How to Use Your EXPLORER 2000, Continued
Understanding Ratings for Television Programs
The table below describes the rating categories and codes that are associated with television programs in the United States.
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| Y | Program is appropriate for children of all ages, and | |
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| specifically designed for children ages 2 through 6 years. | |
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| Y7 | Program is appropriate for children age 7 years and older. | |
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| This rating may also include the code FV, indicating the | |
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| program contains mild fantasy violence or comedy violence. | |
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| G | Program is appropriate for viewers of all ages. | |
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| PG | Parental guidance suggested. The program contains material | |
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| that parents may find unsuitable for young children. | |
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| Additional codes that may be included with the rating are: | |
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| • V - some violence | |
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| • | S - some sexual situations |
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| 1 4 | Parents strongly cautioned. The program contains material | |
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| that parents may find unsuitable for children under 14 years. | |
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| • V - intense violence | |
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| • | S - intense sexual situations |
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| • | L - strong indecent language |
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| • | D - suggestive dialog |
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| M A | Mature audience. The program is designed for an adult | |
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| audience. The program contains material that parents may | |
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| find unsuitable for children under 17 years. Additional codes | |
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| that may be included with the rating are: | |
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| • | V - graphic violence |
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| • S - explicit sexual situations | |
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| • | L - crude or indecent language |
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