Using the TV’s Features

 

Age-Based

Canada V-Chip French Rating System

 

 

 

 

Rating

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

18+

Adults. Programming is for adults only. This program contains sustained violence or extremely

 

 

 

violent scenes.

 

 

 

 

 

 

16+

Viewers 16 and over. Programming is not suitable for those under age 16. This program contains

 

 

 

frequent scenes of violence or intensely violent scenes.

 

 

 

 

 

 

13+

13+ (Viewers 13 and over) Programming may not be suitable for children under the age of 13. This

 

 

 

program either contains several violent scenes or one or more scenes that are violent enough to

 

 

 

affect them. Viewing in the company of an adult is therefore strongly recommended for children

 

 

 

under the age of 13.

 

 

 

 

 

 

8+

8+ (Viewers 8 and over) Not recommended for young children. This program is suitable for most

 

 

 

audiences, but it contains mild or occasional violence that could upset young children. Viewing in the

 

 

 

company of an adult is therefore recommended for young children (under the age of 8) who do not

 

 

 

distinguish between reality and imagination.

 

 

 

 

 

 

G

G (General Audience) This program is suitable for audiences of all ages. It contains no violence, or

 

 

 

any violence that it does contain is either minimal or is presented in a humorous manner, as a

 

 

 

caricature, or in an unrealistic way.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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1 English Ratings

2 French Ratings

Main Menu Parental Controls Canada V-Chip

You may not need to set the options on this screen unless you live in or near Canada.

The TV must be locked for the rating limits to be enforced.

Rating Status

"18+"

Blocked

 

"14+"

Blocked

Not Rated

"PG"

Blocked

Movies

 

 

"G"

Viewable

Blocked

"C8+"

Viewable

 

"C"

Viewable

 

Press OK to block or view programs with this rating and corresponding themes. Press￿to return to the menu.

Canada V-Chip

The English or French Canada V-Chip TV Rating lets you decide which TV programs can and cannot be viewed. To set TV programming limits:

1.Choose Parental Controls from the Main menu. If Parental Controls (TV) have previously been locked, you must enter your password.

2.Highlight Canada V-Chipand select either Canada’s English Ratings or French Ratings.

3.Once you get to the English or French Ratings screen, use the arrow buttons and OK on your remote to change the status of a TV program rating or content theme from Viewable to Blocked.

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1 Lock TV

2 Video Input List

3 Cable Channel List

4 Antenna Ch. List

5 USA V-Chip

6Canada V-Chip

7 V-Chip Unrated

8 Front Button Block

9 Web Browser Block

Main Menu Parental Controls

Block Unrated and Exempt Programs

View Unrated and Exempt Programs

Note: "Unrated" and "Exempt" TV programs may include news, sports, political, religious, local and weather programs, emergency bulletins, public announcements, programs without ratings, the Movie rating "N/A",

the USA TV rating "None", and the Canadian rating of "Exempt" (E).

The TV must be locked for the V-Chip Unrated feature to be enforced.

Unrated programming can either be blocked or viewable when the TV is locked. Press OK to continue.

V-Chip Unrated Program Block

Selecting this option lets you decide if programs that the V-Chip recognizes as “Unrated” (USA) and “Exempt” (Canada) can be viewed. Note that “Unrated” and “Exempt” TV programs may include news, sports, political, religious, local and weather programs, emergency bulletins, public announcements, and programs without ratings, the movie rating “N/A,” and the TV rating “None” and the Canadian rating of “Exempt.”

Block Unrated and Exempt Programs All unrated and exempt programs are available.

View Unrated and Exempt Programs All unrated and exempt programs are not available.

Note: You must remember to lock the TV for rating limits to take effect.

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RCA DVR2080, DVR2160 manual Age-Based Canada V-Chip French Rating System 18+, 16+, 13+, Chip Unrated Program Block

DVR2080, DVR2160 specifications

The RCA DVR2160 and DVR2080 are advanced digital video recorders that have solidified their place in the home entertainment sector. Both models offer a compelling array of features and technologies designed to enhance user experience while delivering high-quality video recording and playback.

Starting with the RCA DVR2160, this model features a twin tuner system that allows users to watch one program while simultaneously recording another. This is particularly beneficial for families with varied viewing preferences. The DVR2160 has a storage capacity that can accommodate a significant number of hours of video content, allowing viewers to record their favorite shows without worrying about space constraints. The user interface is intuitive, making it easy to navigate through recorded content and scheduled programs.

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One of the key characteristics of the DVR2080 is its user-friendly scheduling feature, which enables users to set recordings in advance with ease. This model also includes an electronic program guide that allows viewers to browse through available programming and set recordings with just a few clicks.

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