Samsung Television HU8550 User Manual
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1415 Connecting to a Computer You can connect a computer directly to the TV using an HDMI or DVI to HDMI cable and use the TV as a monitor. You can also connect the TV to a computer via your home network and access media files saved on the computer on the TV screen. The kinds of connections you can make are listed below. To use the TV as a Computer Monitor ●Connect through the HDMI Port using an HDMI cable. You can connect the computer to the TV using an HDMI cable and display the computer screen on the TV. ●Connect though the HDMI (DVI) port using a DVI to HDMI cable. You can connect a computer to the TV by connecting the computer's DVI port to the TV's HDMI (DVI) port with a DVI to HDMI cable and display the computer screen on the TV. To Access Media Files on a Computer and View or Play Them on the TV ●Connect Through Samsung Link. Quickly access photo, video, and music files saved on a computer on which Samsung Link software is installed, even if you do not connect the TV directly to the computer. ●Connect Through DLNA Using Your Home Network. Quickly access photo, video, and music files saved on a computer by connecting the TV and the computer to the same router or AP. ●Connecting via Samsung Smart View 2.0 " Availability depends on the model. By installing and running the Smart View 2.0 on the PC, you can view the TV screen on the PC, or play the multimedia content (videos, photos, and music) saved on the PC. Also, you can enter text on your Smart TV using the keyboard connected to your PC. You can also control the TV from the PC.
16 Connecting Through the HDMI Port For an HDMI connection, we recommend one of the following HDMI cable types: ●High-Speed HDMI Cable ●High-Speed HDMI Cable with Ethernet " Use an HDMI cable with a thickness of 0.55 inches (14mm) 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. "Many computer graphics adaptors do not have HDMI ports, but have DVI ports instead. If your computer graphics adaptor has a DVI port, use a DVI to HDMI cable to connect the computer to the TV. For more information, refer to " Connecting With a DVI to HDMI Cable". "Try a cable shorter than 3M to get the next best UHD viewing quality. "HDCP 2.2 is supported only by the TV's HDMI (MHL) port. HDCP is short for "High bandwidth Digital Content Protection" and is used for video copyright protection. Refer to the diagram and connect an HDMI cable to the computer's HDMI output connector and the TV's HDMI input connector. " The number of ports, and their names and locations may vary depending on the model. Once the connection has been made, press the SOURCE button to select the connected external device.
1617 Connecting With a DVI to HDMI Cable If the graphics adapter of your computer does not support the HDMI interface, connect the computer to the TV with a DVI (Digital Visual Interactive) to HDMI cable. Note that the DVI to HDMI connection is only supported by the HDMI (DVI) port and does not support audio signal transmission. To listen to the computer sound, connect external speakers to the computer’s audio output connector. " For the resolutions supported by the TV, refer to " Read Before Connecting a Computer (Supported Resolutions) ". Refer to the diagram and connect the DVI to HDMI cable to the TV's HDMI (DVI) port and the computer's DVI output port. Once the connection has been made, press the SOURCE button to select the connected external device.
18 Connecting Through Samsung Link Quickly access photo, video, and music files saved on a computer on which Samsung Link software is installed. In addition, using Samsung Link, you can view or play the content of a computer which is registered with Samsung Link through your Samsung account, even if the computer and the TV are not connected to the same router or AP. 11 On a computer, navigate to the Samsung content and service portal (http://link.samsung.com), and then sign into your Samsung account. " To install the Samsung Link desktop software, you need to sign into your Samsung account. If you don't have a Samsung account, create one first. 21 Install the Samsung Link desktop software. When the installation is complete, the computer will be registered with Samsung Link. 31 Specify a folder on the computer to connect to the TV. You can view or play the photo, video, and music files in the specified folder on the TV. For more information about playing or viewing multimedia content, refer to the " Playing Multimedia Content Saved on a Computer/Mobile Device " section. " For more information about using the Samsung Link desktop software, refer to the Help section of the Samsung Link software. Connecting Through DLNA Using Your Home Network Quickly access and play photo, video, and music files stored on a computer on the TV. 11 Connect the TV and the computer to the same router or AP. Once you connect them to the same router or AP, a home network is configured. " DLNA is the technology that lets TV's, computers, and mobile devices connected to one wired or wireless router share content. 21 On the computer, select [Control Panel] > [Network and Internet] > [Network and Sharing Center] > [Change advanced sharing settings], and then select [Choose media streaming options...] to activate media streaming. 31 From the list, set the TV to [Allowed]. 41 Launch Windows Media Player on a computer. Select [Settings] > [Library Management], and then add the location where photo, video, and music files are saved to play them on the TV. For more information about playing content, refer to " Playing Multimedia Content Saved on a Computer/ Mobile Device" section. " Alternatively, you can move the files to the default folder specified by Windows Media Player, and then play or view them on the TV. "As long as File Sharing is activated, unauthorized access may occur. When you do not need to access data, disable File Sharing.
