Samsung UA55HU8500 - User Manual

4 5 Using the Samsung Smart Control Connecting the TV Press both the RETURN button and the GUIDE button simultaneously for more than 3 seconds. Setting the Samsung Smart Control Set the Smart Control Settings via MENU > System > Smart Control Settings System Accessibility Setup Soccer Mode Men...

6 7 Using the Soccer Mode " Availability depends on the specific model and area. Activating Soccer Mode To record the sports game, connect the USB device to the TV and go to MENU > System > Soccer Mode. Set Soccer Mode to On. System Accessibility Setup Soccer Mode Menu Language English Sma...

8 Using Multi-Link Screen Running Multi-Link Screen Press the M.SCREEN button. Using the Multi-Link Screen After selecting a desired screen using Samsung Smart Control, search the website or play an app while viewing TV. If you press M.SCREEN button, you can select the function which is supported on...

8 9 Editing channels Running Editing Channel Run Edit Channel and go to MENU > Broadcasting > Edit Channel. Broadcasting Auto Tuning Aerial Cable Channel List Guide Schedule Manager Edit Channel Edit Favourites Change the channel number or name Select Change Number, and then change the channel...

11 Aerial Connection Before connecting any external devices and cables to the TV, first verify the model number. A sticker containing the model number is attached to the back of the TV. The connection method varies depending on the model. An aerial must be connected to the TV in order to receive bro...

12 Video Device Connection Your TV has a variety of connectors for video input from external devices such as cable boxes, satellite receivers, Blu-ray players, DVD players, camcorders, and gaming consoles. Below is a list of featured connectors shown in descending order of picture quality. ● HDMI ● ...

12 13 HDMI Connection Before connecting any external device or cable to the TV, first verify the TV's model number. A sticker containing the model number is attached to the back of the TV. The connection method varies depending on the model. The following types of HDMI cables are recommended: ● High...

14 Component Connection Before connecting any external devices and cables to the TV, first verify the model number of the TV you purchased. A sticker containing the model number is attached to the back of the TV. The connection method varies depending on the model. Refer to the diagram and connect t...

14 15 AV Connection Before connecting any external device or cable to the TV, first verify the TV's model number. A sticker containing the model number is attached to the back of the TV. The connection method varies depending on the model. Refer to the diagram and connect the AV cable to the TV's AV...

16 TV Audio through the External Speakers Your TV has a variety of connectors for audio input from devices such as Blu-ray players and DVD players and for audio output to such devices as amplifiers. The connectors are listed below. ● ARC (Audio Return Channel) ● Digital Audio (Optical) ● Audio Out T...

18 Audio Out Connection " Availability depends on the specific model. Before connecting any external device or cable to the TV, first verify the TV's model number. A sticker containing the model number is attached to the back of the TV. The connection method varies depending on the model. " ...

18 19 Connecting to a Computer You can directly connect a computer to the TV or to the network to view the computer screen or content on the TV. Connect the computer to the TV as follows. " Use cable shorter than 3M to get the next best UHD 60P viewing quality. ● Connecting via HDMI Port You can...

22 Connecting via Samsung Link Quickly access photo, video and music files saved on a computer with Samsung Link software installed. Also use Samsung Link to play and view the contents of a computer that has been registered to Samsung Link under your Samsung account, even if the computer and the TV ...

22 23 Connecting with a Mobile Device Connect mobile device such as a smartphone or tablet to the TV directly or indirectly over a shared network and display the mobile device screen or contents on the TV screen. Connect the mobile device to the TV as follows. ● Connecting with MHL-to-HDMI Cable Con...

24 25 Mobile Device Screen on TV (Screen Mirroring) Network > Screen Mirroring Try Now Wirelessly connect a mirroring-enabled mobile device to the TV and play the video and audio files stored on the device on the TV. Mirroring refers to the function that plays the video and audio files located on...

26 27 Connecting via Samsung Link Samsung Link enables you to view/play photo, video and music files from a Samsung Link-enabled mobile device with ease. Also use Samsung Link to play and view the contents of a mobile device that has been registered to Samsung Link under your Samsung account, even i...

28 Name of TV on Network Network > Device Name Try Now Choose or enter a TV name to be displayed on the network. 11 Select Device Name from the Network menu. A list will appear. 21 Choose a name from the list. Alternatively, select User Input to enter a name manually. You can view the specified T...

29 Inserting Batteries into Samsung Smart Control To use Samsung Smart Control, first refer to the figure below and insert batteries into the unit. 11 Gently pull on the battery cover's notch and then remove the cover completely once it comes loose. 21 Insert 2 AA alkaline batteries, making sure to ...

30 Pairing Samsung Smart Control To control the TV with Samsung Smart Control, you need to pair Samsung Smart Control to the TV via Bluetooth. Pair Samsung Smart Control to the TV. " Samsung Smart Control can only be paired to a single TV. Point Samsung Smart Control at the remote control sensor...

30 31 Using Samsung Smart Control Samsung Smart Control makes it even easier and more convenient to use the TV. Pressing the KEYPAD button displays a virtual remote control that allows you to easily enter digits, control content, and activate functions on the screen. " We recommend using Samsung...

34 Additional Functions Press and hold the following buttons for 1 second to use additional functions. Button Description GUIDE / CH.LIST Press and hold to launch the CH.LIST . RETURN / EXIT Press and hold this button to exit all currently running applications ¢ / AD Press and hold this button to br...

34 35 Using the TV with the Touchpad " Navigate to the Support menu and select the Smart Control Tutorial option to learn how to use the touchpad according to the instructions on the screen. Try Now Moving the Focus/Pointer Press the directional buttons (up, down, left, and right) to move the po...

