Samsung SP-LFF3CLAXXZA Guide

E-MANUAL
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Contents
Guide
Projector Screen Adjustment
5Adjusting the screen by moving the Projector
7 Adjusting the screen by using menu items of the product
8Adjusting the Keystone from SmartThings on the mobile
device
Connections
9Connection Guide
10 Connecting to the network
13 Displaying your mobile device screen on the Projector
15 Connection Cables for External Devices
16 Switching between external devices connected to the
Projector
18 Connection Notes
Remote Control and Peripherals
20 About the Samsung Smart Remote
23 Connecting the Samsung Smart Remote to the Projector
23 Learn how to use Samsung Smart Remote
24 Using Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC)
25 Controlling the Projector with a Keyboard, Mouse, or
Gamepad
29 Entering Text using the On-Screen Virtual Keyboard
Smart Features
31 Using Smart Hub
35 Using Ambient Mode
38 Using Samsung Gaming Hub
40 About the Media Home Screen
43 About the Menu Home Screen
47 Using a Samsung account
49 Using Workspace
55 Using TV Access
57 Using a larger screen by putting two screens together
58 Using the Apps Service
62 Using the e-Manual
64 Using the Internet
65 Using SmartThings
70 Using Bixby
Projector Viewing
75 Projector-Viewing Support Functions
Picture and Sound
76 Adjusting the Picture Quality
79 Changing the Picture Size and Position
80 Setting the Viewing Environment for External Devices
81  a Sound Mode and Expert Settings
82 Using the Sound Support Functions
System and Support
84 Using the Time Functions and the Timers
86 Using the Power and Energy Saving Functions
87 Updating the Projector's Software
88 Using the Parental Settings function
89 Audio and Video Functions for the Visually or Hearing
Impaired
94 Using Voice Assistants on the Projector
95 Using Other Functions
Precautions and Notes
97 Read Before Using Apps
98 Read Before Using the Internet Function
100 Read After Installing the Projector
100 Read Before Connecting a Computer (Supported
Resolutions)
102 Supported Resolutions for Video Signals
103 Read Before Using Bluetooth Devices
104 Blocking programs based on their TV Rating
107 Licenses

Troubleshooting
Picture Issues
108 The screen is  or has become dark
109 The picture is not bright, or the picture colors do not look
clear
109 The picture colors are black and white or do not look the
way they should look
110 The Projector automatically turns off by itself
110 Unable to power on
110 Displayed video looks blurry
110 The picture is distorted
111 There is a dotted line on the edge of the screen
111 The picture won’t display in full screen
111 The Caption function in the Projector menu is deactivated
111 Captions appear on the Projector screen
111 Auto keystone does not work properly.
Sound and Noise Issues
112 How can I connect an audio device to the Projector?
112 There is no sound or the sound is too low at maximum
volume.
112 The picture is good but there is no sound.
112 HDMI (eARC/ARC) is connected, and there is no sound.
113 The speakers are making an odd sound.
113 The sound is interrupted.
113 Whenever a function is used on the Projector or the channel
is changed, the Projector voices the activity. The Projector
explains in voice-over the video scenes displayed on the
screen.
113 The Projector audio is not being played through the
Soundbar or A/V receiver.
114 The sound is not heard clearly.
114 The volume of the external device cannot be adjusted.
114 I want to turn the Projector and audio device off and on at
the same time.
External Device Connectivity Issues
115 The "Mode Not Supported" message appears.
115 The video is OK but there is no audio.
115 I want to connect to a PC and mobile device via screen
mirroring.
116 No screen appears when connecting the Projector to an
external device.
116 I want to connect to a Bluetooth speaker.
116 The PC screen does not appear or it 
Network Issues
117 Wireless network connection failed. Unable to connect to a
wireless access point. Unable to connect to the network.
117 Connected to a local network, but not to the Internet.
Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) Issues
118 What is Anynet+?
118 Anynet+ does not work. The connected device is not
displayed.
118 I want to start Anynet+. I also want the connected devices to
turn on when the Projector is turned on.
