Television
User's Guide
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TOCOM 1616332A
Changing Entertainment. Again.
Important Information
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
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Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
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WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
Product Registration
Refer to the identification/rating label located on the back panel of your product for its proper operating voltage.
FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void the user’s authority to operate it.
Caution: Using video games or any external accessory with fixed images for extended periods of time can cause them to be permanently imprinted on the picture tube (or projection TV picture tubes). ALSO, some network/program logos, phone numbers, etc. may cause similar damage. This damage is not covered by your warranty.
Cable TV Installer: This reminder is provided to call your attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code (Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1) which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
Please fill out the product registration card (packed separately) and return it immediately. For U.S. customers: Your RCA Consumer Electronics product may also be registered at www.rca.com/ productregistration. Registering this product allows us to contact you if needed.
Product Information
Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of purchase. Attach it here and record the serial and model numbers. These numbers are located on the product.
Model No. ____________________ Serial No. __________________ Purchase Date: ______________
Dealer/Address/Phone: _________________________________________________________________
Table of Contents |
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Chapter 1: Connections & Setup |
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Things to Consider Before You Connect ....................................................................... |
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Protect Against Power Surges ........................................................................... |
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Protect Components from Overheating ........................................................... |
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Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference .................................... |
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Important Stand and Base Safety Information ................................................ |
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Use Indirect Light ............................................................................................... |
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Cables Needed to Connect Components to Your TV ....................................... |
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TV + DVD + VCR .............................................................................................................. |
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Explanation of Jacks ....................................................................................................... |
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The Front of Your TV ...................................................................................................... |
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Front Input Jacks ................................................................................................ |
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Front Panel Buttons ........................................................................................... |
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Plug in the TV .................................................................................................................. |
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Put batteries in the remote ........................................................................................... |
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How to Use the Remote Control to Complete the Initial Setup ................................ |
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Turn on the TV ................................................................................................................. |
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Complete the Initial Setup ............................................................................................. |
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Complete Auto Channel Search ........................................................................ |
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Chapter 2: Using the Remote Control |
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Button Descriptions for TV Mode .................................................................................. |
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Button Descriptions for DVD and VCR Modes.............................................................. |
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Using the INPUT Button ................................................................................... |
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Programming the Remote to Operate Other Components....................................... |
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Find Out If You Need to Program the Remote ............................................... |
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Programming the Remote ............................................................................... |
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How to Use the Remote After You’ve Programmed It .................................. |
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Remote Control Codes ................................................................................................. |
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Chapter 3: Using the TV’s Features |
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Channel Banner ............................................................................................................ |
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Why You Should Use the Auto Tuning Feature ........................................................ |
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How to Set Up the Auto Tuning Feature ........................................................ |
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Parental Controls and V-Chip ..................................................................................... |
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How V-Chip Works ........................................................................................... |
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USA V-Chip Rating System ............................................................................... |
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Canadian English V-Chip Rating System ......................................................... |
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Canadian French V-Chip Rating System .......................................................... |
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USA V-Chip TV Rating Limit ............................................................................. |
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Blocking Specific Content Themes .................................................................. |
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Viewing Specific Content Themes ................................................................... |
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Blocking Canadian V-Chip Ratings .................................................................. |
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V-Chip Movie Rating Limit ............................................................................... |
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V-Chip Exempt Program Block ......................................................................... |
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V-Chip Active .................................................................................................... |
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Front Panel Lock ............................................................................................... |
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Change Password ............................................................................................. |
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Chapter 4: Using the TV’s Menu System |
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Sound Menu.................................................................................................................. |
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Picture Menu ................................................................................................................ |
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Setup Menu .................................................................................................................. |
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Parental Control Menu ................................................................................................ |
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Time Menu .................................................................................................................... |
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Chapter 5: Other Information |
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Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................ |
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Care and Cleaning ........................................................................................................ |
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Limited Warranty ......................................................................................................... |
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Chapter 1: Connections & Setup
Things to Consider Before You Connect
Protect Against Power Surges
•Connect all components before you plug any of their power cords into the wall outlet.
