How to set up Smart TV on Samsung TV, Sony, Philips, Lg, Saturn
Smart TV technology on TVs is gaining popularity. Thanks to the advanced functionality, the user can not only watch TV on TV, but also play 3D games, communicate in real time, view streaming video online. To use all the features of Smart TV, immediately after purchase, you need to connect the device to the world wide web. In the review we will pay attention, how to properly set up smart tv on samsung tv, what problems the user may face, and ways to solve them.
There are several options for connecting Samsung to the World Wide Web. Let's look at each of them in more detail.
Wired connection via LAN connector
Connect to the Internet via a local wired network, using a router. This option requires a cable (vita couple) and a LAN connector on a Samsung TV. The port is located on the back of the panel.
If the router, configured for DHCP settings, connect the LAN cable, then the installation is complete. Otherwise, the user must perform the following actions:
- connect the cable to the appropriate port;
- in the "Network settings" section, go to the "Cable" option and specify the IP address (based on the settings of the provider), subnet mask, gateway value, DNS.
Wi-Fi connection
New models of equipment are equipped with built-in Wi-Fi modules. In its absence, the user acquires a special wireless network adapter. Samsung WIS12ABGNX - popular equipment, which is compatible with the TV lineup above 2012 year. The connection is made directly via a USB connector.
If the wireless network is not configured, you need to buy a router and configure it, based on the parameters of the provider. You can do that 2 ways.
- Manually. In the TV series below 6 to install the Internet, select the "Network" / "Settings" / "Type" icon on the left. From the network connection types, go to the "Cable" or "Wireless" tab.
- Automatically. In this case, you do not need to enter the basic parameters, and specify the "Receive automatically" option. The system will connect itself and offer to select from the list of found wireless connections. The user enters a unique code.
Council! With weak wireless response Wi-Fi, diagnose Samsung TVs with Inssider, using another connection channel. You will also need a special troubleshooting algorithm, if the TV does not connect via Wi-Fi at all.
The last step in setting up an online Smart TV service
When you connect to the Internet, you see a connection to the WAN on the monitor screen. For the final step, you need to configure the Smart Hub service. To do this, follow these steps:
- go to the main menu and select the "Support" option;
- activate the Smart Hub feature;
- start the installed system browser.
Use to connect Plug Access technologies, WPS
Next we will consider, how to quickly connect smart tv to tv using wps and plug access.
To connect via WPS you need, that the TV and the router support this technology. Follow these steps:
- select the WPS option in the TV settings;
- on the router, click on the button with the same name;
- wait for the system to respond and display the connection result.
To use the innovative Plug Access technology, developed by Samsung, you need to make sure, that your device supports this feature. Follow the sequence:
- connect a flash drive or other drive to the router;
- when the indicator light starts blinking, remove the flash drive;
- after connecting the equipment to the USB port of the TV;
- wait a while, when the system automatically configures;
- remove the drive.
After these simple steps, the user can use the features of Smart TV.
Distinctive features of setting up Smart TV technology for other brands
Consider the settings of the Smart TV function on devices from other popular manufacturers.
- Lg. If you do not have a built-in adapter for wireless TV connection, before setting up Smart TV, connect to the Internet, using cable and modem. In the main menu, select Home / Setting / "Network" / "Network Connection". Otherwise, Smart TV on lg TV is configured via Wi-Fi. After the previous steps, select "connect". In the "Network List" window, find the name of the access point. After entering a unique password, the lg TV will automatically set up.
- Phillips. To install Smart TV with a cable go to the main menu on the TV P You can press the button with the image of the house Home on the remote control. Go to "Configuration" / "Network connection". Choose the type of connection. If all the steps are done correctly, the Philips system will display a successful connection message.
- Sony. On Soni TVs, Smart TV is set up via a router, using a Wi-Fi connection. Go to settings, by pressing the Home button on the remote control. Select "Settings" / "Network" / "Settings". From the connection methods, specify "Simple", using the wizard prompts.
- Saturn. If the equipment supports Smart TV technology, you must first connect the device to the Internet, and then follow the next steps, similar to other brands.
After installing Smart TV, the next step is to tune the channels. How to do it right? Learn the algorithm for your LG TV brand, Sony, Philips.
Typical problems and their solutions
There may be various problems when setting up Smart TV, as a result of which it is impossible to establish a connection to the World Wide Web or the image is broadcast incorrectly. Consider some of them.
| Incorrect adapter settings | set up the internet manually;
if possible, use the WPS system on TV and router, connect to TV automatically. |
| No internet connection | Restart the bluetooth adapter or telly - turn off and repeat the settings |
| Blurry image when watching videos. Obstacles appear | The reason may be the low data rate and weak processor of the router. To solve the problem, you need to replace the equipment with more powerful and increase the Internet speed of the provider. |
| No internet connection | Update the device firmware:
select "Support"; go to the "Updates" tab; select the "Online" option; go to the firmware site; the system will offer the latest software; click "Ok". |
| Website pages take a long time to load | check the location of the router. Place the equipment at close range;
increase the speed of data transmission to the Internet. |
| The device turns itself on and off | update the firmware;
fix the socket better; check the hardware settings |
pay attention! To make the Samsung TV work smoothly, recommended internet speed more 10-20 Mbit per second.
To use Smart features, you need to connect the TV to the Internet. Using our recommendations, you can connect and configure Smart TV yourself on your Samsung device.
