RCA 27V571T, 24F671T Parental Controls and V-Chip, How V-Chip Works, USA V-Chip Rating System

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Using the TV’s Features

VID3 Compatible component video source, such as a DVD player or digital TV converter box, is connected to the VIDEO 3 Y, Pb, Pr jacks on the back of the TV and you want the TV to tune to the component video input channel when you press the corresponding button.

FRNT (Front Video Input) Component is connected to the VIDEO or S-VIDEO jack on the front of the TV and you want the TV to tune to the front video input channel when you press the corresponding button.

Parental Controls and V-Chip

The choices in the USA V-CHIPmenu 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 Òoff.Ó For instructions to turn on V-Chip, go to page 28.

How V-Chip Works

V-Chip reads the programÕs 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 a rating of Not Rated, and programs that are considered unrated. The TV age- based ratings and content themes you can block follow:

USA 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.

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Contents TV Users Guide Changing Entertainment. AgainProduct Registration Product InformationAlert Guard Important Information Page Table of Contents Table of Contents Things to Consider Before You Connect ChapterConnect your DVD Player to your TV Connect your TV to your VCRMake sure cable or antenna is connected to your VCR Go toExplanation of Jacks ¥ R and L/MONO Audio and VideoFront of Your TV Alert Guard Front Panel Buttons and Lights27V571T Front Panel 20F671T, 24F671T, 27F671T, 32F671T Front PanelFront Input Jacks Front Panel ButtonsHow to Use the Remote Control to Complete the Initial Setup Connect Alert Guard AntennaConnect TV Antenna Plug in the TVComplete the Initial Setup Alert Guard Initial SetupTurn on the TV Complete Auto Channel SearchChapter Setting AlarmWatch Advisory Indicator Button Descriptions for TV ModeButton Descriptions for Alert Guard Using the Input Button Button Descriptions for Other ModesFind Out If You Need to Program the Remote Programming the Remote to Operate Other ComponentsProgramming the Remote How to Use the Remote After You’ve Programmed It Using Direct EntryRemote Control Codes VCR CodesSatellite Receiver Codes VCR CodesProgrammable for the AUX button only Using the TV’s Features Alert GuardAlert Options AlertsWatch level Advisory levelLocations News WeatherNWR Channel Channel BannerChannel Frequency Why You Should Use the Auto Tuning Feature How to Set Up the Auto Tuning FeatureHow V-Chip Works Parental Controls and V-ChipUSA V-Chip Rating System USA V-Chip TV Rating Limit Blocking Specific Content Themes Hierarchy of Age-Based RatingsBlocking Age-Based Ratings Viewing Age-Based RatingsViewing Specific Content Themes Chip Movie Rating LimitChip Exempt Program Block Blocking Movie RatingsChange Password KidPassChip Active Front Panel LockUsing the TV’s Menu System Sound MenuUsing the TV’s Menu System Picture MenuUsing the TV’s Menu System Setup MenuTime Menu Parental Control MenuAlert Guard Menu Troubleshooting Alert Guard Problems NWR channel not clearNot getting local weather information from the NWR channel Message on-screen that areas were removedMessage on-screen that power was interrupted TV Problems TV won’t turn onMessage on-screen that I might have missed alerts Message seen option not workingPassword menu appears TV turns on unexpectedlyBlank screen No sound, picture okayRemote Control Doesn’t Work Care and CleaningDon’t remember my password and I want to unlock the TV Alert Guard Location Codes If you can’t find your location code, call 1-888-NWR-SAMEAlabama Counties AlaskaCalifornia Counties Colorado CountiesDelaware Counties Florida CountiesLeon 012073 Bulloch Indiana Counties Jay Kentucky Counties Maryland Counties Louisiana ParishesMichigan Counties Ingham 026065 Washtenaw Montana Counties Missouri CountiesNevada Cities Nebraska CountiesNew Jersey Counties New York Counties Oklahoma Counties Oregon Counties Puerto RicoRhode Island Counties South Dakota CountiesLake 047095 Islands Minor OutlyingVermont Counties Washington Counties Wisconsin Counties Wyoming CountiesMarine Areas What your warranty covers How you get serviceWhat your warranty does not cover For how long after your purchaseHow state law relates to this warranty Product Registration Limitation of WarrantyIf you purchased your product outside the United States Limited Warranty for model 27V571T Other Information Way Signal Splitter RCR160THM1North Meridian Street Indianapolis, Tocom 16356860 Rev1Televison Receiver FCC Declaration of Conformity
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