Samsung LED 8000 series Guide

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Contents
e-Manual Guide
Viewing the e-Manual
1 Scrolling a Page
1 Using the Top Icons
1 Returning to the Home Page
1 Searching the Index
2 Searching Pages
2 Closing the e-Manual
2 Jumping to a Menu Item
2 Updating the e-Manual
Getting Started
Aerial Connection
3 For the LED 7500, 8000, 8500 and PDP 8500 series
models
3 For the S9 models
Video Device Connections
5 HDMI Connection
5 For the LED 7500, 8000, 8500 and PDP 8500 series models
6 For the S9 models
7 Component Connection
7 For the LED 7500 series models
7 For the LED 8000, 8500, PDP 8500 series models
8 For the S9 models
8 AV Connection
8 For the LED 7500 series models
9 For the LED 8000, 8500, PDP 8500 series models
9 For the S9 models
Audio Device Connections
10 Digital Audio (Optical) Connection
10 For the LED 7500, 8000, 8500 and PDP 8500 series models
11 For the S9 models
11 ARC (Audio Return Channel)
11 For the LED 7500, 8000, 8500 and PDP 8500 series models
12 For the S9 models
Computer Connection
13 HDMI Connection
13 For the LED 7500, 8000, 8500 and PDP 8500 series models
13 For the S9 models
14 HDMI-to-DVI Connection
14 For the LED 7500, 8000, 8500 and PDP 8500 series models
14 For the S9 models
Smartphone Connection
15 For the LED 7500, 8000, 8500 and PDP 8500 series
models
15 For the S9 models
Switching Between Video Sources
Programming
17 Auto Tuning
Channel Settings
18 Country (or Area)
18 Manual Tuning
20 Transfer Channel List
Channel Management
22 Remove Channels
22 Edit Channel Number
23 Programme Rating Lock
23 Channel Lock
23 Channel Unlock
23 Rename Analogue Channels
Audio Options
Favourite Channels
25 Add Channels
26 Remove Channels
26 Rearrange the Favourites Channels List
26 Rename a Favourites Channel List
26 Copy a Favourites Channels List
Network Configuration
27 Wired Network
27 For the LED 7500, 8000, 8500 and PDP 8500 series models
28 For the S9 models
29 Wireless Network
29 Wireless Network Precautions
30 Network Security Protocols
Wired Network Setup
31 Automatic Wired Network Setup
32 Manual Wired Network Setup
34 Failed Wired Connection
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Wireless Network Setup
35 Automatic Wireless Network Setup
36 Manual Wireless Network Setup
38 Using the WPS Button
38 Failed Wireless Connection
Checking the Network Status
Mobile Device Connection
41 Wi-Fi Direct
42 AllShare Settings
42 Set Remote Access
42 Rename the TV
Controlling TV
Using the Smart Touch Control
43 Inserting the Batteries (AAA X 2)
43 Connecting to the TV
44 Reconnecting the Smart Touch Control
44 Battery Low Alarm
45 Buttons and Descriptions
47 Special Functions
Using the touchpad
48 Dragging
48 Press
49 Flicking
49 Pressing and Holding
49 Pressing and Dragging
50 Scrolling Up/Down
50 Scrolling Left/Right
51 Changing Channels by Entering Numbers
51 Numerical Input Guide
52 Adjusting the Touchpad
52 Show Status and Notification Banner
52 Recommendations
52 History
52 Deleting History Data
52 Searching
Using the Virtual Remote Control
53 Changing the Virtual Remote Control Panel
53 Change a position of the Virtual Remote Panel
53 Using the Number Panel
53 Using the Playback Control Panel
53 Using the Quick Access Panel
53 Adjusting the virtual remote control
Universal Remote Setup
54 Connecting the IR EXTENDER CABLE
54 For the LED 7500, 8000, 8500 and PDP 8500 series models
55 For the S9 models
56 Add the External Device
56 Using the Universal Remote Control
56 Registered External Device Management
Entering Text using the Onscreen Keypad
57 Entering Text using the QWERTY Keypad
57 Additional Features
SMART Interaction
58 Precautions
58 Face Recognition
58 TV Camera Use
59 Motion Control
59 Voice Recognition
Voice Recognition
61 Operating Environment
61 Voice Recognition Environment Test
61 Voice Recognition Tutorial
62 Enabling Voice Recognition
62 Basic Voice Recognition Use
63 Voice Recognition Settings
64 Interactive Voice Recognition Commands
64 Deactivating Voice Recognition
Motion Control
65 Operating Environment
66 Motion Control Environment Test
66 Motion Control Tutorial
66 Motion Control Options
67 Motion Control Activation
67 Using the Basic Motion Controls
68 Motion Control Screen
68 The Screen Composition while Viewing TV
69 The Smart Hub Screen Composition
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Face Recognition
