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Using the V-Chip, continued

Next, press VOL + to activate the category.

While a particular category is selected, press VOL + to activate it.

Press MENU to exit the V-Chip menu.

Note: The V-Chip will automatically block any category that is “more restrictive”.

For example, if you block the “PG-13” category, then “R”, “NC-17” and “X” will automatically be blocked also.

How to Reset the TV after the V-Chip Blocks a Channel(“Emergency Escape”)

If the TV is tuned to a restricted channel, the V-Chip will block it. The screen will go blank and the following message will appear:

“Excessive rating.”

To resume normal viewing, tune to a different channel using the number buttons. Under certain conditions (depending on the rating of the local TV programs) the V-Chip might lock out all the channels.

In this case, use the V-Chip function for an “emergency escape”:

1Press MENU to display the menu.

2Press CH▼ until “V-chip” is selected. Press VOL+.

3Press VOL +. The “Enter PIN” screen will appear. Enter your 4-digit PIN number.

4Press VOL+: The V-Chip lock field will appear, and “V-Chip lock” will be selected.

Press VOL+ to switch V-Chip off. (Repeatedly pressing VOL+ will alternate between yes and no.)

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