Using the TV’s Features
Parental Controls and V-Chip
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Once you block programs, you can unblock programs by entering a password.
By default, the software inside your TV is turned “off.” For instructions to turn on
How V-Chip Works
(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
The TV
The following sections give you more details about how to change the status of TV program limits.
PARENTAL CONTROL
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Lock |
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Parental Control is locked. A password is now necessary to change settings.
Activate Parental Control
Note: The PASSWORD screen appears the first time you enter the Parental Control menu. Follow the on screen instructions to create your PASSWORD using the number buttons on the remote. If you forget this password, refer to the bottom of this page for instructions on how to change the password.
This feature lets you activate and deactivate parental control features.
From the PARENTAL CONTROL menu, press the down arrow button to highlight Lock.
Press the right or left arrow button to activate (box has check mark) or deactivate (box doesn’t have check mark) PARENTAL CONTROL features.
Remember: If you do not activate Parental Control (by locking it), none of Parental Control features will take effect.
Resetting the Password
If you forget your password, you can reset it. Here is how to do it:
1.Make sure the TV is off.
2.Press VOL- on the TV’s front panel and then CLEAR on the remote for approximately 5 seconds. The TV will turn back on.
3.Enter a new password the next time you access the PARENTAL CONTROL or the TIME menu.
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