classification symbols are: ●(RTL Klub only) - films is recommended for children with the parental guidance. ▲(for both RTL Klub and TV2) - films not recommended for children below the age of 14. ■(for RTL Klub) or ●(for TV2) - the film is suitable only for adult viewers (for ages 18 and up). In 2002, a new rating system was devised, replacing the symbolic system. Ranking programmes and displaying the rating symbols became compulsory on every Hungarian television network. The new rating system caused trouble within these networks because the channels were required to display the ranking symbols during the entire duration of their programmes. The symbols were distracting to viewers, and networks feared that their constant presence could damage the television screen. Due to the complaints, the television authority allowed channels to choose to show the rating symbols on the left or on the right side of the screen. Later, channels were also allowed to increase the transparency of the symbols. In the system used between 2002 and 2010, there are four rating categories: Unrated – programmes can be viewed by any age, also used for content exempt from classification such as sporting events 12 – programmes recommended for children below the age of 12 with parental guidance, may contain light sexual content or explicit language. Most films without serious violence or sexual content fit into this category as well. It can air at any time 16 – programmes not recommended for teens and children below the age of 16, may contain more intensive violence and sexual content. May only air from 9 PM to 6 AM. 18 – the programme is recommended for adult viewers (for ages 18 and up), may contain explicit violence and explicit sexual content. May only air from 10 PM to 5 AM.The rating system was overhauled in 2010 by introducing the new classifications: the 6 rating and the optional GY rating, changing the 12 classification and renewing the looks of the symbols themselves. In the current system, there are five rating categories: Unrated – programmes can be viewed by any age, also used for content exempt from classification such as sporting events children friendly – programmes recommended for children. It is an optional rating, there is no obligation for broadcasters to indicate it. May not air between two programmes with higher classifications, for example, between two programmes rated 6+ or rated 12+. The