RCA HD65W140, HD61W140 How V-Chip Works, Chip TV Ratings, Editing Channels in the Channel Lists

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Using the TV’s Features

For each major channel 0 through 125 found through channel search in Antenna A and B Lists, there are six subchannels (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6 to 999). The subchannels are the same for every major channel and are not based on which subchannels a broadcaster is actually broadcasting. Subchannels are not supported for major channels 126 through 999. An analog channel (major) and a digital channel (subchannel) can share the same channel number and are both listed in the Antenna A/B List screens.

Editing Channels in the Channel Lists

All the lists are only editable through the Unlocked List and Locked List in the Parental Controls menu You can remove or “hide” a channel from the Unlocked List by removing the checkmark in the checkbox. Also, you can remove or “hide” a channel from the Locked List by selecting Blocked in the Locked List. When you press the channel buttons, that channel will be skipped. When the TV is locked, you can still access the channel directly by using the number buttons on the remote control but may not be able to see the video until a valid password is entered.

You can also add ALL or delete ALL channels in a list by changing the checkbox or choice field in the line that says All channels, but be very careful because you could erase all of your selections with one selection.

Notes: The Guide Plus+ system and Parental Controls both have a channel selection feature.

The Channel feature in the GUIDE Plus+ system controls which channels appear in the guide and has no effect on which channels appear in the channel lists, and vice versa.

If a cable box is connected to Antenna A, the channel list can be edited for Antenna A in the Parental Controls menu. If a cable box is connected via INPUT1, the channel list cannot be edited. You can only use channel up/down or use the number buttons.

How V-Chip Works

The V-Chip software reads a code that most broadcasters send with programs. That code tells the software 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 and the TV is locked and you tune to a program whose rating exceeds the rating limit you set, you will receive a message telling you that the program is not approved for viewing.

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 and the TV is locked. You can also block out programs that have been given a rating of “Not Rated,” and programs that are considered “unrated.” The TV age-based ratings and content themes you can block are in the table on the next page.

V-Chip TV Ratings

The V-Chip TV Rating lets you decide which TV programs can and cannot be viewed. To set TV programming limits:

1.Choose Parental Controls from the Main menu. If Parental Controls (TV) have previously been locked, you must enter your password.

2.Highlight and select V-Chip TV Rating.

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

Proceed to the next sections for more details about how to change the status of TV program limits.

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Contents High-definition television Important Information DTVLink Digital Television Link Key Features OverviewOn-screen Program Guide Chip Parental ControlsOn-Screen Help Text Auto TuningRecord Output Jacks Integrated Hdtv TunerTable of Contents Reference Using the TV’s Menu SystemChapter Overview Connections & SetupThings to Consider Before You Connect Cables Connection Go to Needed Title Choose Your ConnectionCables You Need to Connect Components to Your TV ComponentsViewing the Components How to Connect TV + VCR + DVD PlayerGo to Satellite Receiver How to Connect TV + Satellite Receiver + VCRHow to Connect A/V Amplifier/Receiver + Speakers How to Connect Dolby Digital Receiver + SpeakersHow to Connect TV + Speakers Digital Audio Out Jack and Optical Cable DTVLink Digital Television Link ConnectorsExplanation of Input Jacks and Cables Ethernet Jack and CableRF Jacks and Coaxial Cables F-type Component Video YPbPr Jacks and CablesVideo Jacks and Cables Composite Audio/Video Jacks and Cables RCA-typeRight Back of the TVCenter Speaker Input DVI-HDTV Placing the G-LINK Wands Why You Should Connect the G-LINK CableHow to Find the Remote Sensor Front Panel Front of Your TVFront Inputs Turn on the TV Use the Remote Control to Complete the Assisted SetupPlug in the TV Put batteries in the remoteComplete Channel Search Complete the Assisted SetupGuide Plus+ System Setup Set the Menu LanguageConfiguring for Cable Configuring for a VCR Confirming Your Settings Next Steps What to ExpectOverview Using the Remote ControlButtons on the Remote Control Using the Remote ControlUsing the Remote Control Programming the Remote Using Direct EntryProgramming the Remote to Operate Other Components Find Out If You Need to Program the RemoteUsing Automatic Code Search Using the Input Button Cable Box Codes VCR CodesAudio Codes Satellite Receiver CodesDVD codes Using the TV’s Menu System Controls Menus, On-screen Help and Control PanelsExiting a menu On-Screen HelpCheck Box List SlidersPicture Quality Menu Picture SettingsPicture Presets Convergence Auto ColorColor Warmth Noise FilterGraphic Equalizer Reset ControlsAudio Menu Audio Language Audio ProcessorSound Logic Fixed/Variable Out SAP Second Audio ProgramBalance Subwoofer Time MenuConnections Menu Digital Audio OutChannel Search Software UpgradeSignal Source Special Features Signal TypeClosed Captioning Ethernet SetupPreferences Menu Analog Captions Screen Format Menu Language Record OutputColor Scheme TranslucencyDigital Channel Info Using the TV’s Features About the Channel Banner Using the TV’s FeaturesRight arrow button Digital or Analog TV ChannelGuide Plus+ System Menus Using the Guide Plus+ SystemAbout the Guide Plus+ System Expanded Information ListingsGuide Action Buttons Locking the Video Window SortNews ScheduleChannels SetupMessages PromotionsLock/Unlock TV Parental ControlsEditing Channels in the Channel Lists How V-Chip WorksChip TV Ratings TV-14 V-Chip Rating Limit ScreenHierarchy of Age-Based Ratings Blocking Specific Content ThemesBlocking Age-Based Ratings Viewing Age-Based RatingsViewing Movie Ratings Viewing Specific Content ThemesChip Movie Rating Limit Blocking Movie RatingsWeb Browser Block Chip Unrated Program BlockFront Button Block Auto Tuning Feature PIP Buttons Using the PIP FeaturePIP Picture-in-Picture Operation PIP Problems? Using the Web BrowserWeb Browser Button Interaction Browser Screen Burn PreventionSaving Your Favorite URLs Controlling the Web BrowserThis page is intentionally left blank Reference TV turns on unexpectedly TV won’t turn onButtons don’t work TV turns off while playingSound okay, picture poor Can’t select certain channelNoisy stereo reception No picture, no sound but TV is onScheduled Watch or Record doesn’t occur Program information doesn’t downloadRating limits don’t work Don’t remember my password and I want to unlock the TVHdtv Specifications Front Panel Back Panel Inputs/Outputs Accessory Information Way Splitter VH49 Accessory Order FormPlacing an Order Limited Warranty Care and Cleaning Index SymbolsInput Video INPUT4/AUDIO Tocom 15876330 REV Thomson multimedia IncNorth Meridian Street Indianapolis,