Samsung UN65KS9500FXZA - User Manual

2 3 Using Voice Interaction Speak into the microphone on your Samsung Smart Remote to control your TV. " Availability depends on the specific model. Setting up Voice Interaction Turning the TV's verbal response (voice) on/off Settings System Expert Settings Voice Interaction Voice Feedback Turn ...

4 Connecting an Antenna You can connect an antenna cable to your TV. " An antenna connection is not necessary if you connect a cable or satellite box. ANT IN Connecting to the Internet You can get access to the Internet through your TV. Connecting to your Internet network Settings Network Open N...

4 5 Establishing a wireless Internet connection Settings Network Open Network Settings Wireless Make sure that you have the wireless router's SSID (name) and password settings before attempting to connect, and then follow the directions on the screen. Network Settings Wireless Connection Select your...

6 Troubleshooting Internet Connectivity Issues If your TV won't connect to the Internet, try the solutions below. Troubleshooting wired Internet connectivity issues Try Now After reading the following content, troubleshoot the wired Internet connection issue. If the problem persists, contact your In...

6 7 Troubleshooting wireless Internet connectivity issues After reading the following content, troubleshoot the wireless Internet connection issue. If the problem persists, contact your Internet Service Provider. Wireless network connection failed If a selected wireless router is not found, go to Op...

8 Connecting Video Devices Make the correct video connections between your TV and your external devices. Connecting with an HDMI cable HDMI IN Connecting with a component cable (only for models with COMPONENT IN / AV IN) After referencing the figure below, connect the Component IN on the TV to the C...

10 Audio Input and Output Connections Make the correct audio connections between your TV and your external devices. Connecting with an HDMI (ARC) cable HDMI IN (ARC) Connecting with a digital audio (optical) cable DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL)

12 Connecting a Computer Use the TV as a computer monitor or connect the TV to a computer via your network and access the computer's content. Connecting through the HDMI port ― Screen sharing HDMI IN (DVI) HDMI DVI HDMI IN (DVI) " When your PC is connected, select PC for the Device Icon . For mo...

12 13 Connecting a Mobile Device View a mobile device's screen by connecting the mobile device to your TV or network. Using Smart View (Screen Mirroring) or contents sharing You can play media content saved on your mobile device on the TV's screen and share contents by connecting with the mirroring ...

14 Switching between external devices connected to the TV You can switch between TV programs and the content of external devices. Changing the input signal Source When you select a connected external device on the Source screen, the output of the selected device is displayed on the TV's screen. "...

14 15 Connection Notes When connecting an external device, note the following: " The number of connectors and their names and locations may differ with the model. " Refer to the external device's operating manual when connecting it to the TV. The number of external device connectors and thei...

16 Connection notes for audio devices ● For better audio quality, it is a good idea to use an AV receiver. ● Connecting a device using an optical cable does not automatically turn off the TV speakers. To turn off the TV speakers, set Select Speaker ( Settings Sound Select Speaker ) to Audio Out/ Opt...

17 About the Samsung Smart Remote (Voice Interaction version) Voice Interaction is available for Samsung Smart Remotes that have a microphone. However, this function may not be supported depending on the model or geographical region. Directional pad (up/down/left/right) Select Remote Control and Per...

18 19 About the Samsung Smart Remote (No Voice Interaction) Functions available on the Samsung Smart Remote may differ by model or geographical region. Directional pad (up/down/left/right) Select

20 21 Connecting to the Samsung Smart Remote Pair the TV with the Samsung Smart Remote. " Availability depends on the specific model. When you turn on the TV for the first time, the Samsung Smart Remote pairs to the TV automatically. If the Samsung Smart Remote does not pair to the TV automatica...

22 Controlling the TV with a Keyboard or Gamepad Connecting a keyboard or gamepad makes it easier to control the TV. Connecting a USB keyboard Plug the keyboard cable into the USB port. Connecting a Bluetooth keyboard and gamepad Settings System Input Device Manager Add Bluetooth Keyboard & Game...

