Samsung ps64f8500ar 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
Video Device Connections
4 HDMI Connection
5 Component Connection
6 AV Connection
6 LED 7500 series
6 LED 8000 and PDP 8500 series
Audio Device Connections
7 Digital Audio (Optical) Connection
8 Audio Output Connection
8 ARC (Audio Return Channel)
Computer Connection
9 HDMI Connection
10 HDMI-to-DVI Connection
Smartphone Connection
Switching Between Video Sources
Programming
13 Auto Tuning
13 Indonesia or in India
Channel Settings
14 Area
14 Manual Tuning
Channel Management
16 Remove Channels
16 Change Number
16 Channel Lock
16 Channel Unlock
16 Rename Analogue Channels
Favourites Channels
17 Add Channels
17 Remove Channels
18 Rearrange the Favourites Channels List
18 Rename a Favourites Channel List
18 Copy a Favourites Channels List
Network Configuration
19 Wired Network
20 Wireless Network
20 Wireless Network Precautions
21 Network Security Protocols
Wired Network Setup
22 Automatic Wired Network Setup
23 Manual Wired Network Setup
25 Failed Wired Connection
25 No network cable found
25 IP auto setting failed
25 Unable to connect to the network
25 Connected to a local network, but not to the Internet
25 Network setup complete, but unable to connect to the
Internet
Wireless Network Setup
26 Automatic Wireless Network Setup
27 Manual Wireless Network Setup
28 Using the WPS Button
29 Failed Wireless Connection
29 Wireless network connection failed, or no wireless router
selected.
29 Unable to connect to a wireless router
29 IP auto setting failed
29 Unable to connect to the network
30 Connected to a local network, but not to the Internet
30 Network setup complete, but unable to connect to the
Internet
30 Dynamic versus Static IP Addresses
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Checking the Network Status
Mobile Device Connection
32 Wi-Fi Direct
33 AllShare Settings
33 Rename the TV
Controlling TV
Using the Smart Touch Control
34 Inserting the Batteries (AAA X 2)
34 Connecting to the TV
35 Reconnecting the Smart Touch Control
35 Low Battery Power Warning
36 Buttons and Descriptions
38 Special Functions
Touchpad
39 Dragging
39 Press
39 Flicking
40 Pressing and Holding
40 Pressing and Dragging
40 Scrolling Up/Down
41 Scrolling Left/Right
41 Changing Channels by Entering Numbers
41 Numerical Input Guide
42 Adjusting the Touchpad
42 Show Status and Notification Banner
42 History
42 Deleting History Data
42 Searching
Using the Virtual Remote Control
43 Changing the Virtual Remote Control Panel
43 Change a position of the Virtual Remote Panel
43 Using the Number Panel
43 Using the Playback Control Panel
43 Using the Quick Access Panel
43 Adjusting the virtual remote control
Universal Remote Setup
44 Connecting the IR EXTENDER CABLE
45 Add the External Device
45 Using the Universal Remote Control
45 Registered External Device Management
Entering Text using the Onscreen Keypad
46 Entering Text using the QWERTY Keypad
46 Additional Features
SMART Interaction
47 Precautions
47 Face Recognition
47 TV Camera Use
47 Motion Control
48 Voice Recognition
Voice Recognition
50 Operating Environment
50 Voice Recognition Environment Test
50 Voice Recognition Tutorial
50 Enabling Voice Recognition
51 Basic Voice Recognition Use
51 Voice Recognition Settings
51 Deactivating Voice Recognition
Motion Control
52 Operating Environment
53 Motion Control Environment Test
53 Motion Control Tutorial
54 Motion Control Activation
54 Using the Basic Motion Controls
54 Motion Control Options
55 Motion Control Screen
55 The Screen Composition while Viewing TV
56 The Smart Hub Screen Composition
Face Recognition
58 Operating Environment
59 Face Registration
59 Face Recognition Login
Using Peripheral Devices
60 Keyboard Connection
60 Keyboard Use
61 Mouse Connection
61 Mouse Use
TV Viewing
TV Viewing
63 Channel List
63 Change Channels
63 Change the Channel List
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Schedule Viewing
64 Channel Schedule Viewing
64 Cancel a Schedule Viewing
64 Edit Schedule List
3D TV
65 Precautions
65 Tips
66 Activating 3D Mode
67 Setting 3D Effects
PIP
Analogue Screen Calibration
69 Fine Tune
TV Settings
Basic Picture Settings
70 Changing the Picture Mode
71 Picture Quality
71 Applying the Current Picture Quality Setting to Another
Input
72 Picture Size
73 Screen Position
73 Picture Off
73 Reset Image Settings
Advanced Settings
Picture Options
Basic Sound Settings
78 Changing the Sound Mode
79 Adjusting the Sound Settings
79 Auto Volume
79 TV Installation Type
79 3D Audio
79 Resetting the Sound
Sound customiser
80 Creating Custom sound
80 Editing Custom Sound
80 Managing Custom Sounds
Speaker Settings
81 Speaker Select
82 Digital Audio Out
82 Samsung Audio Device Connection
Clock and Timer
83 Setting the Time
83 Time Offset
83 Sleep Timer
84 On Timer
85 Off Timer
Screen Protection and Maintenance
