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Apple TV HDR output does not prove the programme itself is HDR
The television can report an HDR HDMI signal while the original programme has a different dynamic range.
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Apple TV picture or controls are cropped: inspect zoom and display sizing
A cropped edge can come from display sizing or a playback zoom feature.
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Apple TV Quick Media Switching: check QMS support and chroma before testing
Use Apple TV’s QMS and Optimize QMS controls for supported frame-rate transitions, with a same-resolution test and exact equipment checks.
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Apple TV subtitles appear only after muting or skipping back: inspect automatic subtitles
Apple TV 4K can turn subtitles on automatically for mute and skip-back actions. If text appears only during those moments, inspect Automatic Subtitles before assuming your permanent caption.
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ARC and eARC: follow the return path for streaming audio
Understand why a TV app, external player and soundbar may use different audio routes.
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ARD audio description disappears after changing channel: check its scope
Distinguish the current-programme audio selection from the persistent HbbTV audio-channel preference.
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