•Turn off the TV and/or component before you connect or disconnect any cables.
•Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded. Refer to the Important Safety Instructions packed separately.
Protect Components from Overheating
•Don’t block ventilation holes on any of the components. Arrange the components so that air can circulate freely.
•Don’t stack components.
•If you place components in a stand, make sure you allow adequate ventilation.
•If you connect an audio receiver or amplifier, place it on the top shelf so the heated air from it won’t flow around other components.
Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference
•Insert each cable firmly into the designated jack.
•If you place components above the TV, route all cables down the side of the back of the TV instead of straight down the middle of the TV.
•If your antenna uses 300-ohm twin lead cables, do not coil the cables. Also, keep the twin lead cables away from audio/video cables.
Important Stand and Base Safety Information
Choose the location for your TV carefully. Place the TV on a stand or base that is of adequate size and strength to prevent the TV from being accidentally tipped over, pushed off, or pulled off. This could cause personal injury and/or damage the TV. Refer to the Important Safety Instructions packed separately.
Use Indirect Light
Don’t place the TV where sunlight or room lighting will be directed toward the screen. Use soft or indirect lighting.
Cables Needed to Connect Components to Your TV
The pictures below show the cables needed for the connections represented in this book.
Coaxial cable |
S-Video cable |
Audio/Video cables |
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Connections & Setup
TV (back panel)
VCR
VIDEO |
AUDIO |
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TV + DVD + VCR
1.Connect your DVD Player to your TV.
A.Connect the audio (white and red) cables to the R and L/MONO AUDIO jacks on the back of the TV and to the Audio Output jacks on the DVD player.
B.If your DVD player has an S-Video jack, connect an S-Video cable to the S-Video jack on the DVD player and to the S-VIDEO IN jack on the back of the TV. If your DVD player doesn’t have an S-Video jack, go to C.
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C.Connect a video cable (yellow) to the Video Output Jack on the DVD player and to the VIDEO jack on the back of the TV.
2.Connect your TV to your VCR.
Connect a coaxial cable to the TV ANT jack on your TV and to the Output Jack on your VCR (sometimes labeled OUT TO TV).
3.Make sure cable or antenna is connected to your VCR.
Connect the coaxial cable from your cable outlet or antenna to the antenna input on the VCR.
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Connections & Setup
Explanation of Jacks
This section describes the jacks you can use to make connections. There are several ways to connect components to your TV.
TV ANT Lets you connect a coaxial cable to receive the signal from the antenna, cable, cable box, or if using the example on page 4, a VCR.
1 VIDEO
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L/MONO |
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VIDEO S-VIDEO IN |
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VIDEO 1
Lets you connect a component such as a VCR or DVD player.
•R (RIGHT) AUDIO Provides right audio connection. The right audio connector is usually red.
•L/MONO AUDIO Provides left audio connection. The left audio connector is usually white.
•VIDEO Provides composite video connection. The video connector is usually yellow.
•S-VIDEO IN Provides better picture quality than the video jack because the color part of the signal is separated from the black and white part of the picture. When using S-VIDEO IN, make sure to connect left and right audio cables to the L/ MONO and R AUDIO Input jacks.
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Connections & Setup
The Front of Your TV
Front Input Jacks
The TV has front input jacks for your convenience: one set of audio/video inputs. To access the component you connected to the front of the TV, press the INPUT button on your remote until FRNT appears on the screen. The jacks are ideal for connecting a video game console or a camcorder.
Note: When connecting a component that has only one audio jack, such as some camcorders, use the TV’s AUDIO L /MONO jack to hear the audio.
VIDEO Receives video from another component such as a VCR, camcorder, or video game console.
L/MONO and R AUDIO Receives audio from another component such as a VCR, camcorder, or video game console.
