User Manual Samsung UA43TU8500U 43" TU8500 Crystal UHD 4K Flat Smart TV

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User Manual

For UA43TU8500U.

• 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 status9
      • Resetting Your Network9
      • Turning on the TV with a mobile device9
      • Connecting an IP control device to the TV9
      • Changing the name of the TV9
    • Screen Sharing (Smart View) with your Mobile Device10
      • Using the Tap View11
      • Enabling the Tap View11
      • Using the Multi View12
    • Connecting to a Network via a Mobile Dongle (For India Only)13
    • Connection Cables for External Devices14
    • ADB (Auto Data Backup) functions (For India Only)16
      • How to Use ADB (Auto Data Backup)16
    • Switching between external devices connected to the TV17
      • Editing the name and icon of an external device17
      • Using additional functions18
    • Connection Notes19
      • Connection notes for HDMI19
      • Connection notes for audio devices20
      • Connection notes for computers20
      • Connection notes for mobile devices21
  • Remote Control and Peripherals22
    • About the Samsung Smart Remote22
    • About the Samsung Smart Remote (The Frame)25
    • About the Samsung Smart Remote (The Sero)28
    • Connecting the Samsung Smart Remote to the TV31
    • Controlling External Devices with a Samsung Remote Control - Using the Universal Remote32
    • Using Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC)33
      • Connecting an external device through Anynet+ and using their menus33
      • Read before connecting an Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) device33
    • Controlling the TV with a Keyboard, Mouse or Gamepad34
      • Connecting a USB keyboard, mouse or gamepad34
      • Connecting a Bluetooth keyboard, mouse or gamepad34
      • Using the keyboard and mouse35
      • Setting up the input devices36
    • Entering Text using the On-Screen Virtual Keyboard36
      • Entering Text using the remote control's microphone and the on-screen virtual keyboard37
  • Smart Features38
    • Using Smart Hub38
      • Displaying the Home Screen39
      • Launching Smart Hub automatically46
      • Launching the last used app automatically46
      • Testing Smart Hub connections46
      • Resetting Smart Hub46
    • Using a Samsung account47
      • Signing in to a Samsung account47
      • Creating a new account47
      • Managing your Samsung account48
    • Using the Ambient Mode49
      • Entering Ambient Mode49
      • Ambient Mode browser screen49
      • Applying effects to the content52
      • Viewing detailed information about the content52
      • Entering the TV viewing screen from Ambient Mode52
    • Using Remote Access53
      • Connecting a Remote PC53
      • Playing Multimedia Content on a Remote PC56
      • Using Screen Sharing (Wireless)56
      • Using Samsung DeX56
      • Using Office 36557
      • Adding the Cloud Service57
      • Using Cloud Service57
    • Using the Apps Service58
      • Installing an app59
      • Launching an app59
      • Managing installed apps60
    • Using the Gallery App62
    • Using the SmartThings App63
      • Controlling your TV with the mobile SmartThings app64
    • Using the e-Manual64
      • Launching the e-Manual64
      • Using the buttons in the e-Manual65
    • Using the Internet67
    • Playing pictures/video/music68
      • Playing multimedia content on a PC or mobile device69
      • Playing multimedia content on a USB device69
      • Listening to your mobile device sound through the TV speaker using Sound Mirroring69
      • Tune Station (MusicTV) functions70
      • How to use Tune Station70
        • Tune Station Registration70
        • Launching Tune Station70
      • Buttons and functions available while playing multimedia content71
    • Using Bixby75
      • Starting Bixby with voice75
      • Starting Bixby using buttons on the Samsung Smart Remote75
      • Learning about the Explore Bixby Screen76
      • Read Before Using Bixby77
      • Provisions for using Bixby78
  • TV Viewing79
    • Using the Guide79
    • Recording Programmes81
      • Using the instant and schedule recording options from the Guide screen81
      • Using the instant and schedule recording options while watching a programme81
      • Scheduling a video recording after entering the date and time82
      • Managing the schedule recording list82
      • Viewing recorded programmes82
      • Setting up a schedule recording start83
    • Setting Up a Schedule Viewing83
      • Using the schedule viewing options from the guide screen83
      • Using the schedule viewing options while watching a programme83
      • Using schedule viewing to view programmes at a specified time on a specified date84