22 23 Setting up the keyboard In Settings System Input Device Manager , you can set the following functions. ● Keyboard Language ● Keyboard Type ● Input Language Shortcut Entering Text using the On-Screen QWERTY Keyboard Use the QWERTY keyboard to enter text on your TV. " The image on your TV ma...

24 Smart Hub View descriptions of Smart Hub's basic functions.Press the button. Source Source " The image on your TV may differ from the image above depending on your model and geographical area. After pressing the button on your remote control, you can surf the web and download apps with Smart ...

26 Removing an item on the Home Screen To remove an item on the Home Screen, move the focus to the item you want to remove, press the down directional button, and then select Remove . Moving an item on the Home Screen To move an item on the Home Screen, move the focus to the item you want to move to...

26 27 " If you want to review the Terms and Conditions, select View Details . " If you want your account to be protected, select Profile image selection and password entry (High security) in the field below the password field. " If you want the TV to log you in to your account automatica...

28 Using the GAMES Service Enjoy games provided with Smart Hub. " Availability depends on the specific model. GAMES GAMES My Games Spotlight All Games Controller Trending " The image on your TV may differ from the image above depending on your model and geographical area. You can install or ...

28 29 Running an installed game To run a game, select GAMES My Games . Managing purchased or installed games On the My Games screen, move the focus to the desired game, and then press and hold the Select button. You can also, select My Games Options to manage installed games. Adding a game to the Ho...

30 Automatically updating games The installed games can be automatically updated. If you do not want games automatically updated, set My Games Options Auto Update to Off . " Automatic update is enabled only when the TV is connected to the Internet. Rating games You can rate each game in the deta...

30 31 Installing and running an app Installing an app 1. Move to the app you want to install, and then press the Select button. The detailed information screen appears. 2. Select Install . When the installation is complete, you can run it immediately. " You can view installed apps on the My Apps...

32 Moving apps 1. Select My Apps Options Move . 2. Select an app to move. 3. Move the app to the desired location. 4. Press the Select button. 5. Select Done . " This function is not available on certain models in specific geographical areas. Removing an app 1. Select My Apps Options Delete . 2....

32 33 Rating apps You can rate an app on the detailed information screen using the left or right directional button on the remote. Using other app features and functions Settings Broadcasting Expert Settings Channel-bound Apps A channel bound app provides information about offerings and services ava...

34 Using the Web Browser Surf the Internet on your TV. WEB BROWSER " When you select WEB BROWSER , you can see recently viewed web sites or featured recommendations. When you select a desired web site, you can get immediate access to it. " You can use the WEB BROWSER more easily after connec...

34 35 Playing media content 1. Select a device with media content in Source . The media content list in the device appears. 2. Select a media content item from the list. The content is played. " For more information about buttons, refer to "Buttons and functions available while playing multi...

37 Viewing Broadcast Information at a Glance See an overview of each channel's program lineup. Using the guide Live TV Guide Try Now In the Guide , you can see the daily program schedules for each broadcaster, see program information, choose a program to watch, and set up a schedule viewing or recor...

38 Changing the broadcast signal Live TV Channel List After pressing the right directional button on your remote control, select Antenna to choose Air or Cable . " You do not need to use this function if your TV is connected to a cable or satellite box. Checking digital channel signal info and s...

38 39 Using the instant and schedule recording options on the program info window ● Instant Recording Press the Select button while watching a program to display the program info window. Press and hold the Select button, and then select Record to record the program. ● Schedule Recording Press the Se...

40 Setting Up a Schedule Viewing Configure the TV to show a specific channel or program at a specific time and date. The appears next to programs that have been configured for a schedule viewing. " To set up a schedule viewing, you must first set the TV's clock ( Settings System Time Clock ). Se...

40 41 Using Timeshift Play, pause, or rewind live TV.You can pause and rewind live TV by using Timeshift . Activating this function disables the Broadcasting function. Try Now " This function is not available in the U.S.A. and Canada. " To use Timeshift, you must connect a USB device for rec...