Front Panel Buttons
If you cannot locate your remote, you can use the front panel buttons of your TV to operate many of the TV’s features.
MENU Brings up the Main menu.
CH v Scans down through the current channel list. In the menu system, acts like the down arrow button on the remote control and adjusts menu controls.
CH v Scans up through the channel list. In the menu system, acts like the up arrow button on the remote control and adjusts menu controls.
VOL - Decreases the volume. In the menu system, acts like the left arrow button on the remote control and adjusts menu controls.
VOL + Increases the volume. In the menu system, acts like the right arrow button on the remote control and adjusts menu controls.
POWER Turns the TV on and off.
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Connections & Setup
Plug in the TV
Plug the end of the power cord into a grounded wall outlet. Insert the plug completely into the outlet.
Put batteries in the remote
•Remove the battery compartment cover from the back of the remote by pushing down on and sliding off the cover.
•Insert 2 fresh “AAA” batteries. Make sure the polarities (+ and -) are aligned correctly.
•Replace the cover.
ON OFF
DVD
VCR |
TV |
VOL |
CH |
MUTE |
GO BACK |
CLEAR |
MENU |
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OK |
PRESETS |
SKIP |
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SETUP |
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Go Back |
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Auto Ch. Search |
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Closed Caption |
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Auto Tuning |
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Language |
English . . . |
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Arrows
OK button
How to Use the Remote Control to Complete the Initial Setup
The technical term is “Navigation”– how you move through the on-screen menus. The method is the same throughout the menu screens: highlight your choice and select it.
To highlight a menu item, press the arrow buttons on the remote to highlight one of the items listed on the screen. Use the up or down arrow button to move up or down. Use the right or left arrow button to move right or left.
To select the item that you’ve highlighted, press OK.
Note: Highlighted means that the menu item stands out from other menu items on the list (appears darker, brighter, or a different color).
Turn on the TV
Press TV on the remote, or press POWER on the TV’s front panel.
Note: Pressing the TV button not only turns on the TV, but puts the remote into TV mode. “TV mode” means that the buttons on the remote control operate the TV’s functions.
Complete the Initial Setup
The menu system in your TV allows the TV’s features to work properly. The first time you turn on your TV, the SETUP screen appears with Language highlighted. The default language is English. To choose another language, press the right arrow button on the remote.
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Connections & Setup
AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH
Go Back
Signal Type 
Cable. . .
Start
Channel
Complete Auto Channel Search
This part of the setup allows the TV to search for all channels viewable through your antenna or cable TV system. This is sometimes called auto programming.
1.Highlight Auto Ch. Search and press OK.
2.The Signal Type option is set to Cable. To change the option to Antenna, press the right arrow button and then press OK.
3.Press the down arrow button to highlight Start. Press OK to begin the auto channel search.
Once the search is complete, you can begin watching TV. For information on customizing your channels or menu options, go to Chapter 4.
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Chapter 2: Using the Remote Control
Indicator
ON OFF
DVD
VCR |
TV |
VOL |
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CH |
MUTE |
GO BACK |
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CLEAR |
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MENU |
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OK |
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PRESETS |
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SKIP |
CC |
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INFO |
GUIDE |
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INPUT |
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ANTENNA |
REVERSE |
PLAY |
FORWARD |
RECORD |
STOP |
PAUSE |
AGAIN |
ZOOM |
OPEN CLOSE |
SPEED SEARCH
Button Descriptions for TV Mode
Arrows Used to highlight different items in the TV menu and to adjust the menu controls.
Indicator Indicates the programming mode when programming the remote to control components. Lights when you press a valid button on the remote. Flickers when a button is pressed and the batteries are low.
(0-9) Number Buttons Enter channel numbers and time settings directly through the remote control.
To enter a one-digit channel, enter a zero first. To enter a two-digit channel, press the two digits and expect a few seconds delay. This is if you want to enter a third digit.
