SMALL STEPS. USEFUL SKILLS.

Turn on parental controls

Restrict certain channels or apps for younger viewers.

Sharp · Google TVAbout 4 minutes8 steps · 8 with pictures

Follow along on your device

Use the pictures where shown. Follow the short instructions between them.

STEP 1 OF 8

Select Live TV and start watching a channel

Open Live TV and start watching a channel.

Take your time. There’s no rush.

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STEP 1

Select Live TV and start watching a channel

Open Live TV and start watching a channel.

STEP 2

Press the Settings button on your remote to open the TV menu

An example TV remote with the Settings button highlighted. — Step 2

STEP 3

Select Parental Controls

STEP 4

Enter the four-digit PIN you created when you first set up the TV

An example TV PIN entry screen. — Step 4

STEP 5

Select Program Restrictions

Select Program Restrictions to limit programmes by age rating.

STEP 6

Select Channels Blocked

Select Channels Blocked to block specific channels.

STEP 7

Select Inputs Blocked

Select Inputs Blocked to lock specific inputs.

STEP 8

Select Change PIN

Select Change PIN if you want a new PIN.

IF SOMETHING LOOKS DIFFERENT

A little help along the way.

Your menus may look different after an update. Look for the same control name and take your time.

I cannot find that option+

Check that this guide covers your device and software. If the names do not match, use the manufacturer’s instructions linked below for your model.

I need to go back a step+

Use Previous step or select a step number above. This changes the guide only; it does not undo anything on your device.

Are these pictures of my device?+

They are example screens showing exactly which option to select with your remote. Your names, apps, wallpaper and layout may look a little different, but the options you need are the same. Some pictures show what you should see after a step.

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