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

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
  • Restrict installation of apps from unknown sources
  • Restrict use of apps (password lock feature)

You can restrict features by setting the following.

To set age restrictions on programmes

  1. Press the (Quick Settings) button on the remote control, and then select the following in order.
    [Settings] — [System] — [Parental controls] — [Channels] — [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.

Set restrictions in [Parental controls].

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

  1. Press the (Quick Settings) button on the remote control, and select the following in order.
    [Settings] — [System] — [Parental controls] — [Apps]
  2. Set or input the PIN.
  3. Enable [Restrict apps].
  4. 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

  1. 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.
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