86 Eco Solution
87 Screen Burn Protection
87 Pixel Shift
87 Auto Protection Time
88 Scrolling
88 Side Grey
88 Auto Protection Time
Password
89 Change Password
Additional Features
90 Changing the Menu Language
90 Game Mode
90 Precautions and Restrictions
91 BD Wise
91 Menu Transparency
91 Sound Feedback
91 Panel Locking
92 Booting Logo
92 Light Effect
92 Flash Adjustment
92 DivX® Video On Demand
SMART TV Features
Smart Hub
93 Agreements Required to Use Smart Hub
94 Samsung Account
94 Creating a Samsung Account
94 Terms & Conditions, Privacy policy
95 Logging In
95 Linking a Samsung Account to Other Accounts
95 Managing Accounts
96 Reset Smart Hub
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96 Searching
96 Keyword Search
96 Setting Search Scope
96 Sports Mode
Status and Notification
97 Voice Recognition & Motion Control Configuration
97 Samsung Account Configuration
97 Network Configuration
97 Notifications
Social
98 Social Settings
98 Checking the Application
98 Connecting a Service to a Samsung Account
99 Watching Videos
99 Friend Profile
99 Select a friend to call
99 Filters
Apps
100 Precautions
101 Installing Standard Applications
101 Launching an Application
101 Samsung Apps
101 Searching for Apps
101 Installing Applications
102 Apps Management
102 Edit My Apps
102 Deleting Applications
102 Managing Application Folders
103 Application Lock/Unlock
103 Application Update
103 Fitness
103 Creating a Profile
104 Kids
104 Web Browser
104 Social Networks
104 Linking Service Accounts
105 Apps Settings
105 Ticker Autorun
105 Push Notifications
105 Channel-Bound Apps
105 Properties
Photos, Videos & Music
106 Restrictions
107 Supported File Formats
107 USB Device Connection
107 USB Device Removal
107 Playing all the Content on a Storage Device
108 Clearing the Photos, Videos & Music Screen
108 Using Networked External Storage Devices
109 Allowing DLNA Device Connections
109 AllShare
109 Exporting Contents
Video Playback
110 Changing the view mode
110 Playlist Creation
110 Opening a Different File
111 Video Scanning
111 Show Subtitles
112 Additional Video Playback Settings
Music Playback
113 Changing the view mode
113 Playlist Creation
113 Music Scanning
113 Opening a Different File
113 Additional Music Playback Settings
Photo Playback
114 Changing the view mode
114 Slideshow
114 Slideshow Settings
115 Playlist Creation
115 Opening a Different File
115 Background Music
116 Mini Player
116 Additional Photo Playback Settings
Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC)
117 Precautions
118 Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) Setup
118 Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) Use
118 Switching between Anynet+ Devices
119 Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) Device Menu
119 ARC
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Sharing Mobile Device Screens on the TV
120 MHL
120 MHL USE
120 Restrictions
121 Screen Mirroring
121 Mobile Device Connection
Other Information
Support
122 Remote Management
122 What is Remote Support?
123 How Does it Work?
124 e-Manual
124 Self Diagnosis
124 Picture Test
125 Sound Test
125 Voice & Motion Control Environment Check
125 Reset
126 Updating the Software
126 Update now
127 Auto update
127 Usage Mode
127 Support Info
Teletext Feature
Anti-theft Kensington Lock
Display Resolution
130 IBM
130 MAC
131 VESA DMT
132 Picture Size and Input Signal
Supported 3D Resolutions
133 HDMI
133 3D Format: L/R, T/B
133 3D Format: Frame Packing
133 Component
133 Videos / Photos
133 Computer via HDMI
Subtitle and Media Contents file formats, and Codec
134 Subtitle
134 External
134 Internal
135 Supported image resolutions
135 Supported music file formats
136 Video Codec
137 Other Restrictions
137 Video Decoders
137 Audio Decoders
3D Precautions
138 CAUTION
139 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
140 WARRANTY
Licence
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Screen
Sound
3D TV
Aerial (Air / Cable) Connection
Computer Connection
Networking
Miscellaneous
Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC)
Photos, Videos & Music
Apps
Reset the Personal Info and TV settings
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 page 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
Press the button to launch Smart Hub and select Apps, 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.
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
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 SMART TV does not support the HDMI Ethernet Channel.
"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, 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 and PDP 8500 series models, 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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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.
LED 7500 series
LED 8000 and PDP 8500 series

