PARENTAL CONTROL / RATINGS
PARENTAL CONTROL / RATINGS
Parental Control can be used to block specific channels, ratings and other viewing sources.
The Parental Control Function (V-Chip) is used to block program viewing based on the ratings sent by
the broadcasting station. The default setting is to allow all programs to be viewed. Viewing can be
blocked by choosing the type of the program and the categories. It is also possible to block all pro-
gram viewing for a time period. To use this function, the following must be done :
1. Set ratings and categories to be blocked.
2. Specify a password
3. Enable the lock
V-Chip rating and categories
Rating guidelines are provided by broadcasting stations. Most television programs and television mov-
ies can be blocked by TV Rating and/or Individual Categories. Movies that have been shown at the
theaters or direct-to-video movies use the Movie Rating System ( MPAA ) only.
Ratings for Television programs including made-for-TV movies:
TV-G ( General audience )
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TV-PG ( Parental guidance suggested )
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TV-14 ( Parents strongly cautioned )
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TV-MA ( Mature audience only )
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TV-Y ( All children )
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TV-Y7 ( Children 7 years older )
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SET PASSWORD & LOCK SYSTEM
Setting up Your Password
Set up blocking schemes to block specific channels, ratings, and external viewing sources.
A password is required to gain access to this menu.
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MENU
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Input the password.
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LOCK
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• Set Password
• Lock System
: On
• Block Channel
• Movie Rating
• TV Rating-Children
• TV Rating-General
• Downloadable Rating
• Input Block
ENTER
Select LOCK.
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Enter Password
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Close
Enter the password as requested.
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The TV is set up with the initial
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password "0-0-0-0".
If you forget your password, press
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"0-3-2-5" on the remote control.
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