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B. Changing the PIN code
The change PIN feature allows you to change the current PIN
to a new secret PIN to protect certain settings from being
changed.
1. Enable the V-Chip function, following the procedures
listed in the “Turning the V-Chip on” section.
2. Press the UP/DOWN ( /) button to select “Change PIN”.
You will be prompted to enter 4-digit PIN.
3. Enter your new secret PIN using the number buttons (0-
9) on the remote control.
After the 4-digit PIN is entered, you will be prompted to
enter the new 4-digit PIN again.
4. Enter the 4-digit PIN again to confirm it.
5. Press the MENU button twice to exit the menu.
When a new PIN is created, the new PIN is remembered and
must be used when you use the V-Chip the next time.
Using the V-ChipTo use the V-Chip feature, perform the following steps using the on-screen menu:
A. Turning the V-Chip on
1. Press the MENU button.
2. Press the UP/DOWN ( /) button to select “Setup”,
then ENTER to confirm.
3. Press the UP/DOWN ( /) button to select “V-Chip”.
You will be prompted to enter a 4-digit PIN.
4. Enter the 4-digit PIN “1234,” using the number buttons
(0-9) on the remote control.
5. After the 4-digit PIN is entered, a V-Chip menu appears.
Press the ENTER button to highlight the “Set V-Chip”
item.
6. Press the LEFT/RIGHT ( /) button to select “ON”, then
ENTER to enable the V-Chip.
7. Press the MENU button twice to exit the menu.
Once the V-Chip function is enabled, the TV rating and movie
rating systems are enabled as well. You are then ready to
control the setting for TV and movie ratings.
Using the V-Chip ControlsThe V-chip is an electronic circuit that enables families to block content that is unsuitable or
objectionable for children. V-chip-enabled programming is available in certain countries, including
Canada and the USA. Users must enter the PIN (personal identification number) to change V-Chip
settings. The default PIN is 1234. Use the default PIN to access V-Chip settings for the first time, then
change. Only V-Chip systems from the U.S. are supported.