      • Setting the schedule Viewing Time84
    • Using Timeshift85
    • Buttons and functions available while recording a programme or Timeshift85
    • Using the Channel List87
    • Editing channels88
    • Using a Personal Favourites List89
      • Create a favourites list89
    • TV-Viewing Support Functions90
      • Changing the broadcast signal90
      • Scanning for available channels90
        • Selecting the cable network search option90
        • Scanning for available channels on standby mode91
        • Setting the Wake-up time91
      • Checking digital channel signal info and strength91
      • Restricting Viewing to Specific Channels92
      • Selecting the broadcasting audio option92
      • Using Programme Rating Lock92
      • Configuring advanced broadcasting settings92
      • Showing common interface menu (For India Only)93
      • Tuning broadcast signals manually94
        • Tuning digital channels94
        • Tuning analogue channels94
      • Fine-tuning analogue broadcasts95
      • Transferring channel list95
      • Enabling/Disabling Edit Channel Numbers95
      • Changing teletext language95
      • Selecting the broadcast audio language96
      • Showing TVkey Interface menu96
  • Picture and Sound97
    • Using the Intelligent Mode97
    • Adjusting the Picture Quality99
      • Choosing a picture mode99
      • Configuring advanced picture settings100
    • Setting the Viewing Environment for External Devices101
      • Playing games on an optimised screen101
      • Adjusting the image quality of HDR game101
      • Setting the Game Mode details101
      • Using Input Signal Plus102
      • Using HDMI black level102
    • Picture Support Functions103
      • Changing the picture size settings103
    • Configuring a Sound Mode and Expert Settings104
      • Choosing a sound mode104
      • Configuring advanced sound settings104
    • Using the Sound Support Functions106
      • Selecting speakers106
      • Listening to the TV through Bluetooth devices106
      • Listening to the TV through a Samsung audio device that supports the Wi-Fi function107
  • System and Support108
    • Using the Time Functions and the Timers108
      • Setting the clock automatically108
      • Adjusting the clock for DST and time zone108
      • Changing the current time109
      • Setting the clock manually109
      • Using the sleep timer109
      • Turning off the TV using the off timer109
    • Using the Auto Protection Time and Energy Saving Functions110
      • Setting the Auto Protection Time110
      • Reducing the energy consumption of the TV110
    • Updating the TV's Software111
      • Updating through the Internet111
      • Updating through a USB device111
      • Updating the TV automatically111
    • Audio and Video Functions for the Visually or Hearing Impaired112
      • Running the accessibility functions112
      • Running Accessibility Shortcuts112
      • Enabling voice guides for the visually impaired112
      • Changing the volume, speed and pitch and the TV background volume of the Voice Guide113
      • Audio Description113
      • The TV screen is turned off but audio continues113
      • White text on black background (high contrast)113
      • Setting the screen to black and white114
      • Inverting the screen colour114
      • Enlarging the font (for the visually impaired)114
      • Learning about the remote control (for the visually impaired)114
      • Learning about the TV menu114
      • Watching TV broadcasts with subtitles115
      • Selecting the broadcasting subtitle language115
      • Listening to the TV through Bluetooth devices (for the hearing impaired)116
      • Enlarging the sign language screen for the hearing impaired116
      • Configuring the repeat settings for remote control buttons116
      • App for the Visually Impaired (SeeColors App)116
    • Using Voice Assistants on TV117
      • Select the Voice Assistant117
    • Using Other Functions118
      • Changing the menu language118
      • Setting up a password118
      • Selecting Usage or Retail Mode118
      • Managing External Devices118
      • Using AirPlay119
      • Restoring the TV to the factory settings119
      • Turning off in Portrait Mode119
      • Using the Outdoor Mode119
    • HbbTV120
    • Using a TV Viewing Card (“CI or CI+ Card”) (For India Only)121
      • Connecting the “CI or CI+ Card” via COMMON INTERFACE slot with the CI CARD Adapter121
        • Attaching the CI CARD Adapter via COMMON INTERFACE slot121
        • Connecting the “CI or CI+ Card”122
      • Connecting the “CI or CI+ Card” via COMMON INTERFACE slot122
      • Using the “CI or CI+ Card”123
    • Teletext Feature124
      • On the Samsung Smart Remote124
      • On the standard remote control125
      • Typical Teletext page127
