User Manual Samsung UA55TU8500U 55" TU8500 Crystal UHD 4K Flat Smart TV

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User Manual

For UA55TU8500U.

• Contents2
• Guide5
  • Connections5
    • Connection Guide5
    • Connecting an Antenna (Aerial)6
    • Connecting to the Internet7
      • Establishing a wired Internet connection7
      • Establishing a wireless Internet connection8
      • Checking the Internet connection status10
      • Resetting Your Network10
      • Turning on the TV with a mobile device10
      • Connecting an IP control device to the TV10
      • Changing the name of the TV10
    • Screen Sharing (Smart View) with your Mobile Device11
      • Using the Tap View11
      • Enabling the Tap View12
      • Using the Multi View12
    • Connection Cables for External Devices14
    • Switching between external devices connected to the TV16
      • Editing the name and icon of an external device16
      • Using additional functions17
    • Connection Notes18
      • Connection notes for HDMI18
      • Connection notes for audio devices19
      • Connection notes for computers19
      • Connection notes for mobile devices20
  • Remote Control and Peripherals21
    • About the Samsung Smart Remote21
    • About the Samsung Smart Remote (The Frame)24
    • About the Samsung Smart Remote (The Sero)27
    • Connecting the Samsung Smart Remote to the TV30
    • Controlling External Devices with a Samsung Remote Control - Using the Universal Remote31
    • Using Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC)32
      • Connecting an external device through Anynet+ and using their menus32
      • Read before connecting an Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) device32
    • Controlling the TV with a Keyboard, Mouse or Gamepad33
      • Connecting a USB keyboard, mouse or gamepad33
      • Connecting a Bluetooth keyboard, mouse or gamepad33
      • Using the keyboard and mouse34
      • Setting up the input devices35
    • Entering Text using the On-Screen Virtual Keyboard35
      • Entering Text using the remote control's microphone and the on-screen virtual keyboard36
  • Smart Features37
    • Using Smart Hub37
      • Displaying the Home Screen38
      • Launching Smart Hub automatically45
      • Launching the last used app automatically45
      • Testing Smart Hub connections45
      • Resetting Smart Hub45
    • Using a Samsung account46
      • Signing in to a Samsung account46
      • Creating a new account46
      • Managing your Samsung account47
    • Using the Ambient Mode48
      • Entering Ambient Mode48
      • Ambient Mode browser screen48
      • Applying effects to the content51
      • Viewing detailed information about the content52
      • Entering the TV viewing screen from Ambient Mode52
    • Using the Shortcuts53
      • Adding channels54
      • Moving channels54
      • Removing a channels54
    • Using Remote Access55
      • Connecting a Remote PC55
      • Playing Multimedia Content on a Remote PC58
      • Using Screen Sharing (Wireless)59
      • Using Samsung DeX59
      • Using Office 36559
      • Adding the Cloud Service59
      • Using Cloud Service60
    • Using the Apps Service61
      • Installing an app62
      • Launching an app62
      • Managing installed apps63
    • Using the Gallery App65
    • Using the SmartThings App67
      • Controlling your TV with the mobile SmartThings app68
    • Using the e-Manual68
      • Launching the e-Manual68
      • Using the buttons in the e-Manual69
    • Using the Internet71
    • Playing pictures/video/music72
      • Playing multimedia content on a PC or mobile device73
      • Playing multimedia content on a USB device73
      • Listening to your mobile device sound through the TV speaker using Sound Mirroring74
      • Buttons and functions available while playing multimedia content74
    • Using Bixby78
      • Starting Bixby with voice78
      • Starting Bixby using buttons on the Samsung Smart Remote78
      • Learning about the Explore Bixby Screen79
      • Read Before Using Bixby80
      • Provisions for using Bixby81
  • TV Viewing82
    • Using the Guide82
    • Recording Programmes85
      • Using the instant and schedule recording options from the Guide screen85
      • Using the instant and schedule recording options while watching a programme85
      • Scheduling a video recording after entering the date and time86
      • Managing the schedule recording list86
      • Viewing recorded programmes86
      • Setting up a schedule recording start87
    • Setting Up a Schedule Viewing87
      • Using the schedule viewing options from the guide screen87
      • Using the schedule viewing options while watching a programme87
      • Using schedule viewing to view programmes at a specified time on a specified date88
