Are you tired of trying to watch your favorite shows or movies on DStv but encountering the "PG Blocked" message? PG Blocked is a feature on DStv that allows parents to control the content their children can watch by blocking programs that contain certain age-restricted content. But what if you're an adult wanting to watch a program with restricted content, or the PG Blocked feature is blocking content that should be available to you? In this article, we'll show you how to unblock PG on DStv.
1. Check Parental Control Settings
Before trying any other solution, check your parental control settings on your DStv decoder. To do this:
- Press the "DStv" button on your remote control
- Scroll to "Settings" and click "OK"
- Select "Parental Control"
- Enter your PIN
- Select "PG Settings"
- Adjust the settings to allow the program you want to watch
If you cannot remember your PIN or need to reset it, there is a "Forgot PIN?" option on the Parental Control Settings page that will guide you through the process.
If your PG Blocked message persists even after adjusting your parental control settings, the next step is to clear your decoder's cache and cookies. To do this, follow these steps:
- On your remote control, press the "DStv" button
- Go to "Settings" and click "OK"
- Select "User Preferences"
- Select "Clear User Data"
- Enter your PIN
Note that clearing user data deletes all your saved preferences on your decoder, so you may need to reschedule your recordings and set up your language, date, and time again.
3. Reset Decoder
If clearing your cache and cookies did not solve the issue, try resetting your decoder. To reset your decoder:
- Unplug your decoder from the power source
- Wait for 10-15 seconds
- Plug it back
- Wait for the decoder to reset itself and scan for channels again
This should solve any technical issues that may have caused the PG Blocked message. If not, it might be a connection issue, and you can try restarting your router or contacting your service provider.
Conclusion
With these three simple steps, you should be able to unblock PG on DStv and continue enjoying your favorite programs without any restrictions. Remember to always check your parental control settings first, clear your cache and cookies, and reset your decoder if these fail. Happy viewing!