36 Displaying the Context-sensitive Menu on Smart Hub Press and hold on the touch pad from the Smart Hub screen. The Options menu available to the selected item appears. " The Options menu depends on the context. Moving to the Smart Hub panel On the Smart Hub screen, drag left or right on the to...

38 39 Controlling External Devices with the TV Remote (Universal Remote Setup) System > Universal Remote Setup " Availability depends on the specific model and area. The universal remote control feature lets you control cable boxes, Blu-ray players, home theatres, and other external devices c...

40 Controlling External Devices with the TV Remote External Device Registration 11 Turn on the external device to set up the universal remote function for, and bring up the Source screen. 21 Select Universal remote setup from the top of the screen. This initiates the universal remote setup process. ...

40 41 Universal Remote Features 11 Press SOURCE to go to the Source screeen. 21 Select Universal remote setup from the top of the screen. This initiates the universal remote setup process. 31 Select an external registered device on the Universal remote setup screen. The following options are availab...

42 Controlling the TV with a Keyboard System > Device Manager > Keyboard Settings Try Now You can use a keyboard to control the TV. " Certain models do not support USB HID class keyboards. Connecting a Keyboard Connecting a USB Keyboard Plug the keyboard cable into the TV's USB port. A con...

42 43 Using the Keyboard Use the following remote features with the USB or Bluetooth keyboard connected to the TV. ● Arrow Keys (moving the focus), Windows Key ( MENU Button), Menu List Key ( TOOLS Button), Enter Key (Select/run item), ESC ( RETURN Button), Number Keys (Number Buttons) ● F1 ( a ), F...

44 Controlling the TV with a Mouse System > Device Manager > Mouse Settings Try Now You can use a mouse to control the TV with greater ease and comfort. " Certain models do not support USB HID class mice. Connecting a Mouse Connecting a USB Mouse Plug the mouse cable into the TV's USB port...

44 45 Using the Mouse Once a USB or Bluetooth mouse is connected to the TV, a pointer will appear on the TV's screen. You can use this pointer to control the TV as you would a computer. ● Selecting and Running an Item Left-click on the mouse. ● Displaying the Volume, Mute, and Channel Buttons Select...

46 Changing Mice Try Now Select System > Device Manager > Mouse Settings > Select Mouse . Designate which mouse to use. " Only one mouse may be used at a time. Changing Mouse Buttons and Pointer Speed Try Now Select System > Device Manager > Mouse Settings > Mouse Options . The...

46 47 Entering Text Using QWERTY A QWERTY keypad appears when you need to enter text (entering the network password, logging into your Samsung account, etc.), allowing you to enter text using your remote control. Using Additional Functions Select on the QWERTY keyboard screen. The following options ...

48 Establishing a Wired Internet Connection Connecting the TV to the Internet gives you access to online services and SMART features, and lets you update the TV's software quickly and easily through the Internet. Connecting a LAN Cable Use a LAN cable. " The TV will not be able to connect to the...

48 49 Connecting to a Wired Internet Network Automatically Network > Network Settings Try Now Automatically connect to an available network. 11 Set the Network Type to Wired , and then select Connect . 21 The TV attempts to connect to an available network. Once successful, you will see a confirma...

50 51 Establishing a Wireless Internet Connection Connecting the TV to the Internet gives you access to online services and SMART features, and lets you update the TV's software quickly and easily through the Internet. Connecting to a Wireless Internet Network Automatically Network > Network Sett...

52 Connecting to a Wireless Internet Network Manually Network > Network Settings With networks that require a static IP address, you will need to enter the IP address, subnet mask, gateway and DNS values manually to connect to the network. To get the IP address, subnet mask, gateway and DNS value...

52 53 51 In the IP Settings screen, set the IP setting to Enter manually , enter the IP Address , Subnet Mask , Gateway , and DNS Server values, and then select OK . ● Use one of the following methods to enter the numerical values. Set the numbers using the u and d buttons. Using Samsung Smart Contr...

54 Troubleshooting Internet Connectivity Issues If you are not able to connect the TV to the Internet, read the information below. Troubleshooting Wired Internet Connectivity Issues No network cable found Try Now Try Now Make sure the network cable is plugged in. If it is connected, make sure the ro...

54 55 Troubleshooting Wireless Internet Connectivity Issues Wireless network connection failed, Try Now Try Now Selected wireless router not found. Go to Network Settings and select the correct router. Unable to connect to a wireless router Try Now Try Now Check the following: 11 Check if the router...

56 Checking the Internet Connection Status Network > Network Status Try Now Network Network Status Network Settings Wi-Fi Direct Multimedia Device Settings Screen Mirroring Device Name [TV]Samsung LE... " Actual menu screen may differ depending on the TV model. View the current network and In...

56 57 Mobile Network " Availability depends on the specific model and area. While connecting to the mobile network, some functions might be unavailable. Refer to the diagram and insert the Mobile Dongle (sold separately) into the USB port. The Mobile Dongle must be connected to the TV in order t...

58 Using Multiple Functions in a Single Screen (Multi-Link Screen) This allows you to search the Web, use apps, and much more while watching TV. " Before using Multi-Link Screen, make sure the TV is connected to the Internet. Using Multi-Link Screen requires an Internet connection. " Before ...

60 Selecting the Audio-Source Screen It's possible to listen to audio from one screen through the speakers and audio from a different screen through the Bluetooth headphones. 11 Press the Samsung Smart Control's M.SCREEN button while Multi-Link Screen is running. The Options menu appears. 21 Select ...

60 61 Smart Hub Smart Hub > Open Smart Hub Try Now With Smart Hub, you can surf the web, download apps, and stay in touch with family and friends through social networking services. In addition, you can use photo, video, and music files stored on external storage devices. " Some Smart Hub ser...

