Samsung UA48J5300AR Guide

E-MANUAL

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Contents

Connecting Antenna and External

devices

Aerial Connection

Video Device Connection

4 HDMI Connection

5 Component Connection

6 External Input Connection

TV Audio through the External Speakers

8 Digital Audio (Optical) Connection

9 Audio Output Connection

Connecting to a Computer

11 Connecting via HDMI Port

12 Connecting with the HDMI (DVI) Port

13 Connecting via Home Network

Connecting with a Mobile Device

15 Mobile Device Screen on TV (Screen Mirroring)

16 Connecting Mobile Devices without a Wireless Router

(Wi-Fi Direct)

17 Connecting via Home Network

17 Name of TV on Network

Input Signal Selection

Using Remote and Peripheral

Devices

Controlling the TV with a Keyboard

19 Connecting a Keyboard

20 Using the Keyboard

Controlling the TV with a Mouse

21 Connecting a Mouse

22 Using the Mouse

Entering Text Using QWERTY

23 Using Additional Functions

Internet Connection

Establishing a Wired Internet Connection

24 Connecting a LAN Cable

25 Connecting to a Wired Internet Network Automatically

25 Connecting to a Wired Internet Network Manually

Establishing a Wireless Internet Connection

27 Connecting to a Wireless Internet Network Automatically

28 Connecting to a Wireless Internet Network Manually

30 Connecting to a Wireless Internet Network with WPS

Troubleshooting Internet Connectivity Issues

31 Troubleshooting Wired Internet Connectivity Issues

33 Troubleshooting Wireless Internet Connectivity Issues

Mobile Network

Checking the Internet Connection Status

Smart Features

Smart Hub

37 Testing Smart Hub connections

38 Opening the Home Screen

39 Moving to the Panel Screen

39 Using the Smart Hub Tutorial

39 Resetting Smart Hub

Using Smart Hub with Samsung Account

40 Creating a Samsung Account

41 Creating a Samsung Account using a Facebook Account

42 Signing into Samsung Account

43 Linking My Samsung and App Accounts

44 Changing and Adding Information to Samsung Account

44 Deleting All Samsung Accounts from the TV

45 Using Pop-Up Menu Functions

46 Installing an App

47 Default Apps

48 Using Web Browser

51 Rearranging Apps on the SAMSUNG APPS Screen

51 Removing an App from the TV

52 Rating/Reviewing an App

52 Updating an App

53 SAMSUNG APPS Features

Playing Photos, Videos, and Music

54 Playing Media Contents from a USB Device

55 Playing Multimedia Content Saved in a Computer/Mobile

Device

57 Buttons and Functions Available while Viewing Photos

58 Buttons and Functions Available while Watching Video

60 Buttons and Functions Available while Playing Music

61 Functions on the Media Content List Screen

TV Viewing

Setting Up a Schedule Viewing

62 Setting Up Schedule Viewing

63 Managing the Schedule Viewing List

Using the Channel List

Registering, Removing, and Editing Channels

65 Registering and Removing Channels

66 Editing Registered Channels

66 Enabling/Disabling Password Protection on Channels

66 Changing Numbers

66 Locking/ Unlocking Channels

Creating a Personal Favourites List

67 Registering a Channel as Favourites

68 Viewing Favourites List Channels Only

68 Editing a Favourites List

Adding Realism to Sports

71 Enabling Cricket Mode

TV-Viewing Support Features

72 PIP Broadcast Viewing

73 Scanning for Available Channels

Using the Channel Settings

74 Country (Area)

74 Manual Tuning

75 Fine-Tuning the Screen

II III

Picture and Sound Settings

Changing the Picture Mode and Adjusting the Picture

Quality

76 Choosing the Right Picture Mode for the Viewing

Environment

77 Adjusting the Picture Quality for Each Picture Mode

78 Fine-Tuning Each Picture Mode (Advanced Settings)

80 Adjusting the Picture for Easier Viewing (Picture Options)

Picture Support Functions

82 PIP Broadcast Viewing

83 Changing the Picture Size and Position

84 Listening to Audio Only with the Screen Turned Off

(Picture Off)

84 Resetting the Picture Mode Settings

Changing the Sound Mode and Using Sound Effects

85 Choosing the Right Sound Mode for the Environment

86 Using Sound Effects

Sound Support Functions

87 Selecting Speakers

87 Designating the TV's Installation Type

88 Enabling the Sound (Additional Settings)

88 Resetting All Sound Settings

General

Setting the Time and Using the Timer

89 Setting the Current Time

90 Using the Timers

Using the Screen Burn Protection and Energy Saving

Features

92 Preventing Screen Burn

92 Using Energy Saving Features

Using Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC)

