All Funai digital television receivers with screen sizes of 13 inches or larger sold in the United States include a capability known as a V-Chip, which permits parents to block television programming based on the content ratings systems currently used in the U.S.
These systems include the TV Parental Guidelines (e.g., TV-Y, TV-PG, TV-MA, etc.) and MPAA Ratings ( e.g., G, PG-13, NC-17, etc.).
For those parents who wish to have the ability to block programs based on a new content rating system, should one ever become available, Funai can upgrade your receiver now to prepare for that possibility.
Note: With the exception of the models listed below, Funai digital television receivers already include this feature. If your model number is not listed below, it is equipped with the upgrade feature.
The method of the upgrade depends on your model and the way in which it is connected.
For information about an upgrade, Please call the following number first.
Phone Number & Model Name
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Upgrade method is as follows.
1) Software of your receiver may be upgraded by bringing it to a Funai Authorized Service Center or by sending it to Funai. For information on how to locate your nearest Authorized Service Center, click here.
2) Depending on your television receiver and other equipment you use (such as a cable or satellite set top box), additional hardware may be required, which would be sent from Funai. Equipment, shipping, and handling charges apply after October 8, 2008.
Although Funai is unaware of any U.S. broadcasters or other program distributors who are using or considering a new content ratings system, this upgrade will give your set the capability to respond to such a new system should one become available.
For more information about the V-Chip, visit the V-Chip information website of the Federal Communications Commission at http://www.fcc.gov/vchip.
July 10, 2008