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Connecting Video Devices

Make the correct video connections between your TV and your external devices.

Connecting with an HDMI cable

HDMI IN

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Table of Contents2
Quick Guides7
Connecting the Samsung Smart Remote to the TV7
Using Smart Hub8
Using the Ambient Mode10
Screen States Related to Ambient Mode10
Changing the Content and Settings for Ambient Mode11
Using Voice Interaction13
Running Voice Interaction13
Learning about Voice Command Guide14
Read before Using Voice Interaction15
Updating the Tv's Software16
Updating the Tv's Software to the Latest Version16
Updating the TV Automatically16
Getting Support17
Getting Support through Remote Management17
Finding the Contact Information for Service18
Requesting Service18
Connections19
Connection Guide19
Connecting an Antenna (Aerial)20
Connecting to the Internet21
Connecting to Your Internet Network21
Checking the Internet Connection Status23
Resetting Your Network23
Turning on the TV with a Mobile Device23
Connecting an IP Control Device to the TV23
Setting up an Internet Connection over Ipv624
Changing the Name of the TV on a Network24
Connecting to a Network Via a Mobile Dongle (for India Only)25
Troubleshooting Internet Connectivity Issues26
Connecting Video Devices28
Connecting with an HDMI Cable28
Connecting with a Component Cable (Only for Models with COMPONENT in / AV IN)29
Connecting with a Composite Cable (Only for Models with COMPONENT in / AV IN)30
Audio Input and Output Connections31
Connecting with an HDMI (ARC) Cable31
Connecting with a Digital Audio (Optical) Cable31
Connecting through a Wireless Network31
Connecting Bluetooth Devices32
Connecting a Computer32
Connecting through the HDMI Port - Screen Sharing (HDMI)32
Connecting Your Mobile Device33
Connecting to the TV Via the Smartthings App33
Bidirectionally Mirroring Your TV and Mobile Device Using the Smartthings App34
Managing a Mobile Device34
ADB (Auto Data Backup) Functions (for India Only)35
Switching between External Devices Connected to the TV36
Changing the Input Signal36
Editing the Name and Icon of an External Device37
Using Additional Functions38
Connection Notes38
Connection Notes for HDMI38
Connection Notes for Audio Devices39
Connection Notes for Computers40
Connection Notes for Mobile Devices40
Remote Control and Peripherals41
About the Samsung Smart Remote (QLED TV)41
About the Samsung Smart Remote (UHD TV)44
About the Samsung Smart Remote (the FRAME)47
Connecting the Samsung Smart Remote to the TV50
Controlling External Devices with the Samsung Smart Remote51
Using the Universal Remote51
Using Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC)52
Connecting an External Device through Anynet+ and Using Their Menus52
Controlling the TV with a Keyboard or Mouse53
Connecting a USB Keyboard or Mouse53
Connecting a Bluetooth Keyboard or Mouse53
Using the Keyboard and Mouse54
Setting up the Input Devices55
Entering Text Using the On-Screen Virtual Keyboard56
Entering Text Using the Remote Control's Microphone and the On-Screen Virtual Keyboard57
Smart Features58
Smart Hub58
Displaying the Home Screen59
Launching Smart Hub Automatically64
Launching the Last Used App Automatically64
Testing Smart Hub Connections64
Resetting Smart Hub64
Using a Samsung Account65
Creating and Managing Your Samsung Account65
Signing in to a Samsung Account66
Using the Ambient Mode67
Screen States Related to Ambient Mode68
Changing the Content and Settings for Ambient Mode69
Using the Apps Service72
Installing and Running an App73
Managing Purchased or Installed Apps74
Rating Apps75
Using the Gallery App76
Using the Universal Guide App77
Using the Smartthings App78
Using the E-Manual79
Launching the E-Manual79
Using the Buttons in the E-Manual80
Using the Internet80
Playing Pictures/Video/Music81
Playing Media Content82
Tune Station (Musictv) Functions83
How to Use Tune Station83
Using Voice Interaction84
Running Voice Interaction84
Learning about Voice Command Guide85
Read before Using Voice Interaction86
TV Viewing87
Viewing Digital Broadcast Information at a Glance87
Using the Guide87
Recording Programmes89
Managing the Schedule Recording List90
Viewing Recorded Programmes91
Setting up a Schedule Recording Start91
Setting up a Schedule Viewing91
Setting up a Schedule Viewing for a Channel91
Editing a Schedule Viewing92
Using Timeshift93
Buttons and Functions Available While Recording a Programme or Timeshift93
Using the Channel List95
Editing Channels96
Removing Registered Channels96
Editing Registered Channels96
Creating a Personal Favourites List97
Registering Channels as Favourites97
Viewing and Selecting Channels on Favourites Lists Only97
Editing a Favourites List98
Adding Channels to Favourites List98
Removing Channels from a Favourites List98
Rearranging a Favourites List98
Renaming a Favourites List98
TV-Viewing Support Functions99
Changing the Broadcast Signal99
Scanning for Available Channels99
Checking Digital Channel Signal Info and Strength99
Restricting Viewing to Specific Channels100
Selecting the Broadcasting Audio Option100
Using Programme Rating Lock100
Configuring Advanced Broadcasting Settings100