62 Opening the Home Screen Press the button while watching TV to open the Home Screen . On the Home Screen , search through favourite apps, channels or sources and quickly access previously run or frequently used functions. " You can configure the TV to automatically open the Home Screen when it...

62 63 Moving to the Panel Screen Press the button to open the Home Screen , and select the Panel icon. You will move to the Panel screen. For each service panel, the following functions are available: ● NewsON " Availability depends on the specific model and area. NewsON provides a real-world se...

64 Using the Smart Hub Tutorial Support > Smart Hub Tutorial From the Support menu, select Smart Hub Tutorial . This will familiarise yourself with the basics of Smart Hub and panels. Resetting Smart Hub Smart Hub > Reset Smart Hub Try Now Reset all saved information relating to Samsung accoun...

64 65 Using Smart Hub with Samsung Account Samsung Account Log In Edit profile Link Service Accounts Remove Accounts from TV Create Account Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy " Actual menu screen may differ depending on the TV model. Creating a Samsung Account Smart Hub > Samsung Account Tr...

66 Creating a Samsung Account using a Facebook Account A Facebook user can easily obtain necessary information from Facebook and create a Samsung Account. 11 Navigate to Smart Hub > Samsung Account and select Log In . 21 Select + and select the Create with Facebook . 31 Enter your Facebook ID and...

66 67 Linking My Samsung and App Accounts Smart Hub > Samsung Account > Link Service Accounts Linking your Samsung Account to accounts of apps installed on the TV lets you automatically log into your linked app accounts when you log into your Samsung Account . For example, you can download the...

68 69 Using the NewsON Panel NewsON More News " Actual menu screen may differ depending on the TV model. " This service or some of functions of it may be not available in some countries or region. NewsON provides a real-world service that informs users of news and weather-related information...

70 Using the Games Panel Games Recommended My Page All Games " Actual menu screen may differ depending on the TV model. " This service or some of functions of it may be not available in some countries or region. Navigate to Smart Hub > Games to confirm the optimising game apps for Smart T...

70 71 Quickly Installing Games 11 Select All Games from the Games panel, navigate to a game from the list and press and hold the Enter button. " On the All Games screen, select the button to view the guide about the game controller. " On the All Games screen, select the button and select a d...

72 Managing Downloaded or Purchased Games In Smart Hub, move to the Games panel and select My Page at the bottom of the screen. " On the My Page screen, select the button to view the game controller guide. " On the My Page screen, select the button and select a desired sorting criterion. Thi...

72 73 Using SAMSUNG APPS Panel SAMSUNG APPS RECOMMENDED MY APPS Most Popular What's New Categories " Actual menu screen may differ depending on the TV model. " This service or some of functions of it may be not available in some countries or region. Smart Hub offers a variety of free news, s...

74 75 Installing an App " When the TV's internal memory is insufficient, you can install an app on a USB device. " Only when the USB device is connected are the app icons installed on the USB viewable on the SAMSUNG APPS screen. You can use an app installed on a USB device only when the USB ...

76 Launching an App Select an app on the SAMSUNG APPS screen to launch it. The icons indicate the following: ● : The app supports motion control. ● : The app supports voice control. ● : The app is installed on a USB device. ● : The app supports a pointer that can move by the Samsung Smart Control. D...

76 77 Removing an App from the TV " Note that if an app is removed, the data related to the app is also deleted. Removing an App 11 On the SAMSUNG APPS screen, move to the app you wish to remove. 21 Press and hold the Enter button. A pop-up menu appears. 31 On the pop-up menu on the screen, sele...

78 Updating an App 11 On the SAMSUNG APPS screen, move to the app you wish to update. 21 Press and hold the Enter button. A pop-up menu appears. 31 On the pop-up menu on the screen, select Update Apps . A pop-up window appears. 41 Select all the apps you wish to update and then select Update . All t...

78 79 Setting Push Notification Push notification function enables apps installed on the TV to send alerts and messages to the user. 11 Navigate to Smart Hub > Apps Settings > Push Notification Settings and set the Push Notification to On . 21 Set the Push Notification setting of apps you wish...

80 Using On TV Panel On TV FOR YOU Guide Timeline View Trending Recorded TV " Actual menu screen may differ depending on the TV model. " This service or some of functions of it may be not available in some countries or region. " Availability of recommended content depends on the specific...

82 Using Pop-Up Menu Functions Move the focus to a desired programme and press and hold the Enter button. The following options are available: " Available functions may differ depending on the selected programme. ● Recording the Current Programme You can instantly record a programme that is bein...

82 83 ● Viewing Related Content View a list of content related to the programme. If you select an item from the list, the detailed screen of the selected item appears. ● Rate You can rate the programme. ● Sharing You can choose to like or dislike a selected programme or share information about the s...

84 Using MOVIES & TV SHOWS Panel MOVIES & TV SHOWS NEWLY ADDED Favourites Featured Movies TV Shows Trending " Actual menu screen may differ depending on the TV model. " This service or some of functions of it may be not available in some countries or region. Use this feature to purch...

86 87 Watching a Movie/TV Programme " If you are using MOVIES & TV SHOWS for the first time or have not logged into your Samsung Account, new and popular movies and TV shows will be shown in the MOVIES & TV SHOWS list. To view a customised recommendation list in MOVIES & TV SHOWS , f...

88 Registering Content to Favourites 11 On MOVIES & TV SHOWS screen, select a movie or TV programme that you wish to register to Favourites . Detailed information about your selection appears on the screen. 21 Select button on the detailed information screen. The content is added to the Favourit...

90 Playing Media Contents from a USB Device 11 Press the button and select USB Drive in the MULTIMEDIA panel. USB devices connected to the TV are listed. 21 Select the device you wish to access. Folders and files of the selected USB device are listed. 31 Select the media content you wish to play. Th...