      • Setting the schedule Viewing Time88
    • Using Timeshift89
    • Buttons and functions available while recording a programme or Timeshift89
    • Using the Channel List91
    • Editing channels92
    • Using a Personal Favourites List93
      • Create a favourites list93
    • TV-Viewing Support Functions94
      • Changing the broadcast signal94
      • Scanning for available channels94
        • Selecting the cable network search option94
        • Scanning for available channels on standby mode95
        • Setting the Wake-up time95
      • Checking digital channel signal info and strength95
      • Restricting Viewing to Specific Channels95
      • Using Mark Adult Channels96
      • Selecting the broadcasting audio option96
      • Using Programme Rating Lock96
      • Showing common interface menu97
      • Configuring advanced broadcasting settings98
      • Tuning broadcast signals manually98
        • Tuning digital channels98
        • Tuning analogue channels98
      • Fine-tuning analogue broadcasts98
      • Transferring channel list98
      • Enabling/Disabling Edit Channel Numbers99
      • Deleting CAM operator profile99
      • Setting satellite system99
      • Changing teletext language99
      • Selecting the broadcast audio language100
      • Showing TVkey Interface menu100
      • Reading digital text100
  • Picture and Sound101
    • Using the Intelligent Mode101
    • Adjusting the Picture Quality103
      • Choosing a picture mode103
      • Configuring advanced picture settings104
    • Setting the Viewing Environment for External Devices105
      • Playing games on an optimised screen105
      • Adjusting the image quality of HDR game105
      • Setting the Game Mode details105
      • Using Input Signal Plus106
      • Using HDMI black level106
    • Picture Support Functions107
      • Viewing a picture-in-picture (PIP)107
      • Changing the picture size settings108
    • Configuring a Sound Mode and Expert Settings109
      • Choosing a sound mode109
      • Configuring advanced sound settings109
    • Using the Sound Support Functions111
      • Selecting speakers111
      • Listening to the TV through Bluetooth devices111
      • Listening to the TV through a Samsung audio device that supports the Wi-Fi function112
  • System and Support113
    • Using the Time Functions and the Timers113
      • Setting the clock automatically113
      • Adjusting the clock for DST and time zone114
      • Changing the current time114
      • Setting the clock manually115
      • Using the sleep timer115
      • Turning off the TV using the off timer115
    • 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 Software118
      • Updating through the Internet118
      • Updating through a USB device118
      • Updating the TV automatically118
    • Audio and Video Functions for the Visually or Hearing Impaired119
      • Running the accessibility functions119
      • Running Accessibility Shortcuts119
      • Enabling voice guides for the visually impaired120
      • Changing the volume, speed, pitch and the TV background volume of the Voice Guide120
      • Audio Description120
      • The TV screen is turned off but audio continues121
      • White text on black background (high contrast)121
      • Setting the screen to black and white121
      • Inverting the screen colour122
      • Enlarging the font (for the visually impaired)122
      • Learning about the remote control (for the visually impaired)122
      • Learning about the TV menu122
      • Watching TV broadcasts with subtitles123
      • Selecting the broadcasting subtitle language123
      • Listening to the TV through Bluetooth devices (for the hearing impaired)124
      • Enlarging the sign language screen for the hearing impaired124
      • Configuring the repeat settings for remote control buttons124
      • App for the Visually Impaired (SeeColors App)124
    • Using Voice Assistants on TV125
      • Select the Voice Assistant125
    • Using Other Functions126
      • Changing the menu language126
      • Setting up a password126
      • Selecting Usage or Retail Mode126
      • Managing External Devices126
      • Using AirPlay127
      • Restoring the TV to the factory settings127
      • Turning off in Portrait Mode127
      • Using the Outdoor Mode (or Cold Weather Mode)127
    • HbbTV128
    • Using a TV Viewing Card (“CI or CI+ Card”)129
      • Connecting the “CI or CI+ Card” via COMMON INTERFACE slot with the CI CARD Adapter129
        • Attaching the CI CARD Adapter via COMMON INTERFACE slot129
        • Connecting the “CI or CI+ Card”130
      • Connecting the “CI or CI+ Card” via COMMON INTERFACE slot130
      • Using the “CI or CI+ Card”131
    • Teletext Feature132
      • On the Samsung Smart Remote132
      • On the standard remote control133
