The AUTO Lock feature is an integratedcircuit that receives
and processes data sent by broadcasters, or other program providers, that contain program content advisories.When programmed by the viewer, a TV with AUTO Lock can respond to the content advisories and block program content that may be found objectionable (such as offensive language, violence, sexual situations, etc.). This is a great feature to censor the type of viewing children may watch.
AUTO Lock offers various BLOCKING controls from which to choose: Access Code - An Access Code must be set to prevent children from unblocking questionable or censored programming set by their parents.
Block Enable - After an access code has been programmed, you can block programming depending on the received rating and user setting.
Movie Ratings - Certain blocking options exist which will block programming based on ratings patterned by the Motion Pictures Association of America.
TV Ratings - Just like the Movie Ratings, programs can be blocked from viewing using standard TV ratings set by TV broadcasters.
AUTO LOCK
MOVIE RATING
G ON
PG
PG13
R
NC17
X
MOVIE RATINGS
G:General Audience - All ages admitted.
Most parents would find this program suitable for all ages. This type of programming contains little or no violence, no strong language, and little or no sexual dialog or situations.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested - This programming contains material that parents may find unsuitable for younger children. It may contain one or more of the following: moderate violence, some sexual situations, infrequent coarse language, or some suggestive dialog.
This programming contains material that parents may find unsuitable for children under the age of 13. It contains one or more of the following: violence, sexual situations, coarse language, or suggestive dialog.
R:Restricted
parent or adult guardian. It contains one or more of the following: intense violence, intense sexual situations, strong coarse language, or intensely suggestive dialog.
X:Adults Only - This type of programming contains one or more of the following: very graphic violence, very graphic and explicit or indecent sexual acts, and very coarse and intensely suggestive language
TV RATING
Y ON Y7
G
PG 14
MA
TV RATINGS
Contains material that parents may find unsuitable for younger children. This type of programming contains one or more of the following: Moderate violence (V), some sexual situations (S), infrequent coarse language (L), or some suggestive dialog (D).
TV-14 Parents Strongly Cautioned -
Contains some material that many parents would find unsuitable for children under age 14. This type of programming contains one or more of the following: intense violence (V), intense sexual situations (S), strong coarse language (L), or intensely suggestive dialog (D).
TV-MA Mature Audience Only -
Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and may be unsuitable for children under 17. This type of programming contains one or more of the following: graphic violence (V), explicit sexual situations (S), or crude, indecent language (L)
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