90 91 Playing Multimedia Content Saved in a Computer/Mobile Device " To view a guide about the PC connection, select Connect a PC under Network Device . " To view a guide about a Smartphone or tablet connection, select Connect to a Mobile Device under Network Device . Allowing Connection wit...

92 When Connected through Home Network (DLNA) " To connect a computer through home network (DLNA), refer to "Connecting to a Computer" section. " To connect a mobile device through home network (DLNA), refer to the "Connecting with a Mobile Device" section. " You may expe...

92 93 Playing Media Contents from a Storage Service Storage services store user contents such as photo, video, and music files on a server so that they can be viewed/played on the TV over the Internet. It's also possible to view your media contents saved on storage services such as Dropbox and SkyDr...

94 Buttons and Functions Available while Viewing Photos Press enter to access the following buttons. Pressing RETURN hides the playback buttons. ● Pause / Play Start or stop the slide show. The slide show feature displays all the photos contained in the selected folder, one photo at a time. ● Previo...

94 95 Buttons and Functions Available while Watching Video Press enter to access the following buttons. Pressing RETURN hides the playback buttons. ● Pause / Play Pause or play the video. When the video is paused, you can use the following functions. However, audio will not be heard while the video ...

96 97 Buttons and Functions Available while Playing Music Press enter to access the following buttons. Pressing RETURN hides the playback buttons. ● Pause / Play Pause or resume the music. ● Rewind / Fast Forward Rewind or fast forward the music. ● Previous / Next Select € twice to play the previous...

98 Functions on the Media Content List Screen The media content screen for the selected storage device includes the following functions. ● Filter Use this option to filter the list to see only the photo, video, or music files contained in the storage device. ● Sort by Sort the list by content type. ...

98 99 Controlling the TV with Your Voice (Voice Control) System > Voice Control You can access and select certain menu options and functions using voice commands. For more effective voice recognition, speak slowly and clearly in the language specified in the System > Voice Control > Languag...

100 Learning Voice Control Basics ● Moving the focus Say " Left ", " Right ", " Up ", or " Down " to move the focus. However, these commands can only be used in situations when the focus can be moved. ● Selecting an item Say " Select " to confirm the selection...

100 101 Using the Voice Interaction function Interactively Voice Control allows you to set up Schedule Recording / Schedule Viewing, access VODs, search and launch applications, and execute various other commands using voice commands and without having to remember specific commands or keywords. Sayi...

102 Enabling/Disabling TV Voice Enable/disable the TV's voice responses to your Voice Control commands. Navigate to System > Voice Control menu and select Use TV Voice . " Availability depends on the specific model and area. Enabling TV Voice in Selected Voice Gender Navigate to System > V...

102 103 Controlling the TV using Motions (Motion Control) " Availability depends on the specific model and area. System > Motion Control It’s possible to use motion commands to change channels, adjust the volume, and control the pointer while searching the web using Smart Hub. A TV camera (so...

104 Activating Motion Control System > Motion Control > Motion Control To activate Motion Control, raise your hand from a comfortable position with the index finger spreading upwards, and move it left or right slowly towards the TV camera. When your hand is successfully recognised by the TV ca...

106 ● Displaying Smart Hub's context menu On the Smart Hub screen, fold your index finger for more than 1 second and spread it out. This displays the selected item's context menu. " The screen's option menu differs depending on the selected lists. Showing and Hiding Animated Motion Guide Navigat...

106 107 Motion Control Screen Layout Motion Control Layout on the TV Screen Activating Motion Control while watching the TV displays the following icons on the screen: " The displayed icon differs depending on the model. Icon Description / Adjusts the volume. Mutes or unmutes the TV. / Changes t...

108 109 Motion Control Layout on the Smart Hub Screen Activating Motion Control while using Smart Hub displays the following icons on the screen: Icon Description / Adjusts the volume. However, this is only available for On TV . Adjusts the volume. However, this is only available for SAMSUNG APPS . ...

110 Displaying Hidden Icons When Using Smart Hub When using Motion Control with Smart Hub, the icons will disappear automatically after 2 seconds of inactivity. To display the hidden icons, move the pointer to one of the three edges shown below (marked in blue) and then hold it there for 1 second. T...

110 111 Signing in with Face Recognition Users can register their faces using the TV camera, and sign in with their Samsung accounts through Face Recognition. One face may be registered per account. Depending on the ambient illumination level and/or shadows over the face, the TV may have difficulty ...

112 Changing Login Method to Face Recognition To sign in with your Samsung Account using face recognition, navigate to Edit profile ( Smart Hub > Samsung Account > Edit profile ) and change the login method. " First, you must sign in with your Samsung Account. 11 Navigate to Smart Hub >...

113 Digital Broadcast Information at a Glance Broadcasting > Guide Try Now The Guide provides an overview of each digital channel's programme lineup. You can check the programme schedules and set up a Schedule Viewing or Schedule Recording . Press GUIDE to launch the guide. " The information ...

114 Checking the Current Programme Info While watching TV, select INFO to view information about the current programme. " In order to view the programme info, you must first set the TV's clock. Set the Clock ( System > Time > Clock ). " The programme information may vary depending on t...

114 115 Recording Programmes You can record current and upcoming programmes using a USB device instead of a video recorder. However, this is only available for digital channels. The icon appears next to programmes and channels for which a Schedule Recording has been set. " We recommend a USB har...

116 Managing USB Recording Devices You can use the following to manage USB recording devices. 11 Press to launch Smart Hub and then choose Recorded TV from the bottom of the On TV screen or USB Drive from the bottom of the MULTIMEDIA screen. A list of connected devices appears. 21 Select a USB recor...