71 Operating Environment
72 Face Registration
72 Face Recognition Login
Using Peripheral Devices
73 Keyboard Connection
74 Keyboard Use
74 Mouse Connection
74 Mouse Use
TV Viewing
TV Viewing
75 Programme Info
76 Guide
76 Change Channels
76 Recording the Current Programme
76 Change Category
76 Quick Navigation
77 Schedule Viewing
77 Schedule Recording
77 Checking the Programme Info
78 Channel List
78 Change Channels
78 Sorting
78 Genre
79 Change the Broadcast Signal
79 Change the Channel List
Schedule Viewing
80 Digital Channel Schedule Viewing
80 Guide
80 Programme Info
81 Analogue Channel Schedule Viewing
81 Cancel a Schedule Viewing
81 Edit Schedule List
Schedule Recording
82 Precautions
84 Dedicated Recording Device Setup
84 Plug & Play
85 Dedicated Recording Device Management
86 Programme Recording
86 Instant Recording
86 Guide
86 Programme Info
87 Specified Time and Date
87 Cancel the Schedule Recording function
87 Edit Timer List
Recorded Programme Playback
88 Changing the Viewing Mode
88 Filtered View
88 Playlist Creation
89 Recording Lock / Unlock
89 Deleting Saved Programmes
89 Rename
90 Device Management
90 Playing a Different Programme
90 Programme Scan
91 Additional Recorded Programme Playback Settings
Timeshift
92 Precautions
93 Activating the Timeshift function
3D TV
94 Precautions
94 Tips
95 Activating 3D Mode
96 Setting 3D Effects
PIP
Analogue Screen Calibration
98 Fine Tune
Subtitles
100 Show Subtitles
100 Subtitle Options
Changing the Teletext Language
Digital Text
TV Settings
Basic Picture Settings
102 Changing the Picture Mode
103 Picture Quality
103 Applying the Current Picture Quality Setting to Another
Input
104 Picture Size
105 Screen Position
105 4:3 Screen Size
105 Picture Off
105 Reset Image Settings
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Advanced Settings
Picture Options
Basic Sound Settings
110 Changing the Sound Mode
111 Adjusting the Sound Settings
112 Auto Volume
112 TV Installation Type
112 3D Audio
112 Resetting the Sound
Sound Customiser
113 Creating Custom sound
114 Editing Custom Sound
114 Managing Custom Sounds
Speaker Settings
115 Speaker Select
115 Additional Settings
116 DTV Audio Level
116 Digital Audio Out
117 Dolby Digital Comp
117 Samsung Audio Device Connection
Clock and Timer
118 Setting the Time
118 Auto
119 Time Offset
119 Manual
120 Sleep Timer
120 On Timer
121 Off Timer
Screen Protection and Maintenance
122 Eco Solution
123 Screen Burn Protection
124 Pixel Shift
124 Auto Protection Time
125 Scrolling
125 Side Grey
125 Auto Protection Time
Password
126 Change Password
Additional Features
127 Changing the Menu Language
127 Game Mode
127 Precautions and Restrictions
128 BD Wise
128 Menu Transparency
128 Sound Feedback
128 Panel Locking
129 Booting Logo
129 Light Effect
129 Flash Adjustment
129 DivX® Video On Demand
SMART TV Features
Smart Hub
131 Agreements Required to Use Smart Hub
131 Samsung Account
131 Creating a Samsung Account
132 Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy
132 Logging In
132 Linking a Samsung Account to Other Accounts
133 Managing Accounts
133 Resetting Smart Hub
134 Searching
134 Keyword Search
134 Setting Search Scope
134 Sports Mode
Status and Notification
135 Show Status and Notification Banner
135 Voice Recognition & Motion Control Configuration
135 Samsung Account Configuration
135 Network Configuration
135 Notifications
Social
136 Social Settings
136 Checking the Application
136 Connecting a Service to a Samsung Account
137 Watching Videos
137 Friend Profile
137 Select a friend to call
137 Filters
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Apps
138 Precautions
139 Installing Standard Applications
139 Launching an Application
140 Samsung Apps
140 Searching for Apps
140 Installing Applications
140 Apps Management
141 Edit My Apps
141 Deleting Applications
142 Managing Application Folders
142 Application Lock/Unlock
142 Application Update
142 Fitness
142 Creating a Profile
143 Kids
143 Web Browser
144 Social Networks
144 Linking Service Accounts
144 Apps Settings
144 Ticker Autorun
145 Push Notification Settings
145 Channel-Bound Apps
145 Properties
On TV
146 On TV Settings
146 On TV Setup
146 Recommendation Notice
147 Recommendation Method
147 Adult Content Block
147 Starting Smart Hub
147 Watching an On-Aerial Recommended Programme
