Full control. Peace of mind
Keep your kids away from inappropriate content when you use DIRECTV Parental Controls. Using this feature allows you to restrict access to certain channels and entertainment programs to ensure your children do not view them. You can tell your Genie HD DVR system what shows to allow based on ratings, content and viewing hours. With parental controls, DIRECTV puts you in control of what’s played on your screens*.
* Parental Controls do not apply to TV Apps.”

How to block channels on DIRECTV
- Press “Menu” on your remote control
- Scroll down and select “Settings & Help” on your screen
- Click “Parental Controls”
- Here, you will find instructions on how to set your system’s controls
Introducing “Locks and Limits”
Monitor what your children watch by using the “Locks and Limits” feature, which lets you:
- Block entire channels you don’t want your kids to watch.
- Set limited viewing times so your TV turns off after a certain period of time.
- Filter shows and movies based on MPAA ratings that are outside your child’s age range.
- Establish a spending limit on pay per view purchases.
How to access the “Locks and Limits” feature
- Press “Menu” on your remote control
- Select “Profiles”
- View different options and follow the on-screen instructions
- Enter your personal identification number (PIN) to make changes
Parental Guidelines
For TV and movies

TV Y

TV Y7

TV Y7 FV

TV G

TV PG

TV 14

TV MA

G

PG

PG-13

R

NC-17

Get DIRECTV today
Tap into the many great features of DIRECTV when you order today. With DIRECTV, you can manage what your kids watch without having to constantly stand watch over them. Discover more ways to take control of your viewing experience when you make the switch. Just call 1-866-940-6207 to get setup with DIRECTV.