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Setting Parental Controls

Use the Parental Controls feature to lock out entire channels, limit viewing times, set spending limits for Pay Per View and block specific movies or programming based on MPAA ratings (like PG, R, etc.).
Easy Setup
  1. Press the "menu" button on your remote and select "Parental", then "Edit Settings". Look for the selections that indicate "Ratings", "Channel Blocks", "Spending" or "Hours".
  2. Follow the easy-to-understand on-screen directions.
  3. Select "Lock Now" and you will be asked for a personal identification number (PIN).
  4. After setting up, you will need to enter your PIN to access restricted programming.
Demos
We offer three types of step-by-step tutorials to guide you through the process of setting Parental Controls.
  1. Online Interactive Demos
    Just click on the receiver brand you have and follow the directions.

    If your receiver model is not listed above, please refer to your system manual for helpful, step–by–step instructions.


  2. Watch Streaming Video Online

  3. On Your Television
    See a demonstration by tuning in to DIRECTV BASICS, on channel 201 of your television.