147 Scheduled Recommended Programme Info
148 Activating the Guide
148 Programme Recommendations by Time
148 Watching Recorded Programmes
Photos, Videos & Music
149 Restrictions
150 Supported File Formats
151 USB Device Connection
151 USB Device Removal
151 Playing all the Content on a Storage Device
151 Watching Recorded Programmes
151 Clearing the Photos, Videos & Music Screen
152 Using Networked External Storage Devices
153 Allowing DLNA Device Connections
153 AllShare
153 Exporting Contents
Video Playback
154 Changing the view mode
154 Playlist Creation
154 Opening a Different File
155 Video Scanning
155 Show Subtitles
156 Additional Video Playback Settings
Music Playback
157 Changing the view mode
157 Playlist Creation
157 Music Scanning
158 Opening a Different File
158 Additional Music Playback Settings
Photo Playback
159 Changing the view mode
159 Slideshow
159 Slideshow Settings
160 Playlist Creation
160 Opening a Different File
160 Background Music
160 Mini Player
161 Additional Photo Playback Settings
Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC)
162 Precautions
163 Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) Setup
163 Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) Use
163 Switching between Anynet+ Devices
164 Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) Device Menu
165 ARC
Sharing Mobile Device Screens on the TV
165 MHL
165 MHL USE
166 Restrictions
166 Screen Mirroring
166 Mobile Device Connection
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Other Information
Support
167 Remote Management
167 What is Remote Support?
168 How Does it Work?
169 e-Manual
169 Self Diagnosis
169 Picture Test
170 Sound Test
170 Voice & Motion Control Environment Check
170 Signal Information
170 Reset
171 Updating the Software
171 Update now
171 Manual Update
171 Auto update
172 Usage Mode
172 Support Info
Teletext Feature
Anti-theft Kensington Lock
Display Resolution
175 IBM
175 MAC
176 VESA DMT
177 Picture Size and Input Signal
Subtitle and Media Contents file formats, and Codec
178 Subtitle
178 External
178 Internal
179 Supported image resolutions
179 Supported music file formats
180 Video Codec
181 Video Codecs
181 Other Restrictions
181 Video Decoders
181 Audio Decoders
Supported 3D Resolutions
182 HDMI
182 3D Format: L/R, T/B
182 3D Format: Frame Packing
182 Component
182 Digital Channel
183 Videos / Photos
183 Computer via HDMI
3D Precautions
183 CAUTION
184 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
185 WARRANTY
185 PROCEDURE FOR MAKING A WARRANTY CLAIM
186 WARRANTY CONDITIONS
S-Recommendation Disclaimer
188 S Recommendation with Voice Interaction
188 S Recommendation
Licence
Troubleshooting
Screen
Sound
3D TV
Aerial (Air / Cable) Connection
Computer Connection
Networking
Miscellaneous
Schedule Recording / Timeshift
Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC)
Photos, Videos & Music
Apps
Web Browser
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e-Manual Guide
Viewing the e-Manual
The embedded e-Manual contains information about your TV's key features.
This TV has a built-in user guide. To read it, use one of the following methods:
●Open the Support menu and choose e-Manual.
●Press the E-MANUAL button on the standard remote control.
●Press the MORE button on the Smart Touch Control to display control buttons on the screen.
Flick the Touchpad until e-Manual appears and select it.
"Words in blue refer to screen menu options and words in light blue refer to remote control buttons.
"A printable version of this guide is also available at www.samsung.com/support.
Scrolling a Page
To scroll a page, use of one of the following methods:
●Press the or button on the scroll bar at the right edge of the screen.
●Drag or flick up or down the line on either the left or right edge of the touchpad.
●Place the focus on the or button at the right edge of the screen, drag or flick up or down
on the touchpad.
Using the Top Icons
Use the Back, Forward, and Opened pages icons on the top left of the screen to navigate through
pages. These icons are available when two or more pages are passed.
Returning to the Home Page
To return to the home page, press the abutton or select on the top right of the screen.
Searching the Index
Press the bbutton or select on the top right of the screen to display the index. Select a term to
display the page containing the term.