  • Precautions and Notes128
    • Before Using the Recording and Timeshift Functions128
      • Before using the recording and schedule recording functions128
      • Before using the timeshift function129
      • Supported broadcasting audio options129
    • Read Before Using Apps130
    • Read Before Using the Internet Function131
      • Read before setting up a wireless Internet connection132
        • Precautions for wireless Internet132
        • Wireless security protocols132
    • Read Before Playing Photo, Video or Music Files133
      • Limitations to the use of photo, video and music files133
      • Supported subtitles134
        • Subtitle formats134
        • Video formats with subtitles134
      • Supported image formats and resolutions135
      • Supported music formats and codecs135
      • Supported video codecs (QLED TV, The Serif, The Frame, The Sero, The Terrace, The Terrace for business)136
      • Supported video codecs (Q60T model, TU8 series)137
        • Other restrictions138
        • Video decoders138
        • Audio decoders138
      • Supported video codecs (Q800T series or higher)139
        • Other restrictions140
        • Video decoders140
        • Audio decoders140
    • Read After Installing the TV141
      • Picture sizes and input signals141
      • Installing an anti-theft lock141
    • Supported Resolutions for UHD Input Signals142
      • If Input Signal Plus is set to Off142
      • If Input Signal Plus is set to On142
    • Resolutions for Input Signals supported by Q800T series or higher143
    • Supported Resolutions for FreeSync(VRR)144
    • Read Before Connecting a Computer (Supported Resolutions)145
      • IBM145
      • MAC145
      • VESA DMT146
      • VESA CVT147
      • CTA-861147
    • Supported Resolutions for Video Signals148
      • CTA-861148
      • VESA CVT149
    • Supported Resolutions for HDBT150
      • CEA-861150
    • Read Before Using Bluetooth Devices151
      • Restrictions on using Bluetooth151
    • Suffix : Parental Rating - Thailand only152
    • Licences153
• Troubleshooting154
  • Picture Issues154
    • Testing the picture154
  • Sound and Noise Issues158
    • Testing the sound158
  • Channel and Broadcast Issues161
  • External Device Connectivity Issues162
  • Network Issues164
  • Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) Issues165
  • Remote Control Issues167
  • Recording Issues168
  • Apps169
  • Media Files169
  • Voice Assistant Issues170
  • Other issues171
  • Diagnosing TV operational issues173
  • Getting Support174
    • Getting support through Remote Management174
    • Finding the contact information for service174
    • Requesting service174
• FAQ175
  • The TV Screen does not Display Properly175
    • When the TV screen does not display properly175
  • The TV does not Turn On182
    • When your TV does not turn on182
  • The TV Screen Breaks Up or No Sound Comes Out of the Sound Bar188
    • When the TV does not connect with an external device properly188
  • Internet Access is not Available193
    • When the TV can't connect to the Internet193
  • There is No Sound or the Speakers are Making Odd Sound198
    • When no sound comes out of the TV, or the sound is breaking up198
  • The Remote Control does not Work205
    • When the remote control does not work205
  • Updating the Software210
    • Updating the latest TV's software210
• Accessibility Guidance217
  • Menu Learning Screen217
    • Using the Remote control217
      • Orientation of the Samsung Smart Remote217
      • Description of the Samsung Smart Remote217
    • Using the accessibility menu219
      • Running the Accessibility Shortcuts menu219
      • Running the Accessibility menu functions using the General menu219
      • Running the Accessibility menu functions using Bixby220
      • Learning about the Accessibility menu functions221
    • Using the TV with Voice Guide on223
      • Changing channel223
      • Using on-screen number entry via the Samsung Smart Remote223
      • Changing volume224
      • Using programme information224
    • Using the guide225
      • To view a programme on now226
      • Other options in the guide226
    • Using Schedule Viewing228
      • Setting up a schedule viewing228
      • Cancelling a scheduled viewing228
    • Using the Channel List229
    • Recording231
      • Using the instant and schedule recording options from the guide screen:231
      • Recording the programme you are watching232
      • Scheduling recording from the programme info window232
      • Changing the recording time232
      • Viewing recorded programmes233
      • Deleting a recorded programme233
    • Using Smart Hub234
      • Smart Hub234
      • Using the Smart Hub Home Screen235
    • Launching the e-Manual237
    • Using Bixby238
      • Running Bixby238