1819 Connecting via Samsung Smart View 2.0 "Availability depends on the model. By installing and running the Smart View 2.0 on the PC, you can view the TV screen on the PC, or play the multimedia content (videos, photos, and music) saved on the PC. Also, you can enter text on your Smart TV using the keyboard connected to your PC. You can also control the TV from the PC. Download a Smart View 2.0 from the webpage (http://www.samsung.com/smartview2) and install it on your PC. " Your PC and Smart TV must be connected on the same network. "You can access an Install and Connect guide for user for further information. Navigate to Network Device (Smart Hub > MULTIMEDIA > Network Device) and select Connect to a Mobile Device. Connecting To a Mobile Device You can connect a mobile device such as a smartphone or tablet directly to the TV, or connect it to the network and display the mobile device's screen or play its content on the TV. The kinds of connections you can make are listed below. ●Connect Using an MHL to HDMI cable Connect the USB port of the mobile device and the HDMI port of the TV with an MHL to HDMI cable to view the mobile device's screen on the TV screen. ●Connect by Mirroring the Mobile Device's Screen on the TV (Screen Mirroring) Wirelessly connect the TV and the mobile device with the mirroring function. You can view the mobile device's screen on the TV screen. " This option is available only on a mobile device that supports the mirroring function. ● Connect Mobile Devices without a Wireless Router (Wi-Fi Direct) Wi-Fi Direct enables you to connect the TV and the mobile device without a router or AP. Quickly access and play photo, video, and music files in the connected mobile device on the TV. " This option is available only on a mobile device that supports the Wi-Fi Direct function. ● Connect Through Samsung Link Samsung Link enables you to play photo, video, and music files saved on a Samsung Link- enabled mobile device easily, without the need for a connection to the TV. ●Connect Through DLNA Using Your Home Network You can conveniently play photo, video, and music files saved on a mobile device by connecting the mobile device and the TV to the same router or AP. ●Connecting via Samsung Smart View 2.0 By installing and running the Smart View 2.0 on the mobile device, you can view the TV screen on the mobile device, or play the device's multimedia content (videos, photos, and music) on the TV. Also, you can write texts and control your Smart TV by using the mobile device.
20 Connecting With an MHL to HDMI Cable MHL (Mobile High-definition Link) lets you display a mobile device’s screen on the 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. For information on configuring MHL on your mobile device, refer to the device's User Manual. " 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 settings 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. "HDCP 2.2 is supported only by the TV's HDMI (MHL) port. HDCP is short for "High bandwidth Digital Content Protection" and is used for video copyright protection. Refer to the diagram and connect the MHL-to-HDMI cable to the TV's HDMI (MHL) port and the mobile device's USB port. Once the connection has been made, press the SOURCE button to select the connected external device.
2021 Screen Mirroring MENU > Network > Screen Mirroring Try Now Wirelessly connect a mirroring-enabled mobile device to the TV and play the video and audio files stored on the device on the TV. Mirroring refers to the function that plays the video and audio files located on a mobile device on a TV and on the mobile device simultaneously. " To use the Screen Mirroring function, the mobile device must support a mirroring function such as AllShare Cast or Screen Mirroring. To check whether your mobile device supports the mirroring function, please visit the mobile device manufacturer's website. "The video or audio may intermittently stop depending on network conditions. Connecting via a mobile device 11 On the mobile device, run Screen Mirroring . The mobile device searches for available devices to connect to. 21 In the search result list, select the TV. The TV displays a pop-up at the top of the screen. 31 In the pop-up, select Allow to connect the mobile device. " All previously allowed mobile devices will automatically connect without needing approval. "If you select Deny, the device cannot connect. In addition, you are setting the device's connection status to Deny and it will not be able to connect in the future unless you change its connection status. To change the connection status of a denied device, Navigate to Network > Screen Mirroring > Device Manager , select the device, and then select Allow.