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Searching Pages
Press the {button or select on the top of the screen to access the search screen. Enter a search
phrase and select Done. Select an item from the search results list to navigate to the relevant page.
Closing the e-Manual
To close the e-Manual, press hold the RETURN button or select at the upper-right corner of the
screen.
Jumping to a Menu Item
To directly jump to the menu item that is described in the current section, select Try Now. It is possible
to jump from a menu item directly to the related section in the e-Manual. On the screen menu, press
the MORE button on the Smart Touch Control and then select e-Manual on the virtual control panel
that appears on the screen.
"This feature may not be available, depending on the menu.
Updating the e-Manual
Open the Smart Hub and navigate to Apps screen, and then select More Apps. The e-manual can be
updated in the same way with an application update.
On the More Apps screen, select Apps to update. Select e-Manual from the list. The e-Manual starts
updating to the latest version. However, Apps to update appears on the screen only when the update
is required.

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Getting Started
Aerial Connection
Refer to the diagram and connect the aerial cable to the aerial input connector. Make sure that you do
not bend the cable. The number of connectors and their names and locations may vary depending on
the model.
Connect the correct aerial cable for your viewing environment (over-the-air or cable broadcasting).
However, an aerial connection is not necessary if you are using a cable box or satellite receiver.
For the LED 7500, 8000, 8500 and PDP 8500 series models
For the S9 models

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Video Device Connections
This TV has a wide range of connectors for video input from video devices such as Blu-ray players,
DVD players, camcorders and gaming consoles. Below is a list of featured connectors shown in
descending order of picture quality.
●HDMI
●Component
●AV
Connect the video device to the TV via an HDMI connector for the best picture quality. If the device
does not have an HDMI connector, try a component connector to get the next best possible picture
quality.
The number of connectors and their names and locations may vary depending on the model.
When connecting an external device, refer to the device's operating manual. The number of external
device connectors and their names and locations may vary depending on the manufacturer.

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HDMI Connection
For the LED 7500, 8000, 8500 and PDP 8500 series models
Refer to the diagram and connect the HDMI cable to the video device's HDMI output connector and the
TV's HDMI input connector. One of the following HDMI cable types is recommended:
●High-Speed HDMI Cable
●High-Speed HDMI Cable with Ethernet
Use an HDMI cable with a thickness of 14 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 TV due to different HDMI specifications.
"This TV does not support HDMI Ethernet Channel. Ethernet is a LAN (Local Area Network) built on coaxial
cables standardized by the IEEE.
"The number of connectors and their names and locations may vary depending on the model.

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For the S9 models
Refer to the diagram and connect the HDMI cable to the video device's HDMI output connector and the
One Connect HDMI input connector. One of the following HDMI cable types is recommended:
●High-Speed HDMI Cable
●High-Speed HDMI Cable with Ethernet
Use an HDMI cable with a thickness of 14 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 TV due to different HDMI specifications.
"This TV does not support the HDMI Ethernet Channel. Ethernet is a LAN (Local Area Network) built on
coaxial cables standardized by the IEEE.
"The number of connectors and their names and locations may vary depending on the model.

