Introduction
Audio Description is a feature that provides a narration of what’s happening on-screen during a show or movie. This narration can be helpful for those who are visually impaired, but it can also be distracting for others. If you’re looking to turn off Audio Description on your Roku device, there are several methods you can use.
Use the Roku Remote to Turn Off Audio Description
The simplest way to turn off Audio Description on your Roku device is by using the remote control. To do this, first locate the Audio Description icon. This is usually represented by an “AD” symbol at the bottom of the screen. Once you’ve located the icon, simply select it to disable Audio Description.
Adjust Settings on Your TV or Receiver
Another way to turn off Audio Description on your Roku device is by adjusting the settings on your TV or receiver. First, determine if your TV or receiver has any Audio Description settings. Most modern TVs and receivers will have these settings. If they do, simply adjust them to disable Audio Description.
Check Your Streaming Services
If you’re streaming content from services like Netflix or Hulu, you may need to check the settings within each service to disable Audio Description. Look for any Audio Description settings within each streaming service and make sure they’re disabled.
Disable Audio Description with a Shortcut
If you’d rather not have to dig through menus to turn off Audio Description, you can use a shortcut. From the Home Screen on your Roku device, access the shortcut menu by pressing the * button on your remote control. From here, you can select “Disable Audio Description” to instantly turn off Audio Description.
Change Audio and Video Output Settings
If you’re still having trouble disabling Audio Description, you may want to check your audio and video output settings. To do this, locate the audio and video output settings on your device. Make sure the audio output is set to stereo, as this will ensure that Audio Description is disabled.
Use Voice Control to Turn Off Audio Description
If you have a voice-enabled Roku device, you can use voice commands to turn off Audio Description. Simply speak the command “disable Audio Description” to activate the voice control. You can then use voice commands to disable Audio Description.
Contact Roku’s Customer Service for Help
If you’re still having trouble turning off Audio Description, you may want to contact Roku’s customer service for help. Visit the Roku support page and utilize the chat feature to get assistance. A customer service representative should be able to help you resolve the issue.
Conclusion
Turning off Audio Description on your Roku device is relatively simple. You can use the remote control, TV/receiver settings, streaming services, shortcuts, audio/video output settings, and voice control to disable Audio Description. However, if you’re still having trouble, contact Roku’s customer service for help. To avoid Audio Description in the future, make sure to adjust the settings on your TV/receiver and streaming services before you begin watching.