42 Editing channels Edit the channels stored on your TV. Live TV Channel List All Channels Edit The All Channels screen contains the following icons: ● : A favorite channel Re-registering and deleting a channel Removing registered channels To remove a channel, select it, and then select Delete . To ...

42 43 Watching blocked / restricted programs To watch a blocked program, enter the PIN when requested. When initially showing a restricted program or movie, the screen is blank because the Program Rating Lock blocks it. Enter the PIN to unblock the program when a message appears requesting the code....

44 Removing channels from a favorites list Select channels in a favorites list, and then select the button. Rearranging a favorites list Select one or more channels, and then select Change Order . The Change Order highlight appears. Press the up/down directional buttons to indicate the new location ...

44 45 ● When the Smart View function is running ● When you are viewing highlights of the current soccer game in the UHD resolution using the Highlight Player function ● While watching an analog program " This function is not available in the U.S.A. and Canada. " The performance of Auto Highl...

46 Configuring advanced broadcasting settings Settings Broadcasting Expert Settings Try Now Selecting the broadcast audio language Settings Broadcasting Expert Settings Audio Options Audio Options functions differently for analog and digital channels. Selecting a Language Settings Broadcasting Exper...

47 Adjusting the Picture Quality Change the Picture Mode and adjust Expert Settings. Choosing a picture mode Settings Picture Picture Mode Try Now You can select the Picture Mode that provides the best viewing experience. ● Dynamic Makes the picture brighter and clearer in bright viewing environment...

48 49 Picture Support Functions Configure the picture settings for your TV. Viewing a picture-in-picture (PIP) Settings Picture PIP While viewing video from an external device such as a Blu-ray player on the main screen, you can watch a TV broadcast in a picture-in-picture (PIP) window. " This f...

50 Changing the picture size Settings Picture Picture Size Try Now You can change the size of the picture displayed on the TV screen. ● 16:9 Standard ● Custom ● 4:3 [ Do not watch your TV in 4:3 mode for extended periods of time. This action can cause the black bars, which appear at the top, bottom,...

50 51 Adjusting the Sound Quality Change the Sound Mode and adjust Expert Settings. Choosing a sound mode Settings Sound Sound Mode Try Now You can select a sound mode to optimize your listening experience. Configuring advanced sound settings Settings Sound Expert Settings Try Now You can personaliz...

52 Using the Sound Support Functions Configure the sound settings for your TV. Selecting speakers Settings Sound Select Speaker Try Now You can select which speakers the TV uses for audio output. " When Select Speaker is set so that sound comes from external speakers only, the Volume and Mute bu...

52 53 Listening to the TV through a Multiroom speaker " This function is not available on certain models in specific geographical areas. Creating surround effect through Multiroom speaker Settings Sound Expert Settings Wireless Speaker Manager Multiroom Link Type When a multiroom speaker is used...

54 Setting the Time and Using the Timer Set the current time and use the timer function. Setting the current time Settings System Time Try Now You can set the Clock manually or automatically. Once the Clock is set, you can view the current time on the TV anytime. " The clock must be reset every ...

54 55 Using the timers Using the sleep timer Settings System Time Sleep Timer You can use this function to automatically shut off the TV after a pre-set period of time. You can set the timer in 30 minute increments for up to 3 hours. Turning on the TV using the on timer Settings System Time On Timer...

56 Using the Screen Burn Protection and Energy Saving Functions Protect the screen from screen burn-in and reduce the TV's energy consumption. Preventing screen burn Settings System Expert Settings Auto Protection Time Still images can leave burned-in after-images if left on the screen for a long pe...

58 Updating the TV’s Software View your TV's software version and update it if necessary. Settings Support Software Update Try Now Updating the TV’s software to the latest version [ DO NOT turn off the TV’s power until the update is complete. The TV will turn off and on automatically after completin...

58 59 Protecting the TV from Hacking and Malicious Code Protect your TV from hacking attempts and malicious code. Settings System Expert Settings Smart Security You can use Smart Security to protect the TV from hacking and malicious code when it is connected to the Internet. Checking the TV and conn...