116 117 Recording Programmes You can record current and upcoming programmes. Instant Recording Press the REC button to begin recording the current programme right away. The Instant and Schedule Recording options from the Guide Select a current programme from the Guide and then select INFO . You can ...

118 Buttons and Functions Available While Recording a Programme Press enter while recording a programme. The following buttons will appear as well as the recording progress bar. ● Information This displays detailed information about the programme being recorded. " The programme information may d...

118 119 Managing the Schedule Recording List Broadcasting > Schedule Manager You can change the settings of scheduled recording sessions or cancel scheduled sessions altogether. Deleting Schedule Recording Sessions You can delete scheduled recording sessions. 11 Select Broadcasting > Schedule ...

120 Viewing Recorded Programmes > On TV > Recorded TV or > MULTIMEDIA > USB Drive Recorded broadcasts can be viewed using the Recorded TV option at the bottom of the On TV screen or the USB Drive option at the bottom of the MULTIMEDIA screen. 11 Press to launch Smart Hub and then choose ...

122 123 Managing Recorded Files " Availability depends on the specific model and area. > On TV > Recorded TV or > MULTIMEDIA > USB Drive Select Recorded TV at the bottom of the On TV screen or USB Drive at the bottom of the MULTIMEDIA screen to lock/unlock, rename, delete, and genera...

124 125 Setting Up a Schedule Viewing Configure the TV to show a specific channel or programme at a specific time and date. The icon appears next to programmes that have been configured for a Schedule Viewing . " To set up a Schedule Viewing , you must first set the TV's clock. Go to Clock ( Sys...

126 Managing the Schedule Viewing List Broadcasting > Schedule Manager You can change the settings of Schedule Viewing sessions or cancel scheduled sessions altogether. Deleting Schedule Viewing Sessions You can delete Schedule Viewing sessions. 11 Select Broadcasting > Schedule Manager . 21 S...

126 127 Using Timeshift " Availability depends on the specific model and area. Timeshift lets you pause and rewind live TV as you would a DVD. Timeshift is only available for digital channels and activating Timeshift disables the Broadcasting option. Timeshift requirements: – A USB recording dev...

128 Using the Channel List Broadcasting > Channel List Try Now Launch the Channel List while watching TV to change channels or to see what's on other channels. Select a channel from the Channel List to jump to it right away. To quickly scroll through the list, use the channel up/down buttons. Thi...

128 129 Registering, Removing, and Editing Channels Broadcasting > Edit Channel Try Now Remove channels from the index of channel restore removed channels, and rename analogue channels. The Edit Channel screen icons indicate the following: ● : An analogue channel ● : A favourites channel ● : A lo...

130 Editing Registered Channels Broadcasting > Edit Channel Select Options at the bottom of the screen to access the following options. However, the available options may vary depending on the broadcast signal. ● Select All Selects all channels displayed in the Edit Channel screen. ● Sorting (Dig...

130 131 Creating a Personal Favourites List Broadcasting > Edit Favourites Try Now You can designate frequently watched channels as favourites. Favourites channels are highlighted in the Edit Channel and Channel List screens with the symbol. You can create up to 5 favourites channel lists. Regist...

132 Viewing Favourites List Channels Only It's possible to flip through Favourites list channels using only the channel up/down buttons. " A Favourites list can only be selected if it contains at least one favourites channel. 11 Run Channel List . ( Broadcasting > Channel List ). 21 Press £ b...

132 133 Removing Registered Channels from a Favourites List Remove channels from a favourites channels list. 11 Select Change Fav. at the bottom of the screen and then change the Favourites list to the Favourites list you want to use. 21 Select the channels you want to remove from the selected Favou...

134 Renaming a Favourites List Rename an existing favourites channels list. 11 Select Change Fav. at the bottom of the screen and then change the Favourites list to the Favourites list you want to use. 21 Select Options . A list appears. 31 Select Rename Favourites from the list. A pop-up window app...

134 135 Watching a Sports Game Realistically (Soccer Mode) System > Soccer Mode Try Now Soccer Mode enables optimal picture and sound settings for sports events, making them appear and sound as if you were actually there. In addition, it will be possible to use video recording and time shift func...

136 Functions Available in Soccer Mode Press enter. The following buttons will appear. ● Zoom You can pause the current video and zoom in on one of 9 different sections of the screen. Pan the zoomed-in image using < , > , ¡ , £ buttons. " You cannot use this function when watching a 3D cha...

136 137 ● Highlights Player Use Highlights Player to view manually or automatically saved highlight segments of the recording. " Available only when recording is in progress. However, Highlights Player is not available with these TV operations: ● When Audio Description is set to On ● Switching t...

138 TV-Viewing Support Features Showing Subtitles System > Accessibility > Subtitle Try Now Show subtitles. Subtitles will be displayed when watching a broadcast that supports subtitles. Switches subtitles On or Off . " Press and hold the ¢ button on the Samsung Smart Control to turn on or...

138 139 PIP Broadcast Viewing Picture > PIP Try Now Use the PIP (Picture-In-Picture) function to watch TV in a small window while also watching images from an external source such as a DVD player, a Blu-ray player, or a computer in the background. Select Picture > PIP to display the PIP settin...

140 Scanning for Available Channels Broadcasting > Auto Tuning Try Now Automatically scans and indexes all channels received through the TV's antenna input connector. " If there are saved channels, this feature deletes the existing list and then saves the newly scanned channels. If the TV is ...

140 141 Using the Channel Settings Broadcasting > Channel Settings Country (or Area) Broadcasting > Channel Settings > Country (or Area ) Select your country so that the TV can correctly auto-tune the broadcasting channels. " Availability depends on the specific area. When the PIN input...