119 I want to exit Anynet+. It is inconvenient to turn on other
devices because the Projector also turns on. It is
inconvenient because the connected devices (e.g. set-top
box) turn off together.
119 The message "Connecting to Anynet+ device..." or
"Disconnecting from Anynet+ device" appears on the screen.
119 The Anynet+ device won't play.
Remote Control Issues
120 The remote control does not work.
Apps
121 I cannot  the app I want.
121 I launched an app, but it's in a different language. How can I
change the language?
121 The app does not work properly. Its image quality is poor.
121 The Smart Hub Home Screen keeps appearing whenever you
turn on the Projector.
Voice Assistant Issues
122 The microphone is off.
122 The voice commands do not work well.
122 Bixby/Alexa answers although I did not call it.
122 I spoke "Hi, Bixby/Alexa" but Bixby/Alexa does not answer.

123 Voice recognition does not work with the Samsung Smart
Remote unlike other features. There is no response even if
the Voice Assistant button is pressed.
123 During voice recognition, the heavy load message appears
and the function does not work.
123 I want to see weather information of the desired area.
Other issues
124 The Projector is hot.
124 The Projector smells like plastic.
124 The settings are lost after 5 minutes or every time the
Projector is turned off.
125 The Projector is making a popping noise.
125 The Projector is making a humming noise.
125 The Projector narrates the screen events in voice-over.
Diagnosing Projector operational issues
126 Self Diagnosis
126 Reset Smart Hub
126 Reset picture
126 Reset sound
Getting Support
127 Getting support through Remote Management
127 Finding the contact information for service
127 Requesting service
Accessibility Guidance
Learn Menu Screen
128 Using the Samsung Smart Remote
129 Using the Accessibility Menu
134 Using the Projector with Voice Guide on
136 Using Smart Hub
138 Launching the e-Manual
139 Using Bixby

Guide
Learn how to use various features.
Projector Screen Adjustment
Adjust the size, keystone, or focus for the projected screen by moving the Projector or using the screen adjustment
menu.
Adjusting the screen by moving the Projector
When the screen looks skewed or blurry, adjust the screen.
1. Move the Projector to the left or right to adjust its angle. Alternatively, adjust the top and bottom angles until
the screen shape becomes rectangular.
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2. Move the Projector back and forth to adjust the screen size.
When the screen looks skewed or distorted, use the, Keystone ( (left directional button) Settings Keystone)
function. Try Now
When the screen looks blurry, use the Focus ( (left directional button) Settings Focus) function. Try Now
For more information about screen adjustment, refer to "Adjusting the screen by using menu items of the product."
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Adjusting the screen by using menu items of the product
Adjust the Projector's mode options and installation settings for your viewing environment.
Guide to screen adjustment
(left directional button) Settings All Settings General & Privacy Projector
Settings
Adjust the Projector's mode options and installation settings for your viewing environment.
•Keystone Try Now
Fix a distorted image on the screen based on the projection angle. You can also turn on/off the vertical
automatic Keystone function or manually adjust vertical or horizontal Keystone.
This feature may be affected by the external illuminance, the distance between the Projector and wall, and the
projection surface.
In auto Keystone mode, use the directional buttons on the remote control to finely adjust the angle or shape of the
displayed screen.
•Focus Try Now
This feature adjusts the projected screen focus.
•Keystone Mode Try Now
Select Auto or Manual mode for Keystone correction. If you select Manual, you can manually adjust a distorted
image by using the Keystone feature.
•Focus Mode Try Now
Select Auto or Manual mode for focus adjustment. If you select Manual, you can manually adjust the focus of an
image by using the Focus feature.
•Auto Keystone After Movement Try Now
Turn Auto Keystone on or off when the device is moved.
This option is enabled when Keystone Mode is set to Auto.
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•Auto Focus After Movement Try Now
Turn Auto focus on or off when the device is moved.
This option is enabled when Focus Mode is set to Auto.