22 Connecting by Automatically Allowing the Connection 11 Navigate to Network > Screen Mirroring, and then select Screen Mirroring. The Screen Mirroring function starts. You can also start screen mirroring by pressing the SOURCE button on your remote, and then selecting Screen Mirroring from the list at the top of the screen. 21 Launch Screen Mirroring on your mobile device. The device searches for available devices. 31 Select the TV from the list. The TV automatically allows the connection and the device connects. " If the mobile device cannot connect, try turning the TV off and on. Managing the Connection Status of Previously Connected Mobile Devices "This function is only available if devices have previously connected to the TV or have previously attempted to connect and been denied. 11 Navigate to Network > Screen Mirroring > Device Manager . The TV displays a list of devices that have previously connected to the TV or have tried to connect to the TV and been denied. The status of the connection (Allow/Deny) is also displayed. 21 Select a device. A pop-up appears. 31 In the pop-up, you can select Allow connection, Deny connection, or Delete the device from the list.
2223 Connecting Mobile Devices without a Wireless Router (Wi-Fi Direct) Navigate to MENU > Network > Wi-Fi Direct Try Now You can connect a mobile device with the Wi-Fi Direct feature directly to the TV without using a wireless router or AP. By connecting a mobile device to the TV through Wi-Fi Direct, you can play photo, video, and music files saved on the mobile device on the TV. " This option is available only on a mobile device that supports the Wi-Fi Direct function. Please check if your mobile device supports Wi-Fi Direct. "The video or audio may intermittently stop depending on network conditions. 11 Enable Wi-Fi Direct on the mobile device, and then navigate to Network and select Wi-Fi Direct on the TV. The TV automatically scans for and displays a list of available devices. The TV's name also appears on the mobile device. 21 Select the device from the list to initiate a connection. If a connection request is made by the TV, a permission message appears on the mobile device and vice versa. 31 Allow the connection. The TV and mobile device connect. For more information on the multimedia content, refer to the " Playing Multimedia Content Saved on a Computer/Mobile Device " section. Connecting Through Samsung Link Samsung Link lets you play the photo, video, and music files saved on a Samsung Link-enabled mobile device. In addition, using Samsung Link, you can play the content of a mobile device, which is registered to Samsung Link through your Samsung account, even if the mobile device and the TV are not connected to the same router or AP. 11 Run the Samsung Link app on the mobile device, and then sign in to your Samsung account. " To use Samsung Link, you have to sign in to your Samsung account. If you don't have a Samsung account, create one first. 21 Access and play photo, video, and music files saved on the mobile device. For more information about playing multimedia content, refer to the " Playing Multimedia Content Saved on a Computer/ Mobile Device" section. " For more information about using the Samsung Link mobile software, refer to the Help section of the software.
24 Connecting Through DLNA Using Your Home Network Quickly access and play photo, video, and music files stored on a mobile device on the TV. 11 Connect both the TV and the mobile device to the same router or AP. Once you connect them to a single router or AP, a home network is configured. " DLNA is the technology that lets TV's, computers, and mobile devices connected to one wired or wireless router share content. 21 Enable File Sharing on the mobile device. You can play the content shared on the mobile device on the TV. For more information about playing multimedia content, refer to the " Playing Multimedia Content Saved on a Computer/Mobile Device" section. " As long as File Sharing is active, unauthorized access can occur. When you do not need to access data, disable File Sharing. Connecting via Samsung Smart View 2.0 By installing and running the Smart View 2.0 app on the mobile device, you can view the device screen on the TV, or play the device's multimedia content (videos, photos, and music) on the TV. Also, you can send text messages or control your Smart TV by using the mobile device. Go to SAMSUNG APPS , Google Play and App Store search for and install Smart View 2.0 on your mobile device. " The mobile device and your Smart TV must be connected with each other in the same network. "You can access an Install and Connect guide for user for further information. Navigate to Network Device (Smart Hub > MULTIMEDIA > Network Device) and select Connect to a Mobile Device. Specifying the Name of the TV on a Network MENU > Network > Device Name Try Now Choose or specify a name for the TV that will appear on mobile devices and laptop computers. 11 Select Device Name from the Network menu, and then choose a name from the list that appears. Alternatively, select User Input to enter a name manually. 21 Check the name from a mobile device or laptop computer.