CC Toggles closed captioning on and off.
CH + or CH - Scans up or down through the current channel list. Press once to change the channel up or down; press and hold to continue changing channels.
CLEAR Removes any menu or display from the screen and returns you to normal viewing.
GO BACK Returns you to the previous channel.
INFO Brings up the channel banner.
INPUT Toggles through the available input sources (VID1/SVID1, FRNT, and current channel).
MENU Brings up the Main menu.
MUTE Reduces the TV’s volume to its minimum level. Press again to restore the volume.
OK When in the menu system, selects highlighted items.
ON•OFF When in TV mode, turns the TV on and off. If in another mode (VCR or DVD) and programmed, will turn the component on and off.
PRESETS Picture options are reset to original factory settings.
SKIP Press once before changing channels and the TV will wait 30 seconds before returning to the original channel. Press repeatedly to add more time.
TV Turns on the TV and puts the remote in TV mode. Also displays current status.
VOL – or VOL + Decreases or increases the TV’s volume.
Button Descriptions for DVD and VCR Modes
AGAIN In DVD mode, replays the last several seconds of the title you’re playing.
ANTENNA In VCR mode, functions as a TV/VCR button.
DVD Puts the remote in DVD mode and, if auto tuning is enabled, will turn on the TV and tune to the correct video input channel. Also used with the ON•OFF button to turn on other compatible DVD players.
GUIDE If you’re operating another component that has an on-screen program guide, this button accesses the on-screen guide.
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Using the Remote Control
OPEN•CLOSE In DVD mode, opens or closes the DVD disc tray.
REVERSE, PLAY, FORWARD, RECORD, STOP, PAUSE If programmed, provides transport control for some remote-controllable VCRs or DVD players.
SEARCH In VCR mode, accesses Index Search feature.
SPEED In VCR mode, selects a recording speed.
VCR Puts the remote in VCR mode and, if auto tuning is enabled, will turn on the TV and tune to the correct video input channel.
ZOOM In DVD mode, zooms in on the picture.
Using the INPUT Button
Use the INPUT button to scroll through the available video input channels and view components you have connected to the TV.
1.Make sure the component you want to view is turned ON.
2.Press INPUT to tune to an available video input source and view the component.
3.To return to the previous channel, continue pressing INPUT.
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You’ll use these buttons when programming the remote.
Programming the Remote to Operate Other Components
The universal remote can be programmed to operate most brands of remote controllable components. The remote is already programmed to operate most RCA, GE, and Proscan components.
Notes: The TV button can’t be programmed on this remote.
The remote may not be compatible with all brands and models of components. It also may not operate all functions of the remote that came with your component.
Find Out If You Need to Program the Remote
To determine whether the universal remote needs to be programmed for your component, turn the component ON. For example, to program the remote for a VCR, turn on the VCR. Point the remote at the VCR, and press the VCR button. Then press ON•OFF or CH + (channel up) or CH – (channel down) to see if the VCR responds to the remote commands. If the component does not respond, the remote needs to be programmed.
Programming the Remote
There are two ways to program the remote control:
•automatic code search
•direct entry
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Chapter 2 |
Using the Remote Control
Using Automatic Code Search
The following instructions can be used to program the remote to operate each of your components. If you want to stop the automatic code search without programming any of your components, press CLEAR until the indicator light on the remote turns off.
1.Turn on the component you want to operate (VCR or DVD player)
2.Press and hold the component button you want to program (VCR or DVD). While holding the component button, press and hold ON•OFF until the indicator light on the remote turns on, then release both buttons.
3.Point the remote at the component. Press and release PLAY (the indicator light on the remote flashes).
The remote is searching for the correct code to program. When the indicator stops flashing (after about 5 seconds), press PLAY again to tell the remote to search the next set of codes.
Continue pressing PLAY until the component turns off or the indicator light on the remote turns off. If the indicator light turns off, then all the codes for that particular component have been tested once. If the component does not turn off, then the remote can’t be programmed to operate that component.