60 Using Other Functions View other functions. Running the accessibility functions Settings System Accessibility Try Now Enabling voice guides for the visually impaired Settings System Accessibility Voice Guide Try Now You can activate voice guides that describe the menu options aloud to aid the vis...

60 61 Showing captions Settings System Accessibility Caption Caption Set Caption to On to watch programs with the captions displayed. " Captions are not displayed by programs that do not support captions. " The TV cannot control or modify DVD or Blu-ray subtitles. To control DVD or Blu-ray s...

62 Enlarging the font (for the visually impaired) Settings System Accessibility Enlarge Try Now You can enlarge the size of the font on the screen. To activate, set Enlarge to On . Learning about the remote control (for the visually impaired) Settings System Accessibility Learn Remote Control Try No...

62 63 Setting up a password Settings System Expert Settings Change PIN The PIN input window appears. Enter a PIN. Enter it again to confirm it. The default PIN is 0000. If you forget your PIN, you can reset it with your remote control. With the TV turned on, press the following buttons on the remote...

64 Using the TV as a display model (for retail stores) Settings System Expert Settings Usage Mode You can turn the TV into a display model for retail environments by setting Usage Mode to Retail Mode . " For all other uses, select Home Mode . " With Retail Mode , some functions are disabled,...

65 Getting Support Get help directly from Samsung if you have a problem with your TV. Getting support through Remote Management Settings Support Remote Management Try Now To let Samsung Electronics diagnose your TV remotely when you need assistance with your TV, set Remote Management to On . You wil...

66 Requesting service Settings Support Request Support Try Now " This function is not available in specific geographical areas. You can request service when you encounter a problem with the TV. Select the item matching the problem that you encountered, and then select Request Now or Schedule App...

68 The problem Try this! The color is poor or the picture is not bright enough. Go to the Picture and then adjust the Picture Mode , Brightness , Sharpness , and Color settings.See if Energy Saving Mode ( Settings System Eco Solution Energy Saving Mode ) has been enabled. Try resetting the picture. ...

68 69 The problem Try this! The speakers are making an odd sound. Make sure that the audio cable is connected to the correct audio output connector on the external device.For antenna or cable connections, check the signal information. A low signal level may cause sound distortions.Run Start Sound Te...

70 My Computer Won't Connect When the TV has difficulties connecting to a PC, these steps may help resolve the problem. The problem Try this! The "Mode Not Supported" message appears. Set your PC’s output resolution so it matches a resolution supported by the TV. The video is OK but there is...

70 71 The Schedule Recording/Timeshift Function Isn't Working When Timeshift or Schedule recording aren't working, these steps may help resolve the problem. " This function is not available in the U.S.A. and Canada. The problem Try this! Schedule Recording cannot be used. Check if there is a USB...

72 The problem Try this! The connected device is not displayed. Check whether the device supports Anynet+.Check whether the HDMI cable is properly connected.Go to Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) ( Settings System Expert Settings Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) ) and see if Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) has been set to On . Scan for Any...

72 73 I Want to Reset the TV Initialize the settings to factory defaults. Reset Path Description Reset Settings Settings Support Self Diagnosis Reset Resets Picture , Sound , Broadcasting , and all other settings, except for the network settings, to the default settings. Reset Smart Hub Settings Sup...

75 Before Using the Recording and Timeshift Functions Read these instructions before using Recording and Timeshift . Before using the recording and schedule recording functions " Recording is not supported in the U.S.A. and Canada. ● To set up a Schedule Recording, you must first set the TV's cl...

76 Before using the timeshift function " Timeshift is not supported in the U.S.A. and Canada. ● A USB hard drive with a speed of 5,400 rpm 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 c...

76 77 Supported Resolutions for UHD Input Signals Check the supported resolution for UHD input signals. ● Resolution: 3840 x 2160p, 4096 x 2160p " An HDMI connection with HDMI UHD Color set to Off supports up to UHD 50P/60P 4:2:0 input signals, while an HDMI connection with HDMI UHD Color set to...