•Scale and Move Screen Try Now
Enlarge or reduce the screen scale. You can also move the screen.
•Auto Flip Screen Vertically Try Now
When the direction of the projector is changed, the screen automatically flips upside down.
•Projection Mode Try Now
This feature changes the direction of the image projection according to the projector's installation direction.
•High-Altitude Mode Try Now
This feature prevents the projector from overheating when operating at high altitudes.
To use the Projector at a height greater than 4000 ft (1219 m), turn on High-Altitude Mode. If this mode is turned on, the
fan speed increases and loud noise may be experienced.
The Projector can only be used at a height of 10000 ft (3048 m) or less.
•Setup Guide Try Now
This guide shows you how to adjust the size and shape of the projection screen when installing Projector.
Adjusting the Keystone from SmartThings on the mobile device
Use SmartThings on your mobile device to adjust the keystone based on your viewing position.
Register the Projector to SmartThings on your mobile device. Next, from the SmartThings app on the mobile device,
select the registered Projector and then select Personal Keystone.
Follow the instructions provided in the SmartThings app to proceed.
The keystone is adjusted based on your viewing position, by analyzing the current viewing environment through the
mobile device.
Ensure that the mobile device and Projector are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
Menu names are subject to change due to updates.
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Connections
You can get access to the network by using a wireless access point. Using connectors, you can also connect external
devices to your Projector.
Connection Guide
You can view detailed information about external devices that can be connected to the Projector.
(left directional button) Connected Devices Connection Guide Try Now
It shows you how to connect various external devices, such as video devices, game consoles, and PCs using pictures.
If you select the connection method and an external device, the connection details appear.
•Audio Device: HDMI (eARC/ARC), Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Speaker Surround Setup
•Video Device: HDMI
•Smartphone: Screen Sharing (Smart View), Screen Sharing (Tap View), Samsung DeX, SmartThings, Apple
AirPlay
•PC: HDMI, Screen Sharing (Wireless), Easy Connection to Screen, Apple AirPlay
•Input Device: Remote Control, Bluetooth Device
•Game Console: HDMI
The connection method and available external devices may differ depending on the model.
Some functions may not be supported depending on the model or geographical area.
Using HDMI Troubleshooting, you can check the connection to HDMI cable and external devices (takes approximately 2
minutes).
Connection Guide
Audio Device
Video Device
Smartphone
PC
Input Device
Game Console
HDMI (eARC)
Bluetooth
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi Speaker Surround Setup
HDMI Troubleshooting
Connect audio devices, such as speakers, soundbars,
headphones, or home theaters, to Projector.
The image on your Projector may differ from the image above depending on the model and geographical area.
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Connecting to the network
You can get access to the network through your Projector.
(left directional button) Settings All Settings Connection Network Open
Network Settings Try Now
 network settings to connect to an available network.
Establishing a wireless network connection
(left directional button) Settings All Settings Connection Network Open
Network Settings Wireless
Make sure that you have the wireless access point's name (SSID) and password settings before attempting to
connect. The network name (SSID) and security key are available on the wireless access point's 
screen. See the wireless access point's user manual for more information.
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The image on your Projector may differ from the image above depending on the model and geographical area.
If no wireless access point is found, select Add Network at the bottom of the list and enter the network name (SSID).
If your wireless access point has a WPS or PBC button, select Use WPS at the bottom of the list, and then push the WPS or
PBC button on your access point within 2 minutes. The Projector will connect automatically.
To view or delete previously connected network names (SSIDs), move the focus to Manage Saved Networks, and then press
the Select button.
To disconnect Wi-Fi, select Disconnect in (left directional button) Settings All Settings Connection
Network Network Status. Try Now
Checking the network connection status
(left directional button) Settings All Settings Connection Network Network
Status Try Now
View the current network status.
Resetting Your Network
(left directional button) Settings All Settings Connection Network Reset
Network Try Now
Restore the network settings to the factory default.
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Turning on the Projector with a mobile device
(left directional button) Settings All Settings Connection Network Expert
Settings Power On with Mobile Try Now
You can turn on the Projector using a mobile device connected to the same network as the Projector.