Note: Each time you press PLAY, the remote sends about 10 sets of codes. Therefore, you might have to press the PLAY button up to 20 times.
If the component you want to operate does turn off:
1.Press and release REVERSE, then wait 2 seconds. Repeat this step until the device turns back ON.
2.To finish, press and hold STOP until the indicator on the remote turns off.
Using Direct Entry
1.Turn on the component to be programmed.
2.Look up the brand and code number(s) for the component on the code list in this section.
3.Press and hold the component button you want to program on the remote.
4.Enter the code from the remote control code list on the following pages. If the indicator flashes, you have either entered an invalid code or the button isn’t programmable.
5.Release the component button.
6.Point the remote at the component. Press ON•OFF to see if the component responds to the command. If it doesn’t, try pressing the component button and then ON•OFF again.
•If you get no response, repeat these steps using the next code listed for your brand, until the component responds to the remote commands.
•If you try all the codes for your component brand and none work, try the automatic code search method. If automatic code search doesn’t find the code, the remote is not compatible with your component.
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Using the Remote Control
How to Use the Remote After You’ve Programmed It
Because this universal remote can operate several different components it uses operational modes triggered by the component buttons. For example, if you want the remote to operate the TV, you would press the TV button to put the remote into TV mode before you could operate the TV.
1.Press the appropriate component button (DVD, TV, VCR) to set the remote to operate the component.
2.Press ON•OFF to turn the component ON or OFF.
3.Use the remote buttons that apply to that component.
Note: If you keep pressing buttons and nothing happens, the remote is probably in the wrong mode. You must press the component button that matches the component you want to operate (i.e., if you want to operate the VCR, press VCR on the remote control to put the remote in VCR mode.)
Remote Control Codes
VCR Codes
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Admiral .................................................................................... |
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2132 |
Adventura ................................................................................ |
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2026 |
Aiko .......................................................................................... |
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2027 |
Aiwa ......................................................................................... |
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2026 |
Akai ................. |
2003, 2004, 2005, 2007, 2008, 2111, 2112, 2113 |
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American High ........................................................................ |
2021 |
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Asha ......................................................................................... |
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2013 |
Audio Dynamics ........................................................... |
2009, 2010 |
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Audiovox ................................................................................. |
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2014 |
Bell & Howell ........................................................................... |
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2011 |
Beaumark ................................................................................. |
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2013 |
Broksonic ...................................................................... |
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2012, 2025 |
Calix ......................................................................................... |
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2014 |
Candle ..................................................... |
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2017, 2018, 2019 |
Canon .................................................................. |
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2021, 2022, 2114 |
Capehart ......................................................................... |
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2020, 2110 |
Carver ....................................................................................... |
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2062 |
CCE ................................................................................ |
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2027, 2061 |
Citizen ........................................................................... |
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2013, 2014, |
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2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2027 |
Colortyme ................................................................................ |
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2009 |
Colt ........................................................................................... |
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2061 |
Craig ......................................................... |
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2013, 2014, 2023, 2061 |
Curtis-Mathes .................................................... |
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2000, 2009, 2013, |
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2016, 2018, 2021, 2022, 2024, 2115, 2131 |
Cybernex ................................................................................. |
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2013 |
Daewoo .......... |
2015, 2017, 2019, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2110 |
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Daytron ..................................................................................... |
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2110 |
DBX ................................................................................ |
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2009, 2010 |
Dimensia ........................................................................ |
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2000, 2131 |
Dynatech .................................................................................. |
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2026 |
Electrohome ................................................................. |
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2014, 2029 |
Electrophonic .......................................................................... |
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2014 |
Emerson ............................. |
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2012, 2014, 2015, 2021, 2024, 2025, |
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2047, 2065, 2113, 2116, 2117, 2130 |
Fisher ............. |
2011, 2023, 2048, 2049, 2050, 2051, 2052, 2118 |
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2021, 2119 |
Funai ........................................................................................ |
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2026 |
Garrard .................................................................................... |
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2026 |
GE ...................................................................... |
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2021, 2022, 2053, 2115, 2120, 2131 |
Goldstar .................................................. |
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2009, 2014, 2018, 2054 |
Gradiente ................................................................................ |