142 When Aerial Source is set to Terrestrial or Cable ● Digital Channel Tuning Scans for a digital channel. 11 Select the New . " When selecting Aerial → Terrestrial : Channel , Frequency , Bandwidth – The Bandwidth function may not be supported depending on the region. 21 Select the Search . Wh...

142 143 Transfer Channel List Broadcasting > Channel Settings > Transfer Channel List Imports or exports the channel map. When the PIN input screen appears, enter the PIN. " Availability depends on the specific model and area. You should connect a USB storage device to use this function. ●...

144 Changing the Picture Mode and Adjusting the Picture Quality Choosing the Right Picture Mode for the Viewing Environment Picture > Picture Mode Try Now The following picture modes utilise different contrast and brightness settings to provide the best viewing experience for the environment. ...

144 145 Adjusting the Picture Quality for Each Picture Mode Picture > Backlight , Contrast , Brightness , Sharpness , Colour or Tint (G/R) Select one of the settings to display its slide bar. Change the adjustment value using ¡ , £ . Change the item using < , > . Adjusted values are applied...

148 Adjusting the Picture for Easier Viewing (Picture Options) Picture > Picture Options Try Now Select Picture > Picture Options to make additional adjustments for an easier viewing experience. " When the TV is connected to a computer via an HDMI-DVI cable, only Colour Tone can be adjuste...

150 151 Viewing in 3D " Availability depends on the specific model. Picture > 3D The 3D option lets you view 3D media content and broadcasts. You will need to wear Samsung 3D Active Glasses to play 3D content. IR-type Samsung 3D Active Glasses and third-party 3D glasses are not supported. ...

152 Changing the 3D Mode Picture > 3D > 3D Mode 11 Launch 3D and then select 3D Mode under Picture > 3D . 21 Choose from the 3D modes that appear on the screen. Supported 3D Mode may vary depending on the 3D content. " 3D Mode is automatically configured for most 3D content. The followi...

152 153 Adjusting the 3D Effect Picture > 3D Configure the viewpoint, depth, and other 3D settings for a custom viewing experience. " All 3D effects with the exception of 3D Auto View can only be used while watching 3D content. ● Adjusting the 3D perspective Select Picture > 3D > 3D Per...

154 Picture Support Functions PIP Broadcast Viewing Picture > PIP Use the PIP ("Picture-In-Picture") function to watch TV in a small window while also watching content from a DVD player, Blu-ray player, computer, or a different external device in the background. Select Picture > PIP to...

154 155 Changing the Picture Size and Position Choosing the Right Screen Size Picture > Picture Size > Picture Size Try Now Most TV programmes and videos are displayed in full screen, but some programmes and videos are larger or smaller. Change the screen size for such programmes and videos so...

156 Adjusting the Screen Position Picture > Picture Size > Zoom/Position or Position Adjusts the screen position. This option is only available with Picture Size set to Wide Zoom , Zoom , or Screen Fit . When the TV is tuned to a digital channel, the screen position cannot be adjusted if the P...

156 157 Changing the Sound Mode and Using Sound Effects Choosing the Right Sound Mode for the Environment Sound > Sound Mode Try Now Sound modes apply preset adjustments to the sound output, optimised for different viewing and listening circumstances. " The sound modes cannot be used when you...

158 Using Sound Effects Sound > Sound Effect Try Now Use sound effects to alter how the TV projects sound. Restrictions: ● Sound effects can only be used with the Sound Mode set to Standard . ● Sound effects cannot be used when you are listening to audio through external speakers. Choose a Sound ...

158 159 Sound Support Functions Selecting Speakers Sound > Speaker Settings > TV Sound Output Try Now This lets you choose which speakers the TV uses for audio output. To listen to the audio through the speakers of a connected receiver or home theatre only, select Receiver or Audio Out. To lis...

160 161 Listening to 3D Audio in 3D Mode Sound > 3D Audio 3D audio technology provides immersive sound that matches the pop-up effect of 3D video by using perspective in the audio depth control. " Only available in 3D mode. Resetting All Sound Settings Sound > Reset Sound Try Now Use to re...

162 Setting the Time and Using the Timer Setting the Current Time System > Time > Clock Try Now Set the clock manually or automatically. Once the clock has been set, you can select the INFO button to check the current time. " The clock must be reset every time the power is disconnected. Se...

162 163 Using the Timers Using the Sleep Timer System > Time > Sleep Timer Try Now This automatically shuts off the TV after a preconfigured period of time. Select System > Time > Sleep Timer . You can set the timer up to 180 minutes in 30-minute increments. Turning On the TV using On Ti...

164 ● Aerial Set the Source to TV to select a broadcast signal. ● Channel Set the Source to TV to select a channel. ● Music / Photo Set the Source to USB to choose a USB folder that contains music or photo files. Selecting both music and image files plays the music files and displays the images at t...

164 165 Using the Screen Burn Protection and Energy Saving Features Preventing Screen Burn System > Auto Protection Time Try Now Still images can leave burned-in after-images on the screen if left for a long time. Use Screen Burn Protection to protect the screen. Select System > Auto Protectio...

166 167 Setting Up Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) System > Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) Try Now ● Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) Try Now Enables/disables Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) . Set to Off to disable all Anynet+ related features. Set to On to enable all Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) related features. ● Auto Turn Off Try Now When set to Yes . t...

168 Accessing the External Device's Menu Once the TV has switched over to the selected device, you can access the device's menu using the TV's remote control. Select TOOLS . The following list appears, though it may differ based on the external device: ● Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) Displays a list of HDMI-CE...

168 169 Using the e-Manual Launching the e-Manual Support > e-Manual The embedded e-manual contains information. " You can also download a copy of the e-manual from Samsung's website, and read it on your computer or print it out. " Yellow words indicate a menu item; white bold words indic...