      • Typical Teletext page135
  • Precautions and Notes136
    • Before Using the Recording and Timeshift Functions136
      • Before using the recording and schedule recording functions136
      • Before using the timeshift function137
    • Supported broadcasting audio options137
    • Read Before Using Apps138
    • Read Before Using the Internet Function139
      • Read before setting up a wireless Internet connection140
        • Precautions for wireless Internet140
        • Wireless security protocols140
    • Read Before Playing Photo, Video or Music Files141
      • Limitations to the use of photo, video and music files141
      • Supported subtitles142
        • Subtitle formats142
        • Video formats with subtitles142
      • Supported image formats and resolutions143
      • Supported music formats and codecs143
      • Supported video codecs (TU9 series, QLED TV, The Serif, The Frame, The Sero, The Terrace, The Terrace for business)144
      • Supported video codecs (Q6 series, TU8 series)145
        • Other restrictions146
        • Video decoders146
        • Audio decoders146
      • Supported video codecs (Q700T series or higher)147
        • Other restrictions148
        • Video decoders148
        • Audio decoders148
    • Read After Installing the TV149
      • Picture sizes and input signals149
      • Installing an anti-theft lock149
    • Supported Resolutions for UHD Input Signals150
      • If Input Signal Plus is set to Off150
      • If Input Signal Plus is set to On150
    • Resolutions for Input Signals supported by Q700T series or higher151
    • Supported Resolutions for FreeSync (VRR)152
    • Read Before Connecting a Computer (Supported Resolutions)153
      • IBM153
      • MAC153
      • VESA DMT154
      • VESA CVT155
      • CTA-861155
    • Supported Resolutions for Video Signals156
      • CTA-861156
      • VESA CVT157
    • Supported Resolutions for HDBT158
      • CEA-861158
    • Read Before Using Bluetooth Devices159
      • Restrictions on using Bluetooth159
    • Licences & Other Information160
• Troubleshooting162
  • Picture Issues162
    • Testing the picture162
  • Sound and Noise Issues166
    • Testing the sound166
  • Channel and Broadcast Issues169
  • External Device Connectivity Issues170
  • Network Issues172
  • Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) Issues173
  • Remote Control Issues175
  • Recording Issues176
  • Apps177
  • Media Files177
  • Voice Assistant Issues178
  • Other issues179
  • Diagnosing TV operational issues181
  • Getting Support182
    • Getting support through Remote Management182
    • Finding the contact information for service182
    • Requesting service182
• FAQ183
  • The TV Screen does not Display Properly183
    • When the TV screen does not display properly183
  • The TV does not Turn On190
    • When your TV does not turn on190
  • The Picture is Distorted, or No Sound Comes Out of the Sound Bar196
    • When the TV does not connect with an external device properly196
  • Internet Access is not Available201
    • When the TV can't connect to the Internet201
  • There is No Sound or the Speakers are Making an Odd Sound206
    • When no sound comes out of the TV, or the sound is breaking up206
  • The Remote Control does not Work213
    • When the remote control does not work213
  • Updating the Software218
    • Updating the latest TV's software218
• Accessibility Guidance225
  • Menu Learning Screen225
    • Using the Remote control225
      • Orientation of the Samsung Smart Remote225
      • Description of the Samsung Smart Remote225
    • Using the accessibility menu227
      • Running the Accessibility Shortcuts menu227
      • Running the Accessibility menu functions using the General menu227
      • Running the Accessibility menu functions using Bixby228
      • Learning about the Accessibility menu functions229
    • Using the TV with Voice Guide on231
      • Changing channel231
      • Using on-screen number entry via the Samsung Smart Remote231
      • Changing volume232
      • Using programme information232
    • Using the guide233
      • To view a programme on now234
      • Other options in the guide235
    • Using Schedule Viewing236
      • Setting up a schedule viewing236
      • Cancelling a scheduled viewing236
    • Using the Channel List237
    • Recording239
      • Using the instant and schedule recording options from the guide screen:239
      • Recording the programme you are watching240
      • Scheduling recording from the programme info window240
      • Changing the recording time240
      • Viewing recorded programmes241
      • Deleting a recorded programme241
    • Using Smart Hub242
      • Smart Hub242
      • Using the Smart Hub Home Screen243
    • Launching the e-Manual246
    • Using Bixby247
      • Running Bixby247