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Component Connection
For the LED 7500 series models
Refer to the diagram and connect the TV’s component video and audio input connectors to the
external device’s component video and audio output connectors using a component cable, so that the
connectors of the same colour connect to each other, as shown in the figure.
For the LED 8000, 8500, PDP 8500 series models
Refer to the diagram and connect a component cable to the provided two jack-to-RCA extension
cables, so that the connectors of the same colour connect to each other. Plug the two jacks into the
TV’s component video and audio input connectors, and plug the five connectors on the other end into
the external device’s component video and audio output connectors, as shown in the figure.

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For the S9 models
Refer to the diagram and connect the component video and audio cables to the component adapter
(accessory) and to the One Connect component input connectors. Make sure the cable colours match
the connector colours.
AV Connection
Refer to the diagram and connect the AV cable to the TV's external input connectors and the device's
AV output connectors.
If you are using the TV's external input connectors, connect the video cable to the Y connector. Some
models feature a video connector as well. In this case, connect the cable to the video connector.
For the LED 7500 series models

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For the LED 8000, 8500, PDP 8500 series models
For the S9 models
Refer to the diagram and connect the video and audio cables to the A/V adapter (included) and the
adapter to One Connect's external input connector.

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Audio Device Connections
This TV has a wide range of connectors for audio input from devices such as amplifiers, Blu-ray
players and DVD players. For better audio quality, it is a good idea to use an AV receiver.
●Digital Audio (Optical)
●ARC (Audio Return Channel)
The number of connectors and their names and locations may vary depending on the model.
When connecting an external device, refer to the device's operating manual. The number of external
device connectors and their names and locations may vary depending on the manufacturer.
Digital Audio (Optical) Connection
Connect the optical cable to the TV's digital audio output connector and the device's digital audio
input connector.
Connecting the device using an optical cable does not automatically turn off the TV speakers. To turn
off the TV speakers, open the Speaker Select (Sound >Speaker Settings >Speaker Select) menu,
then set External Speaker.
Adjust the audio device's volume using its remote control.
An unusual noise coming from the audio device while it is being used may indicate a problem with the
audio device itself. If this is the case, ask for assistance from the audio device manufacturer.
5.1-channel audio for digital channels is only available with broadcasts that support 5.1-channel audio.
For the LED 7500, 8000, 8500 and PDP 8500 series models
Refer to the diagram and connect the optical cable to the TV's digital audio output connector and the
device's digital audio input connector.

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For the S9 models
Refer to the diagram and connect the optical cable to the One Connect digital audio output connector
and the device's digital audio input connector.
ARC (Audio Return Channel)
For the LED 7500, 8000, 8500 and PDP 8500 series models
This TV supports 3D and ARC (Audio Return Channel) functions via an HDMI cable. ARC enables
digital sound to be output using just an HDMI cable. However, ARC is only available through the HDMI
(ARC) port and only when the TV is connected to an ARC-enabled AV receiver. Connect the HDMI
cable to the TV's HDMI (ARC) connector and the device's HDMI output connector.
"Certain functions such as the Smart Hub may not be available if 3D Auto View is set to On while Source is
in HDMI mode. In this case, set 3D Auto View or 3D Mode to Off.
"The number of connectors and their names and locations may vary depending on the model.

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For the S9 models
This TV supports 3D and ARC (Audio Return Channel) functions via an HDMI cable. ARC enables
digital sound to be output using just an HDMI cable. However, ARC is only available through the HDMI
(ARC) port and only when the One Connect is connected to an ARC-enabled AV receiver. Connect the
HDMI cable to the One Connect HDMI (ARC) connector and the device's HDMI output connector.

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Computer Connection
This SMART TV has the following computer connection ports:
●HDMI
●HDMI-to-DVI
For the highest picture quality, connect the computer to the HDMI/DVI port. Not all computers are
HDMI-enabled. In this case, use an HDMI-to-DVI cable to connect the computer to the TV. Refer to the
"Display Resolution" for information on the resolution settings supported by the TV.
HDMI Connection
For the LED 7500, 8000, 8500 and PDP 8500 series models
Refer to the diagram and connect the HDMI cable to the TV's HDMI input port and the computer's
HDMI output port.
For the S9 models
Refer to the diagram and connect the HDMI cable to the One Connect HDMI input port and the
computer's HDMI output port.