.
Example : page 120, enter 120. The
number is displayed top left, the counter
turns and then the page is displayed.
Repeat this operation to view another
page. If the counter continues to search,
this means that the page is not
transmitted. Select another number.
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Direct access Coloured areas are displayed at the
to the items or bottom of the screen. The 4 coloured
corresponding buttons are used to access the items or
corresponding pages. The coloured areas
flash when the item or the page is not
yet available.
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Contents page This returns you to the contents page
(usually page 100).
Some digital channels, which you select like any other channel, offer dedicated teletext services (for
instance BBCTEXT). Some digital channels also offer information on the programme being broadcast
(a message may appear at the bottom of the screen).
& To use the digital teletext, follow the instructions on screen.
é Depending on the service, you can be asked to use the cursor keys, the coloured keys, the
Teletext On/Off key ( ) and sometimes the numerical keys.
“ When you have finished watching teletext, select a different channel with
P -/+
keys or follow
the on screen instructions to return to picture.
Digital Teletext
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Analogue Teletext