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2026 |
Harley Davidson .................................................................... |
2026 |
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Harman Kardon ..................................................................... |
2009 |
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Harwood ................................................................................. |
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2061 |
Headquarter ............................................................................. |
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2011 |
Hitachi ........................................................................ |
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2057, 2107, 2111, 2120, 2122 |
Hi-Q ......................................................................................... |
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2023 |
Instant Replay ........................................................................ |
2021 |
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JCL ........................................................................................... |
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2021 |
JC Penney ............................................... |
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2014, 2021, 2022, 2055, 2056, |
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2058, 2059, 2060, 2107, 2118 |
Jensen ................................................................ |
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2055, 2056, 2111 |
JVC ...................................... |
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2009, 2010, 2011, 2018, 2111, 2123 |
Kenwood ................... |
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2009, 2010, 2011, 2016, 2018, 2111, 2123 |
KLH .......................................................................................... |
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2061 |
Kodak ............................................................................ |
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2014, 2021 |
Lloyd ....................................................................................... |
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2026 |
Logik ....................................................................................... |
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2061 |
LXI ........................................................................................... |
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2014 |
Magnavox ....................................................... |
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2021, 2022, 2062, |
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2063, 2104, 2105, 2108, 2124 |
Magnin .................................................................................... |
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2013 |
Marantz ......... |
2009, 2010, 2011, 2016, 2018, 2021, 2062, 2064 |
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Marta ....................................................................................... |
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2014 |
Masushita ............................................................................... |
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2021 |
Mei .......................................................................................... |
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2021 |
Memorex ....... |
2011, 2013, 2014, 2021, 2023, 2026, 2104, 2132 |
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MGA ................................................................... |
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2029, 2065, 2113 |
MGN Technology ................................................................... |
2013 |
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Midland ................................................................................... |
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2053 |
Minolta .............................................................. |
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2055, 2056, 2107 |
Mitsubishi ............. |
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NEC ............................................... |
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Nikko ...................................................................................... |
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Noblex .................................................................................... |
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Olympus ................................................................................. |
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Optonica ................................................................................ |
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Pentax .......................................... |
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Pentex Research |
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Philips .................................................... |
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Pilot ........................................................................................ |
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Portland .................................................. |
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Protec ..................................................................................... |
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Video Concepts ........................... |
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XR-1000 .............................................................. |
2021, 2026, 2061 |
Yamaha ............................................. |
2009, 2010, 2011, 2018, 2111 |
Zenith ............................................... |
2004, 2098, 2104, 2119, 2128 |
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3009 |
Apex ................................................................................ |
3023, 3024 |
GE ............................................................................................... |
3000 |
Hitachi ....................................................................................... |
3008 |
JVC .................................................................................. |
3002, 3010 |
Konka ............................................................................... |
3011, 3012 |
Magnavox ................................................................................. |
3003 |
Mitsubishi .................................................................................. |
3004 |
Panasonic .................................................................................. |
3013 |
Philips ....................................................... |
3003, 3019, 3021, 3022 |
Pioneer ....................................................................................... |
3005 |
Proscan ...................................................................................... |
3000 |
RCA ................................................................................. |
3000, 3001 |
Samsung .................................................................................... |
3025 |
Sanyo ......................................................................................... |
3014 |
Sony ..................................................................... |
3006, 3015, 3016 |
Toshiba ................................................................. |
3007, 3017, 3020 |
Zenith ......................................................................................... |
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There are several items that might appear on-screen when you press the TV or INFO button on the remote. This display is called the Channel Banner. The following list describes the items on the Channel Banner screen (left to right and top to bottom).
