Blocking based on Canadian English ratings
Canadian‐English language and third‐language programs that are broadcast in Canada are rated by the
Action Group on Violence on Television, or AGVOT. TV broadcast signals carry rating data that enables
parental controls to block programs that parents don't want others to view based on content containing
violence, language, sex, or nudity. The ratings are:
C – Children under 8 years
C8 – Children 8 years and older
G – Generally suitable for all age groups
PG – Parental guidance suggested for viewers under 14 years
14+ – Generally not suitable for viewers under 14 years
18+ – Generally not suitable for viewers under 18 years
Blocking content with a particular rating also blocks content with a higher rating, and unblocking
content with a particular rating also unblocks movies with a lower rating.
To block programs based on AGVOT ratings:
1. From the Home screen menu, navigate to Settings > Parental controls , and then enter your
parental control PIN.
2. In the Parental controls screen, navigate to TV tuner > Canadian English ratings .
3. Select the rating level you want to block. You need only select one rating level, and all higher
levels are automatically blocked.
Blocking based on Canadian French ratings
Canadian‐French language programs that are broadcast in Canada are rated by Québec's Ministry of
Culture and Communications. TV broadcast signals carry rating data that enables parental controls to
block programs that parents don't want others to view based on content containing violence, language,
sex, or nudity. The ratings are:
G – Generally suitable for all age groups
8+ – Viewers 8 years and older
13+ – Viewers 13 years and older
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