Data processing apparatus

摘要

A data processing apparatus includes: a reception section for receiving a signal containing video information of a program and guide information to be utilized for guidance concerning the program, the guide information being distinct from viewing restriction information which is defined by a standard; a determination section for determining whether a predetermined pattern for viewing restriction is contained in the guide information or not; a management information generation section for determining whether or not to restrict viewing of the program based on a result of the determination, and generating management information in which presence or absence of viewing restriction is specified with respect to the program; and an output control section for controlling output of information concerning the program based on the management information.