Selecting the Broadcast Audio Language101
Tuning Broadcast Signals Manually101
Fine-Tuning Analogue Broadcasts102
Transferring Channel List102
Enabling/Disabling Edit Channel Numbers103
Changing Teletext Language103
Showing Tvkey Interface Menu103
Picture and Sound104
Adjusting the Picture Quality104
Choosing a Picture Mode104
Configuring Advanced Picture Settings105
Setting the Viewing Environment for External Devices106
Playing Games on an Optimised Screen106
Configuring Game Mode Details107
Viewing UHD Videos108
Using HDMI Black Level108
Picture Support Functions109
Changing the Picture Size109
Changing the Picture Size Automatically109
Changing the Picture Size in 4:3 or Screen Fit Mode109
Fitting the Picture to the Screen110
Adjusting the Picture Size And/Or Position110
Configuring a Sound Mode and Expert Settings110
Choosing a Sound Mode110
Configuring Advanced Sound Settings111
Using the Sound Support Functions112
Selecting Speakers112
Listening to the TV through Bluetooth Devices112
Listening to the TV through a Samsung Audio Device that Supports the Wi-Fi Function113
System and Support114
Using the Time Functions and the Timers114
Setting the Current Time114
Using the Timers115
Using the Auto Protection Time and Energy Saving Functions116
Setting the Auto Protection Time116
Reducing the Energy Consumption of the TV116
Updating the Tv's Software117
Updating the Tv's Software to the Latest Version117
Updating the TV Automatically117
Protecting the TV from Hacking and Malicious Code118
Scanning the TV and Connected Storage for Malicious Code118
Using Other Functions118
Running the Accessibility Functions118
Running Accessibility Shortcuts118
Enabling Voice Guides for the Visually Impaired119
Audio Description119
White Text on Black Background (High Contrast)120
Setting the Screen to a Black and White Tone120
Inverting the Screen Colour120
Enlarging the Font (for the Visually Impaired)120
Learning about the Remote Control (for the Visually Impaired)120
Learning about the TV Menu121
Watching TV Broadcasts with Subtitles121
Listening to the TV through Bluetooth Devices (for the Hearing Impaired)122
Configuring Advanced System Settings122
Restoring the TV to the Factory Settings123
Hbbtv124
Teletext Feature125
On the Samsung Smart Remote125
On the Standard Remote Control127
Typical Teletext Page128
Troubleshooting129
Getting Support129
Getting Support through Remote Management129
Finding the Contact Information for Service130
Requesting Service130
Diagnosing TV Operational Issues130
There Is a Problem with the Picture131
Testing the Picture131
I Can't Hear the Sound Clearly134
Testing the Sound134
There Is a Problem with the Broadcast135
My Computer / Game Console Won't Connect136
The TV Won't Connect to the Internet136
The Schedule Recording/Timeshift Function Isn't Working137
Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) Isn't Working137
I Have Trouble Launching/Using Apps138
My File Won't Play139
I Want to Reset the TV139
Other Issues140
Precautions and Notes142
Before Using the Recording and Timeshift Functions142
Before Using the Recording and Schedule Recording Functions142
Before Using the Timeshift Function144
Supported Broadcasting Audio Options144
Read before Using Apps145
Read before Using the Internet146
Read before Setting up a Wireless Internet Connection147
Read before Playing Photo, Video, or Music Files148
Limitations on Use of Photo, Video, and Music Files148
Supported External Subtitles149
Supported Internal Subtitles149
Supported Image Formats and Resolutions150
Supported Music Formats and Codecs150
Video Codecs Supported by NU7100 Model Series or Higher151
Video Codecs Supported by NU7090 Model Series or Lower152
Read after Installing the TV154
Picture Sizes and Input Signals154
Installing an Anti-Theft Lock154
Supported Resolutions for UHD Input Signals155
If HDMI UHD Color Is Set to off155
If HDMI UHD Color Is Set to on155
Supported Resolutions for Freesync155
Read before Connecting a Computer (Supported Resolutions)156
Ibm156
Mac156
Vesa Dmt157
Vesa Cvt158
Supported Resolutions for Video Signals159
Vesa Cvt160
Read before Using Bluetooth Devices161
Restrictions on Using Bluetooth161
Buttons and Functions Available While Playing Multimedia162
Accessibility Guidance167
Menu Learning Screen167
Using the Remote Control167
Orientation of the Samsung Smart Remote167
Description of the Samsung Smart Remote167
Using the Accessibility Menu169
Accessibility Shortcuts Menu169
Step by Step Instructions to Run the Options170
Setting Accessibility Settings Using Voice Interaction172
Using the TV with Voice Guide on173
Watching TV173
Using the Guide175
Setting up a Schedule Viewing178
Cancelling a Scheduled Viewing178
Using the Channel List179
Creating a Personal Favourites List181
Using the Instant and Schedule Recording Options from the Guide Screen183
Using the Instant and Schedule Recording Options from the Programme Info Window184
Changing the Recording Time184
Viewing Recorded Programmes185
Deleting a Recorded Programme185
Using Smart Hub186
Smart Hub186
Using the Home Screen in Smart Hub187
Launching the E-Manual191
Using Voice Interaction192
Running Voice Interaction192

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