Encode results in "halo" effect around black text...

Hello,
I'm not sure where the problem lies. I am encoding a project and I have noticed a problem primarily around black text that appears throughout.
Image:
*Here are the Compressor settings:*
Image:
What Can I do to lessen the "halo" around black text?
Lathe

Like all heavy compression codecs such as DV, MPEG2 has serious issues with what we call high risetime pixel transitions. Reduce the detail level. You may need to add some preprocessing blur to help diminish the mosquito noise. Make the text slightly transparent. Add a nice soft drop shadow. If you're going to add an outline, make it softer than you think is necessary.
If you are merely encoding a file that you cannot change, you will need to study the MPEG2 compression discussions very carefully. Encoding is a dark art, loaded with uncomfortable compromises and difficult decisions that require lowered expectations. Encoding output is directly proportional to the effort put into programming new settings at every scene change.
bogiesan

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