Unlock Procedure to Locked TVs and other devices.
RCA and GE TV sets use a four digit code to control the v-chip. The code reset is different depending on the model. Try each number until you find the one that works for you.
* Hold down the MENU button on the remote and VOLUME DOWN button
on the TV it’s self at the same time for at least 4 seconds.
* The set won't say
so, but the lock will be unlocked.
# Hold down the 0 (zero) button on the remote and the VOLUME DOWN
button on the TV itself at the same time for at least 4 seconds.
# The set won't
say so, but the lock will be unlocked
* Hold down the MENU button on the front of the TV and the TV
button on the remote at the same time for at least 4 seconds. 4- Hold down GO
BACK button on the remote and MENU button on the front of the TV at the same
time for at least 4 seconds.
* Hold down EJECT button on the front of the TV set and the MENU
button on the remote at the same time for at least 4 seconds. Depending on the
model, one of the methods should unlock the V-chip. Now, if desired, you can
change the settings on the V-chip by going to the MENU and going to PARENTAL
CONTROLS, or on some sets, going to MENU and then going to TV SETUP, then to
V-CHIP SET.
MITSUBISHI
Mitsubishi sets use a four-digit code for a V-Chip
locked program, view a locked TV, cancel the lock, or to enter the V-Chip lock
menus.
You can view the locked shows on the TV set by pressing the number 9 and
QV buttons on the remote at the same time, whenever your code is requested.
This process temporarily unlocks the TV and asks you to enter a new code.
RCA
* Hold down MENU on the remote and VOLUME DOWN on the TV it’s self
at the same time for at least 4 seconds. The set won't say so, but the lock
will be unlocked
* Hold down the 0 on the remote and the VOLUME DOWN buttons on the
TV its self at the same time for at least 4 seconds. The set won't say so, but
the lock will be unlocked
* Hold down the MENU button on the front of the TV and the TV
button on the remote at the same time for at least 4 seconds.
* Hold down GO BACK on the remote and MENU on the front of the TV
at the same time for at least 4 seconds.
* Hold down EJECT on the front of the TV and the MENU button on
the remote at the same time for at least 4 seconds.
(Depending on the model, one of the methods should
unlock the V-chip. Now, if desired, you can change the settings on the V-chip
by going to the MENU and going to PARENTAL CONTROLS, or on some sets, going to
MENU and then going to TV SETUP, then to V-CHIP SET.)
PHILIPS & MAGNAVOX
Philips sets use a four digit code to control the
v-chip.
The override code for Philips sets is 0711, although it may say
"Incorrect code" the first time to trick you.
If "Incorrect
code" is displayed, simply enter 0711 again.
To use it hit the MENU key to
get to the menus.
Go up or down until you reach AUTOLOCK or SMARTLOCK,
depending on the model, and push the "right arrow" key on the remote.
Enter the override code, and enter it a second time if it says it is incorrect. Once in the AUTOLOCK or SMARTLOCK menu, go to
BLOCK, and push the "right arrow" key.
Go to BLOCKING OPTIONS and
press the "right arrow" key. Go to MASTER DISABLE and press the
"right arrow" key so that it says "MASTER DISABLE ON". The
v-chip is now reset.
TOSHIBA TVs & COMBOS
* Disconnect the AC power for at least one minute to
reset the clock.
* Adjust the volume to the minimum using the Volume down button on the front of the unit.
* Press and hold the Volume down button on the front of the unit and the 0 button on the remote control at the same time, holding them down for at least 10 seconds. The user menu will appear with the V-Chip cursor blinking.
* Press the ENTER key on the remote control and the NEW PASSWORD menu will appear.
* Enter your new password.
* Adjust the volume to the minimum using the Volume down button on the front of the unit.
* Press and hold the Volume down button on the front of the unit and the 0 button on the remote control at the same time, holding them down for at least 10 seconds. The user menu will appear with the V-Chip cursor blinking.
* Press the ENTER key on the remote control and the NEW PASSWORD menu will appear.
* Enter your new password.
PIONEER PLASMA TVs
Pioneer plasma set use’s a four digit code to control
the v-chip.
To reset the Pioneer:
First put the media receiver in the standby
mode, then hold down the CLEAR button and press STANDBY/ON button on the plasma
display. The device should now be reset.
If you want, you can run an auto
install to configure your device.
Turn on the power, press MENU, select SETUP
on the screen, and press ENTER. If it asks for a secret number, you need to
reset the device again and start over.
Otherwise, scroll to AUTO INSTALLATION
and press ENTER.
LG
When you are asked for the code, enter 7,7,7,and then
7.
APEX DIGITAL
Apex TVs use a four digit code to
control the v-chip. The override code for many models is 6688. Other sets may
not have one, or may have a default code of 1225 instead of an override code.
To use the override code:
* Hit the MENU key to get to the menus.
* Go down to the SYSTEM menu and hit the right arrow on the remote
control.
* Once in the SYSTEM menu, go to PARENTAL GUIDE. It will ask for
your code.
* Enter the override code listed above. From here, you can turn on
and off different rating restrictions, as well as set a new code.
{No matter what the V-chip code is set to, the
override code will still work. If you have a blank screen with a red key on the
bottom left, simply press the (function or F) button and the mute button at the
same time. This will unlock the screen and allow you to view the channel as desired}
PANASONIC Factory Default & Reset
Panasonic sets need to be reset to clear the v-chip
settings.
To do this, put it in standby mode, then press the POWER and ACTION
buttons at the same time and then turn the power off.
The set should reset to
the factory defaults, and reset the v-chip.
SINOTEC
If you have the original remote (RC-A07) for Sinotec TV, then press and hold down the Music button for about 10 seconds.
DISH NETWORK RECEIVERS
Some boxes can be reset by unplugging the box, and
while holding down the power button, plug the unit back into the wall
receptacle and then release the power button. Then, let the box do its thing.
PS2
When you try to use a DVD that is blocked, it will ask
for your code.
Press SELECT on the controller.
Enter the deletion code 7444
when prompted. You can then set a new lock code. Next, remove the disk and then
turn off your PS2.
X-BOX
To reset the X-Box code, go to the settings screen
from the dashboard.
From there, go to PARENTAL CONTROL.
Instead of entering the
code, press the following button combination: X, Y, LEFT TRIGGER, X, you will
then enter into the PARENTAL CONTROLS screen where you can set a new code, or
disable the parental lock.
QWESTAR
Simply enter the code 3308
CherryBoo to the Rescue
The V-Chip is bypassed by holding the zero key on the original
remote hand unit, and at the sane time holding down the volume down on the
front of the TV set.
This should reset the oide so you can enter a new one.
SONY LCD TVs
When prompted for the code, enter the master reset
code: 4357. This code will reset the master code.
AIWA TV COMBOS
With the TV turned on,
simultaneously press VOLUME down button on the front of the TV set and the
number 7 button on the remote control to reset pin code and customer ID.
MATSUI
Turn off for 30 minutes.
Then turn back on and on the
front of the unit, NOT THE REMOTE UNIT, press channel up and record together
and that should bring the screen back on.
OPTIMA
Simply enter the code 3308
SYMPHONIC TVs & COMBOS
When you are prompted to enter an access code, enter
0000
