The V-Chip uses a rating system to block objectionable material from children. This programming suggests that there be parental guidance. This programming is for children that are 14 years of age or over. This type of programming is for mature audiences. As a type or rating within a rating, the letters V , FV , S , L , and D .
V stands for Violence.
FV stands for Fantasy Violence. S stands for Sexual Situation. L stands for coarse language. D stands for suggestive dialogue. All of these ratings were set by the television industry itself.