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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)
●Audio
●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
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.
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.

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Audio Output Connection
Refer to the diagram and connect the audio cable to the TV's audio output connector and the device's
audio input connector.
"The connectors names and locations may vary depending on the model.
"The connectors may not be supported depending on the model.
ARC (Audio Return Channel)
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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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
Refer to the diagram and connect the HDMI cable to the TV's HDMI input port and the computer's
HDMI output port.

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HDMI-to-DVI Connection
Refer to the diagram and connect the HDMI-to-DVI cable to the TV's HDMI (DVI) port and the
computer's DVI output port. The HDMI-to-DVI connection is available through the HDMI (DVI) port
only.
DVI cannot carry audio. To listen to the computer sound, connect the external speaker to the
computer’s audio output connector.
"The connectors names and locations may vary depending on the model.

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Smartphone Connection
This SMART TV supports MHL (Mobile High-definition Link) via an MHL cable. MHL makes it possible
to enjoy video, image, and audio files from mobile devices on your TV. However, MHL is only available
through the TV's HDMI (MHL) port and only when used in conjunction with an MHL-enabled mobile
device. Connect the MHL-to-HDMI cable to the TV's HDMI (MHL) port and the mobile device's USB
port.
"Connecting the MHL-to-HDMI cable automatically switches Picture Size to Screen Fit. This setting will not
change automatically if you are using an HDMI adapter. In this case, change the setting manually in the
menu.
"If you are using an HDMI adapter, the TV recognizes the signal as an HDMI signal and may respond
differently than it would to an MHL-to-HDMI cable connection.

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Switching Between Video Sources
Press the SOURCE button to switch between devices connected to the TV.
For example, to switch to a game console connected to the second HDMI connector, press SOURCE
button. From the Source list, select HDMI2. The connector names may vary depending on the product.
Select Tools at the upper-right corner of the Source screen to access the following functions.
●Refresh
Select this if a connected device does not appear in the list. If the list does not show the device
after selecting Refresh, check the status of the TV-to-device connection.
"This function is only available if Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) function is set to On.
●Edit Name
You can rename devices connected to the TV to more easily identify external sources.
With a computer connected to the TV's HDMI (DVI) port via an HDMI cable, for example, you can
change Edit Name to PC.
With a computer connected to the TV's HDMI (DVI) port via an HDMI-to-DVI cable, for example,
you can change Edit Name to DVI PC.
With an AV device connected to the TV's HDMI (DVI) port via an HDMI-to-DVI cable, for
example, you can change Edit Name to DVI Devices.
●Information
View detailed information about the connected devices.
●Disconnect USB Device
Remove the USB device from the list safely. This function is only available when the USB device
selected.
To add a new external device to control it with the Touch Remote Control, press the SOURCE button
and select Universal remote setup on the top right of the screen.
Using the universal remote control, users can control external devices connected to the TV, such as a
settop box, Blu-ray player, and AV receiver.

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Programming
Scan and index available channels.
You can also remove channels from the index, restore removed channels and designate favourites
channels for a more convenient TV viewing experience. Programming is not necessary if you are
connected to a cable receiver.
Auto Tuning
Screen Menu >Broadcasting >Auto Tuning Try Now
Broadcasting
Auto Tuning
Channel List
Schedule Manager
Edit Channel
Edit Favourites
Channel Settings
Channel Lock On
"The displayed image may differ depending on the model.
Automatically scans and indexes all channels received through the TV's aerial input connector.
1.
To start, navigate to Broadcasting and select Auto Tuning.
2.
Select Start when prompted with a message. This initiates the Auto Tuning function. The process
can take up to 30 minutes to complete. If Starting the Auto Tuning function when there is an
existing index of channels overwrites the previous index.
Indonesia or in India
Automatically scans and indexes all channels received through the TV’s aerial input connector.
1.
To start, navigate to Broadcasting and select Auto Tuning.
2.
Select Start on the dialog that appears.
3.
To only scan a specific frequency, set Search Mode to Turbo and enter the desired frequency. To
scan all frequencies, set Search Mode to Full. This scan may take somewhat longer time.

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Channel Settings
Screen Menu >Broadcasting >Channel Settings Try Now
Broadcasting
Auto Tuning
Channel List
Schedule Manager
Edit Channel
Edit Favourites
Channel Settings
Channel Lock On
"The displayed image may differ depending on the model.
"You can set the area.
Area
Screen Menu > Broadcasting > Channel Settings > Area Try Now
Select your country so that the TV can correctly auto-tune the broadcasting channels.
Manual Tuning
Screen Menu >Broadcasting >Channel Settings >Manual Tuning Try Now
Scans for a channel manually and stores in the TV.
"If a channel is locked using the Channel Lock function, the PIN input window appears.
"This function may not be supported depending on the country.
1.
Select the New.
2.
Set the Programme, Colour System, Sound System, Channel and Search.
3.
Select the Store. When scanning has finished, a channel is updated in the channel list.
Channel mode
●P(programme mode)
When tuning is complete, the broadcasting stations in your area have been assigned to position
numbers from P0 to P99. You can select a channel by entering the position number in this mode.
●C(aerial channel mode) / S(cable channel mode)
These two modes allow you to select a channel by entering the assigned number for each aerial
broadcasting station or cable channel.