Basic features
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Using parental controls
Blocking TV programs and movies by rating (V-Chip)
Some TV programs and movies include signals that classify the content
of the program (as unsuitable for younger viewers). The V-Chip feature
in this TV detects the signals and blocks the programs according to the
ratings you select.
NOTE
The V-Chip feature in this TV supports the U.S. V-Chip system only.
1
Press the
MENU
button.
2
Select
Options
>
Parental Control and Locks
.
3
Press the
OK
button.
4
Enter your 4-digit PIN code.
5
Press the
p
/
q
(arrow) buttons to select
Enable Rating Blocking
and press the
OK
button.
6
Press the
p
/
q
(arrow) buttons to select
On
.
7
Press the
p
/
q
(arrow) buttons to select
Edit Rating Limits
, and
then press the
OK
button.
The
Edit Rating Limits
screen appears.
8
Press the
p
/
q
/
t
/
u
(arrow) buttons.
9
Press the
OK
button to select a level of blocking.
A box with an “X” indicates a rating that will be blocked. As you
highlight a rating, the rating’s definition appears at the bottom of
the screen.
10
Select
Done
and then press the
OK
button.
NOTE
This feature will not be available if no PIN code is set.
Downloading an additional rating system
An additional rating system may be available for use in selectively
blocking TV programs and movies.
NOTE
The currently tuned station must be receiving a digital signal before an
additional rating system can be downloaded.
1
Press the
MENU
button.
2
Select
Options
>
Parental Control and Locks
.
Using parental controls
