Program Rating Lock
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Program Rating Lock
When turned on, the Program Rating Lock feature can automatically block programs that you deem inappropriate for your children. You must enter a PIN (personal identification number) before you can set or change any of the Program Rating Lock restrictions.
•• Off / On
――This option is available when the input source is TV.――The default PIN number for a new product set is•• TV Rating: You can block TV programs based on their ratings. This function allows you to control what your children can watch. TV Rating displays a grid with locks. The following categories are on the left side.
All: Lock all TV ratings. / FV: Fantasy violence / V: Violence / S: Sexual situation / L: Adult Language / D: Sexually Suggestive Dialog
――To block certain content, you select a lock, and press E (That is, you “click it”.). For example, click the lock at the intersection of V and
――To unblock a category, click the lock. To unblock all the categories in a row, click the lock under All. ――To watch a blocked program, you must enter the Security code when requested.
•• Movie Rating (MPAA): You can block movies based on their MPAA rating. The Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) has implemented a rating system that provides parents or guardians with advanced information on which films are appropriate for children.
Movie Rating (MPAA) displays a column with locks and the following ratings categories.
G: General audience (no restrictions). / PG: Parental guidance suggested. /
Restricted. Children under 17 should be accompanied by an adult. /
――To block certain content, you select a lock, and press E (That is, you “click it”.). For example, click the X lock and you block all
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