RCA L37WD12 manual Chip Rating Explanations, US V-Chip Rating System

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V-Chip Rating Explanations

US V-Chip Rating System

TV-MA (Mature Audience Only) Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and may be unsuitable for children under 17. It contains one or more of the following content themes: crude indecent language (L), explicit sexual activity (S), or graphic violence (V).

TV-14 (Parents Strongly Cautioned) Contains some material that many parents would find unsuitable for children under 14. Parents are strongly urged to exercise greater care in monitoring this program and are cautioned against letting children under the age of 14 watch unattended. This program contains one or more of the following content themes: intensely suggestive dialogue (D), strong coarse language (L), intense sexual situations (S), or intense violence

(V).

TV-PG (Parental Guidance Suggested) Contains material that parents may find unsuitable for younger children. Many parents may want to watch it with their younger children. The program contains one or more of the following content themes: some suggestive dialogue (D), infrequent coarse language (L), some sexual situations (S), or moderate violence

(V).

TV-G (General Audience) Most parents would find this program suitable for all ages. It contains little or no sexual dialogue (D) or situations (S), no strong language (L), and little or no violence (V).

TV-Y7 (Directed to Children 7 years and older) Designed for children ages 7 and above. It may be more appropriate for children who have acquired the developmental skills needed to distinguish between make-believe and reality. Themes and elements in this program may include mild fantasy violence (FV) or comedic violence, or may frighten children under the age of 7.

TV-Y (All Children) Themes and elements in this program are designed for a young audience, including children from ages 2-6. It is not expected to frighten younger children.

Canadian English V-Chip Rating System

18+ (Adults) Programming intended for adults 18 and older. It may contain elements of violence, language, and sexual content which could make it unsuitable for viewers under 18. Violence Guidelines: May contain violence integral to the development of the plot, character or theme, intended for adult audiences. Other Content Guidelines: May contain graphic language and explicit portrayals of nudity and/or sex.

14+ (Viewers 14 and over) Programming contains themes or content which may not be suitable for viewers under the age of 14. Parents are strongly cautioned to exercise discretion in permitting viewing by pre-teens and early teens. Violence Guidelines: May contain intense scenes of violence. Could deal with mature themes and societal issues in a realistic fashion. Other Content Guidelines: May contain scenes of nudity and/or sexual activity. There could be frequent use of profanity.

PG (Parental Guidance) Programming intended for a general audience but which may not be suitable for younger children (under the age of 8). Parents may consider some content inappropriate for unsupervised viewing by children aged 8-13. Violence Guidelines: Depictions of conflict and/or aggression will be limited and moderate; may include physical, fantasy, or supernatural violence. Other Content Guidelines: May contain infrequent mild profanity, or mildly suggestive language. Could also contain brief scenes of nudity.

G (General Audience) Programming considered acceptable for all ages groups. While not designed specifically for children, it is understood younger viewers may be part of the audience. Violence Guidelines: Will contain very little violence, either physical or verbal or emotional. Will be sensitive to themes which could frighten a younger child, will not depict realistic scenes of violence which minimize or gloss over the effects of violent acts. Other Content Guidelines: There may be some inoffensive slang, no profanity and no nudity.

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Contents Changing Entertainment. Again LCD User’s GuideProduct Registration Product Information Important InformationO U N D C L a M P S Important Safety InstructionsTable of Contents Things to Consider Before You Connect Getting Regular Analog Channels Connections and SetupGet the Picture Getting Digital ChannelsJacks Used Cables Needed Go to Choose Your ConnectionComponent Video Advanced Connection Video Basic ConnectionRed Connecting the Device with Video Basic Connecting the Device with Component Video AdvancedViewing the Picture from the Connected Device HDMI/DVI Connection This is an example of a connection using the HDMI/DVI jackConnecting the Device Viewing the PC VGA ConnectionTurn on the TV How to Use the Remote Control to Complete the Initial SetupPlug in the TV Put Batteries in the RemoteComplete the Initial Setup Complete Channel SetupSet the Menu Language Complete the Channel Search What To ExpectWatching TV Changing ChannelsExplanation of Jacks in alphabetical order Right Side Input Jacks when facing back of TV Buttons and Other Jacks On Your TVFront Panel Buttons Buttons on the Remote Control Channel Banner Using the TVs FeaturesLock/Unlock Parental Controls Using the TV’s FeaturesParental Controls and V-Chip How V-Chip Works for USA and CanadaHierarchy of Age-Based Ratings US V-Chip TV RatingsV-Chip Rating Screen Blocking Age-Based RatingsBlocking Specific Content Themes Content ThemesBlocking Canadian V-Chip Ratings Front Panel Block Chip Movie Rating LimitBlock Channels Block Digital ChannelsBlocking Unrated/Exempt Programs Additional FeaturesLock Time Menu Future Rating RegionScreen Formats CalendarUsing the Menu System Channel Guide MenuSound Menu Sound mode Normal Using the TVs Menu SystemPicture Menu Advanced settingsAdvanced picture settings not available on VGA VGA Picture menu Setup MenuClosed caption options on next Preferences Time Menu Parental Control MenuOther Information Frequently Asked Questions FAQsOther Information TroubleshootingTV turns off unexpectedly Volume buttons not adjusting volume louderTV picture keeps switching between screen formats abruptly Buttons don’t workRating limits don’t work Don’t remember my password and I want to unlock the TVMounting Your TV to the Wall Chip Rating Explanations US V-Chip Rating SystemCanadian English V-Chip Rating System Canadian French V-Chip Rating System How to Set Up the Autotuning Feature AutotuningWhat we will do within one year Limited WarrantyHow state law relates to warranty Care and CleaningThis page left intentionally blank This page left intentionally blank This page left intentionally blank This page left intentionally blank Tocom 1670729A FCC InformationTTE Technology, Inc West 103rd St Indianapolis,