170 Loading Pages from the Index Page Select Index from the side of the screen to bring up the index screen. Select a keyword from the list to navigate to the relevant page. " Availability depends on the area or language. Using History to Load Previously Read Pages Select Opened page from the si...

170 171 Updating the Software Support > Software Update Try Now Check your TV's software version and upgrade it if necessary. If the TV is connected to the Internet, TV is set to update software automatically. If you don’t want to update it automatically, set Auto update ( Software Update 〉 Auto ...

172 Enabling Automatic Software Updates Support > Software Update > Auto update Try Now If the TV is connected to the Internet, the Auto update option upgrades the TV’s software while it is in Standby Mode. In Standby Mode, the TV appears to be turned off, but still has access to the Internet....

172 173 If malicious code is detected If malicious code was found, the results of the scan will appear on the screen. This result window displays all malicious code found, and provides options to either quarantine the code or allow them to continue. 11 Select all malicious code to quarantine or allo...

174 Using Other Functions Enabling Voice Guide for the Visually Impaired System > Accessibility > Voice Guide " Availability depends on the specific model, area and language. Voice Guide provides guiding information in voice to aid the visually impaired to use the TV more conveniently. Ena...

174 175 Changing the Volume, Speed, Pitch and Description Level of the Voice Guide Navigate to System > Accessibility and then select Voice Guide . This changes the volume, speed, pitch and description level of the Voice Guide . ● Volume Change the Voice Guide option's volume level. " The Voi...

176 Expanding the Smart Hub's Focus Area System > Accessibility > Enlarge Try Now Navigate to System > Accessibility and set Enlarge to On . This zooms in the focused item when you use Smart Hub. " Press and hold the ¢ button on the Samsung Smart Control to turn on or off Enlarge . Chan...

176 177 Programme Rating Lock Broadcasting > Programme Rating Lock Try Now The Programme Rating Lock blocks programmes with ratings higher than those desired. This is useful for controlling what children watch on TV. This will not function for programmes originating from external sources, such as...

178 Enabling/Disabling Sound Feedback System > General > Sound Feedback Try Now Sound Feedback provides audio cues as you navigate through menus and select menu options. Locking/Unlocking the Panel Keys System > General > Panel Lock Try Now Use to lock and unlock the TV's front panel but...

180 181 Restoring the TV to the Factory Settings Support > Self Diagnosis > Reset Try Now This option restores all TV settings (excluding the Internet) to the factory defaults. 11 Select Support > Self Diagnosis > Reset . The Security PIN entry window appears on the screen. 21 Enter the ...

182 Teletext Feature " Availability depends on the specific area. The index page of the Teletext service gives you information on how to use the Service. For Teletext information to be displayed correctly, channel reception must be stable. Otherwise, information may be missing or some pages may ...

184 Getting Support The TV has several built-in systems designed for user and TV system support. Support through Remote Management Support > Remote Management Try Now If you need assistance with your TV, you can use this feature to let Samsung Electronics diagnose your TV remotely. You will need ...

186 Finding the Information You Need for Service Support > Contact Samsung Try Now Use this option to find the support service website's address and contact number, your TV's model number, your TV's software version, the Smart Hub info, and other information you need to receive the service suppor...

188 189 I can't hear the sound clearly. Testing the Sound Support > Self Diagnosis > Sound Test Try Now Before you review the list of problems and solutions below, make sure that the Speaker Select menu item is set to TV Speaker , and then listen to the speakers again. If the TV still does not...

190 I can't see 3D images clearly. Testing 3D Picture Quality Support > Self Diagnosis > 3D Picture Test " Availability depends on the specific model and area. " If you have not paired your 3D glasses with the TV, pair them first. To test 3D picture quality, the TV and the 3D glasses m...

190 191 There is a problem with the broadcast. The Problem Try this! The TV is not receiving all channels. If your TV is not connected to a cable box or satellite box: ● Confirm that the coaxial cable is securely connected to the TV. ● If you are using an antenna, verify it is positioned correctly a...

192 The Schedule Recording/Timeshift function isn't working. The Problem Try this! The TV cannot recognise the USB device or the Format Device , Check Device and Device Performance Test functions fail. Refer to the USB device's manual and see if data can be stored on it. Check if the USB device is i...

194 195 I am having trouble launching/using apps. The Problem Try this! I launched an app, but it's in English. How can I change the language? Languages supported by the app may be different from the user interface language. The ability to change the language depends on the service provider. My appl...

196 Other Issues The Problem Try this! The TV is hot. Watching TV for an extended period of time causes the panel to generate heat. The heat from the panel is dissipated through internal vents running along the top of the TV. The bottom, however, may feel hot to the touch after extended use. Childre...

198 Before Using the Recording and Timeshift Functions " Availability depends on the specific model and area. Before Using the Recording and Schedule Recording Functions ● To set up a Schedule Recording, you must first set the TV's clock. Set the Clock ( System > Time > Clock ). ● Recordin...

198 199 Before the Using Timeshift Function ● A USB hard drive with a speed of 5,400rpm or above is recommended. However, RAID-type USB hard drives are not supported. ● USB memory sticks or flash drives are not supported. ● The total recording capacity may vary depending on the amount of available h...

200 Before Using 3D Viewing Mode " Availability depends on the specific model. 3D Precautions [ Warning ● In 3D viewing mode, the screen may flicker under florescent lighting (50Hz ~ 60Hz) or three-wave lighting. " If this occurs, turn off the lighting or adjust it to a low level. ● When you...

202 203 Supported Resolutions for each 3D Mode " Availability depends on the specific model and area. These specifications apply to the 16:9 display ratio only. HDMI ● 3D Mode: (L/R), (T/B) Resolution Frequency (Hz) 1280 x 720p 50 / 59.94 / 60 1920 x 1080i 50 / 59.94 / 60 1920 x 1080p 23.98 / 24...