78 Read Before Using Voice Interaction Read this information before using Voice Interaction. Precautions for voice interaction ● Voice Interaction is not available in all languages, dialects, or regions. Its performance differs with the language chosen, voice volume, and ambient noise levels in the ...

78 79 Read Before Using Apps Read this information before using Apps. ● Due to the product characteristics featured on 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 Hu...

80 Read Before Using the Internet Read this information before using the WEB BROWSER . ● The WEB BROWSER is not compatible with Java applications. ● You can download the supported types of files, such as videos, mp3 files, and images, but you cannot download files that are not supported by the TV. I...

80 81 ● Depending on the types of video/audio codecs supported, it might not be possible to play certain video and audio files while playing HTML5 Video/Audio. ● Video sources from PC-optimized streaming service providers may not play properly on our proprietary WEB BROWSER . Read Before Playing Pho...

84 Supported video codecs File format Container Video codecs Resolution Frame rate (fps) Bitrate (Mbps) Audio codecs H.264 BP/MP/HP 4096 x 2160 4096 x 2160: 30 3840 x 2160: 60 60 HEVC (H.265 - Main, Main10, Main4:2:2 10) 60 80 *.avi *.mkv Motion JPEG 3840 x 2160 30 80 *.asf *.wmv MVC *.mp4 *.mov AVI...

86 Read After Installing the TV Read this information after installing the TV. Picture sizes and input signals The Picture Size setting is applied to the current source. The applied Picture Size will remain in effect whenever you select that source unless you change it. Input signal Picture size Com...

86 87 Installing an anti-theft lock An anti-theft lock is a physical device that can be used to protect the TV against theft. Look for the lock slot on the back of the TV. The slot has a icon next to it. To use the lock, wrap the lock cable around an object that is too heavy to carry and then thread...

88 Read Before Connecting a Computer (Supported Resolutions) Check the supported resolution for PC input signals.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 t...

88 89 VESA DMT Resolution (Dots x lines) Display format Horizontal frequency (KHz) Vertical frequency (Hz) Clock frequency (MHz) Polarity (horizontal / vertical) 640 x 480 60 Hz 31.469 59.940 25.175 - / - 640 x 480 72 Hz 37.861 72.809 31.500 - / - 640 x 480 75 Hz 37.500 75.000 31.500 - / - 800 x 600...

90 Supported Resolutions for Video Signals Check the supported resolution for video signals. CEA-861 Resolution (Dots x lines) Display format Horizontal frequency (KHz) Vertical frequency (Hz) Clock frequency (MHz) Polarity (horizontal / vertical) 720 (1440) x 576i 50 Hz 15.625 50.000 27.000 - / - 7...

90 91 Read Before Using Bluetooth Devices Read this information before using a Bluetooth device. " This function is not available on certain models in specific geographical areas. Restrictions on using Bluetooth ● You can't use Bluetooth devices and the Surround feature simultaneously. ● Compati...

92 Blocking programs based on their TV Rating Read this information before viewing a blocking program.To block content, select a rating category to lock. All programs at that level and higher are blocked and require the PIN to watch. To unblock a category, select the lock icon. To unblock all the ca...

92 93 Blocking movies base on their Movie Rating (MPAA) This rating system applies to all materials with supplied ratings in the U.S.A. From the MPAA: “The Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) has implemented a rating system that provides parents or guardians with advanced information on whi...

94 95 Buttons and Functions Review available media playback, control, and record buttons and descriptions of how they are used. " The available buttons and functions may differ with the content you are viewing or playing. Buttons and functions available while playing multimedia content Press the...

96 97 Buttons and functions available while using sports mode If you press the Select button, the following buttons appear. ● Zoom Pauses the current screen and zooms in any part of the screen by using the Directional pad. " This function is not available when you browse the multimedia content s...

98 99 License Check the license information and trademarks applied in your TV. DivX Certified® to play DivX® video up to HD 1080p, including premium content.DivX®, DivX Certified® and associated logos are trademarks of DivX, LLC and are used under license.This DivX Certified® device has passed rigor...