RCA R52WH73 manual Parental Controls and V-Chip, How V-Chip Works for USA and Canada

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Using the TV’s Features

Parental Controls and V-Chip

The choices in the US V-CHIPand Canada V-CHIPmenus involve software inside your TV (referred to as V-Chip) which allows you to block TV programs and movies based on violence, sex, or other content you may believe children should not view.

Once you block programs, you can unblock programs by entering a password.

By default, the software inside your TV is turned “off.” For instructions to turn on V-Chip, go to page 40.

Note: Parental Control settings are not available for the DVI, CMP1, or CMP2 inputs.

How V-Chip Works for USA and Canada

V-Chip reads the program’s age-based rating (TV-MA, TV-14, etc.) and content themes [(Violence (V), Adult Language (L), etc.)]. If you have blocked the rating and/or content themes that the program contains, you will receive the message This channel has not been approved for viewing. Change channel or press OK to enter password and temporarily deactivate the Parental Control.

Broadcasters are not required to provide content themes, so programs received with no content themes will only be blocked if you block their age-based rating. You can also block out programs that have been given an Exempt rating, and programs that are considered unrated. The next several pages have tables showing the TV age-based ratings and content themes for the US and Canada.

MAIN MENU

Exit

Sound

Picture

Channel Guide

Time

Parental Control

Setup

Go back

 

US V-Chip

...

 

Canada V-Chip

...

 

Control

Front panel block

...

Channel block

 

 

Unrated/Exempt Prog.

View...

Parental

Lock parental controls

...

Press OK to open US V-Chip Menu.

 

 

 

 

US V-Chip TV Rating Limit

The V-Chip TV Rating Limit lets you decide which TV programs can and cannot be viewed.

To set TV programming limits:

1.Choose Parental Control from the MAIN MENU. If Parental Controls have previously been locked, you must enter your password.

2.Highlight and select US V-Chip. Then select V-Chip TV Rating.

3.Once you get to the V-Chip TV rating limit screen, use the arrow buttons and OK on your remote to change the status of a TV program rating or content theme from View to Block.

4.For TV rating limits to take effect, lock Parental Controls by accessing the Lock parental controls menu.

The following sections give you more details about how to change the status of TV program limits.

Note: If you forget your password, follow step one above to get to the password entry screen. Then press the VOL+ and CH+ buttons on the TV's front panel at the same time for at least 8 seconds. You will receive an on-screen message that Parental Controls have been unlocked once you've successfully reset the password.

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Contents Hdtv User’s Guide Product Registration Product Information Important InformationImportant Safety Instructions Thank you for choosing RCA Resolution it’s math...that works for youBest of both worlds What makes Hdtv betterDigital Signal and Sound Other Key Features of owning an RCA HdtvIntroduction Aspect RatioDVI-HDTV Input TruScan Digital Reality FeatureTable of Contents Table of Contents Chapter Overview Connections & SetupThings to Consider Before You Connect Connections & SetupDevices Choose Your ConnectionCables Connection Go to Needed Title DVD VCR TV + DVD + VCR Receiver SatelliteConnect your Satellite Receiver to your TV TV + Satellite Receiver + VCRTV+ A/V Receiver TV + DVI DevicePlug in the TV Use the Remote Control to Complete the Initial SetupPut Batteries in the Remote Turn on the TVSet the Menu Language Complete the Initial SetupWelcome Screen and Connection Confirmation Complete the Auto Channel SearchAutomatic Convergence Changing Lists and LabelsBack Panel Jacks in alphabetical order Explanation of JacksDVI-HDTV Input Lets you connect a device with a DVI output Front Input Jacks Front of Your TVFront Panel Buttons Using the Remote Control Buttons on the Remote Control Using the Remote ControlProgramming the Remote to Operate Other Devices Using Manual Code Search Using Direct EntryFind Out If You Need to Program the Remote Programming the RemoteUsing Automatic Code Search How to Use the Remote After You’ve Programmed ItModes of Operation Deleting ALL Volume Punchthrough Commands Volume Punchthrough FeatureRemote Code List Using the Input ButtonAudio Codes CableZenith DVD codesDVR/DVD Combos DVD/VCR Combo CodesDVR Codes DVR/CABLE CombosWeb TV VCR CodesUsing the TV’s Features Channel Banner Using the TV’s FeaturesDirect Tuning to a Digital Channel AutotuningWhy You Should Use the Autotuning Feature Digital and Analog ChannelsHow to Set Up the Autotuning Feature How V-Chip Works for USA and Canada Parental Controls and V-ChipUS V-Chip TV Rating Limit Rating Status Field Rating Field V-Chip Rating ScreenContent Themes Blocking Specific Content ThemesBlocking Age-Based Ratings Viewing Age-Based RatingsCanada V-Chip Ratings Rating Canadian French V-Chip Rating System Blocking Canadian V-Chip RatingsBlocking Unrated/Exempt Programs Chip Movie Rating LimitLock/Unlock Parental Controls Front Panel BlockUsing the TV’s Menu System Sound Menu Using the TV’s Menu SystemEqualizer Picture Menu Advanced picture settingsSharpness Black level Color Contrast Color warmth Cool Tint Channel Guide Menu Parental Control Menu Time MenuClosed caption Autotuning Convergence Setup MenuPress or key to select the closed Style Feature This page left blank intentionally Other Information Other Information Frequently Asked Questions FAQsTroubleshooting Low battery warning appears on screen Volume buttons not adjusting volume louderTV picture keeps switching between screen formats abruptly Can’t select certain channelRating limits don’t work Don’t remember my password and I want to unlock the TVCare and Cleaning For how long after your purchase RCA High-Definition Television Hdtv Limited WarrantyLimitation of Warranty Info Input SAT/CABLE IndexWest 103rd Street Indianapolis, TTE Technology, IncTocom
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