204 Component Resolution Frequency (Hz) 1280 x 720p 50 / 59.94 / 60 1920 x 1080i 50 / 59.94 / 60 1920 x 1080p 23.98 / 24 / 25 / 29.97 / 30 / 50 / 59.94 / 60 Digital Channel Resolution Frequency (Hz) 1280 x 720p 50 / 59.94 / 60 1920 x 1080i 50 / 59.94 / 60 1920 x 1080p 25 Videos/Photos Refer to the &...

204 205 Supported Resolutions for UHD (When connecting via UHD) HDMI Connector except for the MHL-to-HDMI Connector If HDMI UHD Color is set to Off ● Resolution: 3840 x 2160p, 4096 x 2160p " The HDMI connector with HDMI UHD Color set to Off supports up to UHD 50P/60P 4:2:0, while the HDMI connec...

206 S-Recommendation Disclaimer " Availability depends on the specific model and area. S Recommendation with Voice Interaction Recommendation given to common speech commands Voice Interaction limited to the official language of the country of purchase. Performance may vary based on content avail...

206 207 Read Before Using Voice, Motion, or Face Recognition " Availability depends on the specific model and area. Voice, Motion, and Face Recognition Precautions Face Recognition ● This product saves thumbnail images of users' faces for use during the Face Login. ● Logging into the Smart Hub v...

208 209 Requirements for Using Voice, Motion, or Face Recognition Requirements for Using Voice Recognition ● The voice recognition rate varies depending on the volume/tone, pronunciation, and ambient sound environment (TV sound and ambient noise). Requirements for Using Motion Recognition ● Before u...

210 Requirements for using Face Recognition ● You should be located between 1.5m and 4.0m from the camera. The actual recognition range may vary depending on the camera angle and other factors. ● The appropriate ambient brightness is 50 to 500 lux. (100 Lux: Bathroom, 400 Lux: Living Room) ● Face Re...

210 211 Read Before Using SAMSUNG APPS ● Due to the product characteristics featured on the Samsung Smart Hub, as well as limitations in available content, certain features, applications, and services may not be available on all devices or in all territories. Some Smart Hub features may also require...

212 Web Browser Restrictions ● Select Web Browser . The browsing screen may differ from the one on your computer. ● The web browser is not compatible with Java applications. ● You cannot download files. If you attempt to download a file, you will receive an error message instead. ● The web browser m...

214 Read Before Playing Photo, Video, or Music Files Photo, Video, and Music File Use Limitations ● The TV supports MSC (Mass Storage Class) USB devices only. MSC is a class designation for mass USB Drives. Types of MSC devices include external hard drives, flash card readers, and digital cameras. (...

214 215 Supported External Subtitles " Certain files, depending on how they were encoded, may not play on the TV. Name Format MPEG-4 Timed text .ttxt SAMI .smi SubRip .srt SubViewer .sub Micro DVD .sub or .txt SubStation Alpha .ssa Advanced SubStation Alpha .ass Powerdivx .psb SMPTE-TT Text .xml...

216 217 Supported Video Codecs " Codec availability depends on the model. " Certain files, depending on how they were encoded, may not play on the TV. File Format Container Video Codecs Resolution Frame Rate (fps) Bitrate (Mbps) Audio Codec H.264 BP / MP / HP 4096x2160 4096X2160: MAX 30 3840...

218 Other Restrictions ● Codecs may not function properly if there is a problem with the content data. ● Video content does not play or does not play correctly if there is an error in the content or container. ● Sound or video may not work if they have standard bit rates/frame rates above the TV’s c...

218 219 Read After Installing the TV Picture Sizes and Input Signals Picture Size Input Signal Auto Wide ATV, AV, DTV (576i/p, 720p), DTV (1080i, 1080p) 16:9 ATV, AV, DTV (576i/p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p), Component (480i/p, 576i/p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p), HDMI (480i/p, 576i/p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p), HDMI (40...

220 Read Before Setting Up a Wireless Internet Connection Wireless Internet Precautions ● This TV supports the IEEE 802.11a/b/g /n communication protocols. Samsung recommends using IEEE 802.11n. Video files stored on a device connected to the TV via DLNA may not play back smoothly. ● To use wireless...

220 221 Read Before Connecting a Computer (Supported Resolutions) When you connect your TV to a computer, set the computer's video card to one of the standard resolutions listed in the tables below or on the next page. The TV will automatically adjust to the resolution you choose. Note that the opti...

222 VESA DMT Resolution (DotsxLines) Display Format Horizontal Frequency (KHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) Clock Frequency (MHz) Polarity (Horizontal/ Vertical) 640x480 60Hz 31.469 59.940 25.175 -/- 640x480 72Hz 37.861 72.809 31.500 -/- 640x480 75Hz 37.500 75.000 31.500 -/- 800x600 60Hz 37.879 60.317 40...

222 223 Supported Video Resolutions CEA-861 Resolution (DotsxLines) Display Format Horizontal Frequency (KHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) Clock Frequency (MHz) Polarity (Horizontal/ Vertical) 720(1440)x480i 60Hz 15.734 59.940 27.000 -/- 720(1440)x576i 50Hz 15.625 50.000 27.000 -/- 720x480 60Hz 31.469 59...

224 Licence DivX Certified® to play DivX® video up to HD 1080p, including premium content. ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX® is a digital video format created by DivX, LLC, a subsidiary of Rovi Corporation. This is an official DivX Certified® device that has passed rigorous testing to verify that it plays Div...

226 Glossary ● 480i/480p/720p/1080i/1080p Generally refers to the number of effective scanning lines that determines the screen's resolution. There are two scanning methods: interlaced and progressive. – Scanning Sequential projection of pixels to form images. The higher the number of pixels, the cl...