93 Setting Up Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC)

Using the e-Manual

94 Launching the e-Manual

94 Additional e-Manual Features

95 Updating the e-Manual to the Latest Version

Updating the Software

96 Updating Software over the Internet

96 Updating Software using a USB connection

97 Enabling Automatic Software Updates

Using Other Functions

98 Enabling the High Contrast

98 Adjusting the Menu Transparency

TV-Viewing Support Features

99 Expanding the Smart Hub's Focus Area

99 Changing the Menu Language

99 Using the Indian Cinema Mode

100 Using the Joy Plus Feature function

100 Story Replay

101 screen capture

101 sound recording

102 Restrictions

102 Checking Notifications

103 Setting Up a Password

103 Enabling Game Mode

103 Locking/Unlocking the Panel Keys

103 Showing/Hiding the Samsung Logo while Booting

104 Registering the TV as a DivX-Certified Device (Watching

Paid DivX Movies)

105 Restoring the TV to the Factory Settings

105 Turning the TV into a Display Model (for retail stores)

Teletext Feature

Troubleshooting

Getting Support

108 Support through Remote Management

109 Finding the Information You Need for Service

There is a problem with the screen

110 Testing the Picture

I can't hear the sound clearly

113 Testing the Sound

There is a problem with the broadcast.

The computer won't connect.

I can't connect to the Internet.

Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) isn't working.

I am having trouble launching/using apps.

My file won't play.

I want to reset the TV.

Other Issues

Notes and Precautions

Read Before Using SAMSUNG APPS

Web Browser Restrictions

Photo, Video, and Music File Limitations

122 Storage Device File Transfers

123 Supported External Subtitles

123 Supported Internal Subtitles

124 Supported Image Formats and Resolutions

124 Supported Music Formats and Codecs

125 Supported Video Codecs

Read After Installing the TV

127 Picture Sizes and Input Signals

127 Installing an Anti-Theft Kensington Lock

128 Read Before Setting Up a Wireless Internet Connection

Read Before Connecting a Computer (Supported

Resolutions)

129 LED 4 series

131 LED 5 series

133 Supported Resolutions for Video Signals

Licence

Glossary

IV V

Aerial Connection

"Availability depends on the specific model and area.

Before connecting any external devices and cables to the TV, first verify the model number. A sticker

containing the model number is attached to the back of the TV. The connection method varies

depending on the model.

An aerial must be connected to the TV in order to receive broadcast signals.

"An aerial connection is not necessary when a cable box or satellite receiver is used.

Connect the correct aerial cable according to your viewing environment to the TV's aerial connector, as

shown in the diagram.

Connecting Antenna and External devices

2 3

Video Device Connection

Your TV has a variety of connectors for video input from external devices such as cable boxes, satellite

receivers, 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

●External Input

Connect a 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 picture quality.

"The number of connectors and their names and locations may vary depending on the model.

"Refer to the external device's operating manual when connecting it to the TV. The number of external device

connectors and their names and locations may vary depending on the manufacturer.

HDMI Connection

Before connecting any external device or cable to the TV, first verify the TV's model number. A

sticker containing the model number is attached to the back of the TV. The connection method varies

depending on the model.

The following types of HDMI cables are recommended:

●High-Speed HDMI Cable

●High-Speed HDMI Cable with Ethernet

HDMI cables have certain requirements:

"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 with coaxial

cables standardized by the IEEE.

Refer to the diagram and connect the HDMI cable to the video device's HDMI output connector and the

TV's HDMI input connector.

"The number of connectors and their names and locations may vary depending on the model.

Once the connection has been made, you will be able to select the connected external device using

the SOURCE button.

4 5

Component Connection

Before connecting any external devices and cables to the TV, first verify the model number of the

TV you purchased. A sticker containing the model number is attached to the back of the TV. The

connection method varies depending on the model.

Refer to the diagram and connect the Component AV cable to the TV's component input connectors

and the device’s component output connectors.

Make sure the cable colours match the connector colours.

Once the connection has been made, you will be able to select the connected external device using

the SOURCE button.

External Input Connection

Before connecting any external device or cable to the TV, first verify the TV's model number. A

sticker containing the model number is attached to the back of the TV. The connection method varies

depending on the model.

Refer to the diagram and connect the AV cable to the TV's AV input connectors and the device's AV

output connectors.

If you are using the TV's AV 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.

Once the connection has been made, you will be able to select the connected external device using

the SOURCE button.

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