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Rating Control is a password-protected system that allows you to
block playback of DVDs based on their content. The system uses an
eight level rating system.
• If you try to play a DVD that exceeds the selected rating, an error
message will appear.
• Not all discs are rated.
1Open “Initial Setup” menu
Press the SETUP button while the DVD is in Stop mode.
2Select “DVD”
Use the
/
buttons to highlight “DVD”, then press ENTER to
select.
3Select “Parental”
Use the
/
buttons to highlight “Parental”, then press ENTER to
select.
4Select “Use Password”
Use the
/
buttons to highlight “Use Password”, then press
the
button to select one of the following options:
•Off - No password is necessary to view a DVD or to change the
Rating Level. No additional settings are necessary.
•On - A password is necessary to view a DVD and to view the
Rating Level. The menu will change as shown.
NOTES:
•The first time “Require Password” is set to “Yes,” you will be
prompted to enter a new password.
•If the “Enter Password” screen appears, then “Require
Password” has already been set to “Yes.” Please skip to Step 5.
•There is no Default Password.
5Enter Password
Use the number buttons (0-9) on the remote control to enter the
4-digit password.
•Write your password down, and keep it in a safe place in case
you need it to change your settings later.
6Select “Rating Level”
Use the
/
buttons to highlight “Rating Level”, then press
ENTER to select.
7Change Rating Level
Use the
/
buttons to select one of the following ratings:
• Level 8 Adult • Level 4
• Level 7 • Level 3
• Level 6 • Level 2
• Level 5 • Level 1 Kids Safe
All ratings above the level you select will also be blocked, e.g., if
you block Level 6, then Levels 7 and 8 will also be blocked.
Press ENTER to confirm your selection.
•If you forgot your password, press power on from a cold start
with no disc in the unit. Press the REW and FF buttons
simultaneously on the front panel for 5 seconds. The “Reset OK”
message will appear.
Parental