This function is available with a mobile device connected to the Projector through the SmartThings app or the Apple AirPlay
function.
Apple AirPlay may not be supported depending on the model or geographical area.
Connecting an IP control device to the Projector
(left directional button) Settings All Settings Connection Network Expert
Settings IP Remote Try Now
You can connect an IP control device to the Projector remotely to manage your IP device.
To use this function, Power On with Mobile must be turned on.
Turning this feature on may allow other IP control devices to control your Projector. We recommend turning this feature on
only if an authorized third-party custom controller is installed and   for a Samsung Projector and if
your Wi-Fi network is password protected.
This function may not be supported depending on the model.
Allowing to connect a wireless network
(left directional button) Settings All Settings Connection Network Expert
Settings Wi-Fi Try Now
You can enable the connection to Wi-Fi.
To connect a wireless network, the function must be active.
Changing the name of the Projector
(left directional button) Settings All Settings Connection Device Name Try Now
You can change the name of the Projector on the network. Select User Input at the bottom of the list and change
the name.
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Displaying your mobile device screen on the Projector
You can watch the screen of your mobile device on the Projector screen through Smart View or Tap View.
For information on how to share the screen with your mobile device, refer to (left directional button)
Connected Devices Connection Guide Smartphone Screen Sharing (Smart View). Try Now
• To turn off Screen Sharing (Smart View), disconnect the mobile device or press the button on the remote
control.
• Using the Smart View menu on your mobile device, you can change the settings such as aspect ratio.
• Use AirPlay if you are an iPhone or iPad user. For more information, refer to (left directional button)
Connected Devices Connection Guide Smartphone Apple AirPlay. Try Now
This function may not be supported depending on the model or geographical area.
• The screen sharing function (Smart View/Apple AirPlay) on your mobile device appears on the screen on your
mobile device.
This function may not be supported depending on the model or geographical area.
• If the Projector is connected to a wireless router and DFS channel, radio performance of the screen share
function may degrade. To prevent this, change the router settings to disable use of DFS channel. For details on
how to change the settings, refer to the user manual provided by the router manufacturer.
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Using the Tap View
By tapping the mobile device on your Projector, you can watch mobile device's screen through the Projector screen.
When you tap a mobile device on your Projector while running a music app on your mobile device, the Projector
screen switches to the Music Wall screen.
This function may not be supported depending on the model.
This function is only available in Samsung mobile devices with Android 8.1 or higher.
1. Enable Tap View on your mobile device.
For more information about  refer to 'Enabling the Tap View' below for how to set.
2. Turn on the screen of your mobile device.
3. Tap your mobile device on the Projector. The Projector screen switches to Music Wall or mobile device's screen.
We recommend using your mobile device with the cover in place and lightly tap it on any external edge of the
Projector.
4. Watch Music Wall or mobile device's screen on the Projector screen.
Music Wall screen is a function that allows you to enjoy music along with visual video effects that change according to the
genre and beat of the music.
This function enables mirroring (Smart View) by detecting vibrations generated when you tap the mobile device on the
Projector.
The displayed Projector screen may differ depending on the model.
Enabling the Tap View
Enable Tap View in the SmartThings app.
Depending on the SmartThings app version, you may need to register the Projector with your mobile device.
1. Launch the SmartThings app on your mobile device.
2. Select Settings ( ) in SmartThings app on your mobile device.
3. Set the Tap View to on.
Upon connection for the  time, select Allow on a pop-up window of the Projector.
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Connection Cables for External Devices
You can view detailed information about the connection cables for external devices that can be connected to the
Projector.
Cable name Image Description
Micro HDMI
to
HDMI
Each cable simultaneously transmits digital video and audio signals
from an external device to the Micro HDMI port on the Projector.
Cables are divided into various types according to the types of input
or output ports on external devices.
