Pace Sky box Using, Manual

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Using your Sky box
The information banner may also include letter codes giving more information
about the programme. These codes have the following meanings:
Letter codes :
C Copy-protected. If you try to record this programme it may not play back
correctly.
DS/DD Surround sound. If your TV has surround-sound capability, you can hear this
programme in surround sound.
L Letterbox format. The programme is being shown in letterbox format; i.e. in a
wide ‘cinema-style’ picture with black borders across the top and bottom of
the picture.
N Narrative. The programme is broadcast with a descriptive audio soundtrack for
the partially sighted.
T Subtitles. Language and/or subtitles for the hard of hearing are available for
the programme.
W Widescreen. The programme is being shown in widescreen format.
Rating codes :
U Universal, suitable for all audiences, including young children.
PG Parental guidance is recommended. Some discretion may need to be applied
as to the suitability of the film for younger or impressionable children.
12 Suitable for viewers aged 12 years or over. More mature themes or language
make the film unsuitable viewing for young children.
15 Suitable for viewers aged 15 years or over. May contain stronger language,
violence, or themes unsuitable for younger viewers.
18 Suitable only for adult viewers aged 18 years or over.
Content codes :
s Sex or nudity.
l Strong language.
v Violent scenes.
m Material which is intended for a mature audience.