Parental Controls, often referred to as Child Lock, is an essential feature that allows you to filter and block unsuitable content for your children on smart devices, including Hisense TVs. These controls enable you to set up a password or PIN to restrict access to specific apps, inputs, and websites. The exact steps to enable these controls may vary depending on the operating system of your Hisense TV. This guide will walk you through the process of setting up parental controls on various Hisense TV models.
How to Enable and Use Parental Controls on Hisense TV
The process for activating Parental Controls can differ across Hisense Smart TV models. Below, you’ll find the specific steps for various models.
Hisense VIDAA TV
1. Navigate to the Settings option on your Hisense VIDAA TV.
2. Click on All, then go to the Channels option.
3. Select Parental Controls and enter a PIN.
4. Set a PIN to activate the parental control feature on your VIDAA TV.
5. Once enabled, you can set a password to restrict and protect your children from accessing inappropriate content.
Note: If your remote is damaged or not working, you can use the Hisense TV remote app to configure parental controls without needing the physical remote.
Hisense Android TV
1. Turn on your Hisense TV and open the Settings menu.
2. Navigate to the Personal settings and select the Parental Lock option.
3. When enabling the Parental Lock feature, you’ll be prompted to set a new PIN.
4. Confirm the PIN by re-entering it. You can then choose between Scheduled Blocking or Channel Blocking to restrict access to specific channels.
Hisense Google TV
1. Click the Profile icon on your TV’s home screen and navigate to Settings.
2. Select System Settings, navigate down, and select the Parental Controls option.
3. Set a PIN to activate Parental Controls on your Hisense Google TV.
Adding a Kid’s Profile
Hisense Google TV offers a feature to create a kid’s profile within your family account, limiting content based on age. Here’s how to set it up:
1. On the Home screen, tap the Profile icon at the top right corner.
2. Click on Who’s Watching and select Add a Kid.
3. Hit Get Started to create a profile for your child.
4. If your child already has a Google Account or Kids profile linked to your Google family, choose the profile to add to your Google TV.
5. If not, click Add a Kid and proceed with the on-screen instructions to create a new Kids account.
6. Select your child’s profile and add the apps you want to include.
7. Your child can now watch content through their profile, with access restricted to the chosen apps and content, ensuring a safe viewing experience.
Hisense Fire TV
1. Tap on the Home button on your Hisense Fire TV remote.
2. Click on the Settings option and select the Account & Profile Settings or Preferences option.
3. Choose Parental Controls and enable it.
4. Create a new PIN. Then, customize your preferences by selecting the VIEWING RESTRICTIONS option.
Note: On some Hisense Fire TV models, you can specify particular sites or inputs to restrict under the Parental Control section, ensuring tailored content blocking for your children.
Hisense Roku TV
1. Press the Home button on your remote and go to Settings.
2. Scroll down and select Parental Controls from the Settings menu.
3. Set a PIN on the next screen and enable the parental control feature.
4. You can then choose specific movies and apps to restrict. Additionally, you have the option to hide the entire Movie Store and TV Store.
Hisense XClass TV or XUMO TV
1. Navigate to the Settings option from the Hisense TV home screen.
2. Scroll down to locate and select the Parental Controls option.
3. Set a PIN and enable the Parental Controls feature.
4. Proceed to the Viewing Restriction option and follow the on-screen instructions to activate Child Lock on your Hisense XUMO TV.
Reset Your Parental Control PIN on Hisense Smart TV
The parental control PIN on your Hisense TV is the same as the system PIN used for tasks like auto channel scanning or resetting the Hisense TV to factory settings. The default PIN is set to 0000. Follow these steps to change your PIN:
1. Navigate to Settings and select the System option.
2. Click on the System PIN option.
3. Enter the new PIN and confirm it by re-entering it.
Disabling Parental Controls
To disable parental controls on your Hisense TV, follow the steps specific to your TV model to turn off the child lock. You will need to enter the PIN when prompted to disable these controls.
If your Hisense TV remains stuck on the child lock, contact Hisense customer support for assistance.