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Why You Should Use the Auto Tuning Feature
The auto tuning feature tunes the TV to the correct channel for different components you have connected to your TV (like a VCR, DVD Player, etc.). When you set up auto tuning in the menu system you don’t have to remember to change your TV to channel 3, for example, when you want to watch the tape in your VCR.
How to Set Up the Auto Tuning Feature
The way you set up the auto tuning feature in the TV’s menu corresponds to the component buttons on the remote and the way you have each component connected to your TV. When you set up auto tuning, you’re telling the TV what channel to tune to when you press the VCR or DVD button on the remote control.
1.Press MENU (the MAIN MENU appears).
2.Highlight Setup and press OK on your remote control.
3.Highlight Auto Tuning and press OK.
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4.Choose which channel you want to set:
Set VCR1 Lets you set up the channel the TV tunes to when you press the VCR button.
Set VCR2 Not available with your remote control.
Set SAT/CABLE Not available with your remote control.
Set DVD Lets you set up the channel the TV tunes to when you press the DVD button.
5.Press the right arrow button to select the choice that matches the way you have the component connected to this TV.
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CH02 (SAT/CABLE onlyNot available with your remote control).
CH03 or 04 Component is connected to the TV ANT jack on the back of the TV, and you want the TV to tune to channel 3 or 4 when you press the corresponding button on the remote. Reminder: make sure the component’s Channel 3/4 switch is set to the appropriate channel.
VID1 Component is connected to the VIDEO jack on the back of the TV and you want the TV to tune to a video input channel when you press the corresponding button.
SVID Component is connected to the S-VIDEO IN jack on the back of the TV and you want the TV to tune to a video input channel when you press the corresponding button.
FRNT (Front Video Input) Component is connected to the VIDEO jack on the front of the TV and you want the TV to tune to the front video input channel when you press the corresponding button.
Parental Controls and V-Chip
The choices in the USA V-CHIP menu involve software inside your TV (referred to as V-Chip) which allows you to block TV programs and movies based on violence, sex, or other content you may believe children should not view.
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 V-Chip, go to page 21.
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How V-Chip Works
V-Chip reads the program’s age-based rating (TV-MA, TV-14, etc.) and content themes [(Violence (V), Adult Language (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 age-based rating. You can also block out programs that have been given a rating of Not Rated, and programs that are considered unrated. The TV age-based ratings and content themes you can block follow:
USA V-Chip Rating System
TV-MA (Mature Audience Only) Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and may be unsuitable for children under 17. It contains one or more of the following content themes: crude indecent language (L), explicit sexual activity (S), or graphic violence
(V).
TV-14 (Parents Strongly Cautioned) Contains some material that many parents would find unsuitable for children under 14. Parents are strongly urged to exercise greater care in monitoring this program and are cautioned against letting children under the age of 14 watch unattended. This program contains one or more of the following content themes: intensely suggestive dialogue (D), strong coarse language (L), intense sexual situations (S), or intense violence (V).
TV-PG (Parental Guidance Suggested) Contains material that parents may find unsuitable for younger children. Many parents may want to watch it with their younger children. The program contains one or more of the following content themes: some suggestive dialogue (D), infrequent coarse language (L), some sexual situations (S), or moderate violence (V).
TV-G (General Audience) Most parents would find this program suitable for all ages. It contains little or no sexual dialogue (D) or situations (S), no strong language (L), and little or no violence (V).
TV-Y7 (Directed to Children 7 years and older) Designed for children ages 7 and above. It may be more appropriate for children who have acquired the developmental skills needed to distinguish between make-believe and reality. Themes and elements in this program may include mild fantasy violence (FV) or comedic violence, or may frighten children under the age of 7.
TV-Y (All Children) Themes and elements in this program are designed for a young audience, including children from ages 2-6. It is not expected to frighten younger children.
