Enjoying safe apps and video streaming services (Security and restrictions)

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You can ensure safe use of the TV by setting installation restrictions on apps that are downloaded from unknown sources, or age restrictions on programmes and videos. (Some features do not apply depending on your model/region/country.)

You can set the following [Parental controls] features so that children can safely use the TV.

Restrict TV channels and use of external inputs
Restrict installation of apps from unknown sources
Restrict use of apps (password lock feature)
Restrict TV usage time

You can use restrict features by setting the following.

To set age restrictions on programmes

Press the (Quick Settings) button on the remote control, and then select the following in order.
[Settings] — [System] — [Parental controls] — [Channels & External inputs] — [TV rating].
The options depend on your model/country/region/settings.

To restrict apps (password lock feature)

Set to restrict children from using apps such as internet browsers.

Restrictions are set in [Parental controls].

If this is set, you will be required to input the PIN when starting an app.

Press the (Quick Settings) button on the remote control, and select the following in order.
[Settings] — [System] — [Parental controls] — [Apps]
Set or input the PIN.
Enable [Restrict apps].
Select the apps that you want to restrict from the app list.
Restricted apps will change from (Unlocked) to (Locked). To restrict all apps, select [All apps].

To restrict the installation of apps from unknown sources

If this is set, there will be fewer items displayed in the Home Menu and settings menu.

Press the (Quick Settings) button on the remote control, and select the following in order.
[Settings] — [Privacy] — [Security and restrictions] — [Unknown sources] — change the setting in [Install unknown apps].

Note

If you change the [Security and restrictions] settings, your device and personal data are more vulnerable to attack by unknown apps from sources other than Play Store. You agree that you are solely responsible for any damage to your device or loss of data that may result from using these apps.
If you forget the PIN, you must reset the TV to its original factory settings. Make sure you do not forget the PIN.

Hint

Other separate restrictions may be available depending on the app. For details, refer to the app’s Help.

To restrict usage time of the TV

Set to restrict the time in which children use the TV.

Press the (Quick Settings) button on the remote control, and select the following in order.
[Settings] — [System] — [Parental controls] — [Screen time]
Set or input the PIN.
Enable [Restrict screen time] to start restriction.
The restriction setting will be displayed under [Restrict screen time]. To change the setting, set it in [Usage time limit] or [Restricted time slot].