Micro HDMI
to
USB type-C
Micro HDMI
to
Micro HDMI
Micro HDMI
to
Mini HDMI
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Switching between external devices connected to the Projector
You can switch between Projector programs and the content of external devices.
(left directional button) Connected Devices
When you select a connected external device on the Source screen, the output of the selected device is displayed on
the Projector's screen.
This function may not be supported depending on the device and geographical area.
Editing the name and icon of an external device
(left directional button) Connected Devices
You can change the port name for a connected external device or add it to the Home Screen.
The image on your Projector may differ from the image above depending on the model and geographical area.
1. Move the focus to a connected external device.
2. Press the down directional button. The following functions become available:
Available functions may differ depending on the port type.
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1.Edit
You can rename the input ports and change the device icons.
2.Information
You can view detailed information about an external device.
3.Add to Home
You can add the port of an external device to the Home Screen for quick switching.
Using additional functions
You can use the SmartThings feature.
•SmartThings
It allows the Projector to connect and control the detected various devices in the same space.
For more information, refer to "Using SmartThings."
You can use the following features on the Sources screen.
•Workspace
Use the Projector to access your PC via remote PC or Screen Sharing (Wireless).
For more information, refer to "Using Workspace."
You can use the following features on the Featured screen.
•TV Access
By mirroring, you can watch TV from the Projector screen.
For more information, refer to "Using TV Access."
•Connection Guide
Displays device connection instructions.
For more information, refer to "Connection Guide."
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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 Projector. The number of external device
connectors, and their names and locations may differ with the manufacturer.
Connection notes for HDMI
• The following types of HDMI cables are recommended:
– High Speed HDMI Cable
– High Speed HDMI Cable with Ethernet
– Premium High Speed HDMI Cable
– Premium High Speed HDMI Cable with Ethernet
– Ultra High Speed HDMI Cable
• Use an HDMI cable with a thickness of 0.66 inches (17 mm) or less.
• Using a non-certified HDMI cable may result in a blank screen or a connection error.
• Some HDMI cables and devices may not be compatible with the Projector due to different HDMI specifications.
• Many computer graphics adapters do not have HDMI ports, but have DVI or DisplayPort ports instead.
• When the Projector is connected to an external device, such as a DVD/BD player or a set-top box via HDMI,
power sync mode will be automatically activated. In the power sync mode, the Projector continues to detect and
connect external devices via HDMI cable. This function can be deactivated by removing the HDMI cable of the
connected device.
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Connection notes for computers
• For the resolutions supported by the Projector, refer to "Read Before Connecting a Computer (Supported
Resolutions)."
• If you want to connect your PC and Projector wirelessly, both of them must be connected to each other on the
same network.
• When sharing content with other network-based devices, such as those in an IP (Internet Protocol) storage
system, sharing may not be supported due to the network’s configuration, quality, or functionality, for example,
if the network has a NAS (Network-Attached Storage) device.
Connection notes for mobile devices
• To use the Smart View function, the mobile device must support a mirroring function, such as Screen Mirroring
or Smart View. To check whether your mobile device supports the mirroring function, refer to the mobile
device's user manual.
• To use Wi-Fi Direct, the mobile device must support the Wi-Fi Direct function. To check whether your mobile
device supports Wi-Fi Direct, refer to the mobile device's user manual.
• The mobile device and your Projector must be connected to each other on the same network.
• Use AirPlay if you are an iPhone or iPad user. For more information, refer to (left directional button)
Connected Devices Connection Guide Smartphone Apple AirPlay. Try Now
This function may not be supported depending on the model or geographical area.
• The video or audio may stop intermittently, depending on network conditions.
• When sharing content with other network-based devices, such as those in an IP (Internet Protocol) storage
system, sharing may not be supported due to the network’s configuration, quality, or functionality, for example,
if the network has a NAS (Network-Attached Storage) device.
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Remote Control and Peripherals
You can control Projector operations with your Samsung Smart Remote. Pair external devices, such as a keyboard,
for ease of use.
About the Samsung Smart Remote
Learn about the buttons on the Samsung Smart Remote.
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