Canadian English V-Chip Rating System
18+ (Adults) Programming intended for adults 18 and older. It may contain elements of violence, language, and sexual content which could make it unsuitable for viewers under 18. Violence Guidelines: May contain violence integral to the development of the plot, character or theme, intended for adult audiences. Other Content Guidelines: May contain graphic language and explicit portrayals of nudity and/or sex.
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14+ (Viewers 14 and over) Programming contains themes or content which may not be suitable for viewers under the age of 14. Parents are strongly cautioned to exercise discretion in permitting viewing by pre-teens and early teens. Violence Guidelines: May contain intense scenes of violence. Could deal with mature themes and societal issues in a realistic fashion. Other Content Guidelines: May contain scenes of nudity and/or sexual activity. There could be frequent use of profanity.
PG (Parental Guidance) Programming intended for a general audience but which may not be suitable for younger children (under the age of 8). Parents may consider some content inappropriate for unsupervised viewing by children aged 8-13. Violence Guidelines:
Depictions of conflict and/or aggression will be limited and moderate; may include physical, fantasy, or supernatural violence. Other Content Guidelines: May contain infrequent mild profanity, or mildly suggestive language. Could also contain brief scenes of nudity.
G (General Audience) Programming considered acceptable for all ages groups. While not designed specifically for children, it is understood younger viewers may be part of the audience. Violence Guidelines: Will contain very little violence, either physical or verbal or emotional. Will be sensitive to themes which could frighten a younger child, will not depict realistic scenes of violence which minimize or gloss over the effects of violent acts. Other Content Guidelines: There may be some inoffensive slang, no profanity and no nudity.
C8+ (Children 8 and Older) Programming generally considered acceptable for children 8 years and over to watch on their own. Violence Guidelines: Violence will not be portrayed as the preferred, acceptable, or only way to resolve conflict or encourage children to imitate dangerous acts which they may see on television. Any realistic depictions of violence will be infrequent, discreet, of low intensity and will show the consequences of the acts. Other Content Guidelines: There will be no profanity, nudity or sexual content.
C (Children) Programming intended for children under age 8. Violence Guidelines: Careful attention is paid to themes which could threaten children’s sense of security and well being. There will be no realistic scenes of violence. Depictions of aggressive behaviour will be infrequent and limited to portrayals that are clearly imaginary, comedic or unrealistic in nature. Other Content Guidelines: There will be no offensive language, nudity or sexual content.
Canadian French V-Chip Rating System
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+ (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+ (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 (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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USA V-Chip TV Rating Limit
The V-Chip TV Rating Limit lets you decide which TV programs can and cannot be viewed.
To set TV programming limits:
1.Choose Parental Control from the MAIN MENU (the PASSWORD screen appears the first time you enter the Parental Control menu). Create your password using the number buttons on the remote.
2.Highlight and select USA V-Chip. Then select TV Ratings.
3.Once you get to the TV RATING LIMIT screen, use the arrow buttons and OK on your remote to change the status of a TV program rating or content theme from
View to Block.
4.For TV rating limits to take effect, turn on V-Chip active in the PARENTAL CONTROL menu (box has check mark).
The following sections give you more details about how to change the status of TV program limits.
Note: If you forget your password you can reset it. Make sure the TV is off. Simultaneously press and hold VOLon the TV’s front panel and CLEAR on the remote for approximately 5 seconds. Enter a new password next time you access the PARENTAL CONTROL menu.
The V-Chip Rating Screen
The following is an example of where items are located within the TV RATING LIMIT screen.
Rating Status Field
Lets you select whether the status of the age-based rating limit to the left is View or Block.
Rating Field
Lets you select from a list of age-based ratings you can block or view.
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Content Themes
Lists the content themes you can block or view.
Content Status Fields
Lets you select which content themes to view for the selected rating, and whether the status of the content theme is currently View (V) or Block
(B).
Lets you see the current block/view state of age-based ratings and associated content.
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