Samsung Menu – Network

Network StatusPicture Settings on Samsung Smart TVs, menus and available options may vary depending on your Samsung TV model.
This guide is based on the following Samsung model and software version:
Model: UE50HU6905XXE
Software version: T-NT14UDEUC-1034.1, BT-S
Sub-micon Version: T-NT14UDEUS-1107

Press the Menu button on your Samsung remote, the following options are available:
Picture
Sound
Broadcasting
Network
Smart Hub
System
Support

Connecting the TV to the Internet gives you access to online services and SMART features, and lets you update the TV’s software quickly and easily through the Internet.

Connecting a LAN Cable

The TV will not be able to connect to the Internet if the network speed is below 10Mbps.
Use Cat 7 LAN cables to link your TV to the Internet Access Points.
There are three ways to connect the TV to the Internet:

  1. External Modem
  2. IP Router + External Modem
  3. Wall-mounted LAN Outlet

Connecting to a Wired Internet Network Automatically
Network > Network Settings
Automatically connect to an available network.
1. Set the Network Type to Wired, and then select Connect.
2. The TV attempts to connect to an available network. Once successful, you will see a confirmation message. Select OK. If the attempt fails, try again, or connect manually.

Connecting to a Wired Internet Network Manually
Network > Network Settings
With networks that require a static IP address, you will need to enter the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS values manually to connect to the network.
To get these values, contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP).

  1. Set the Network Type to Wired, and then select Connect.
  2. Select Stop when the TV attempts to connect to the network. Once the network connection has been interrupted, select IP Settings.
  3. In the IP Settings screen, set the IP setting to Enter manually, enter the IP Address, Subnet Mask, Gateway, and DNS Server values, and then select OK.
    Use one of the following methods to enter the numerical values.
    Set the numbers using the u and d buttons.
    Press KEYPAD button and enter the numbers directly.
  4. The TV attempts to connect to the network again using the specified settings. A confirmation message appears once a connection is established. Select OK.
    The network connection speed may differ depending on the DNS server settings.
    For details on the DNS server settings, contact your Internet service provider (ISP).

 

Wireless Internet Connection (Wi-Fi)

Connecting to a Wireless Internet Network Automatically
Network > Network Settings
Connect the TV to the Internet via a wireless router. Make sure you have the wireless router’s SSID (name) and security key settings before attempting to connect.
The security key can be found on either the wireless router’s configuration screen or on the router’s casing (sticker).

  1. On the Network Settings screen, set Network Type to Wireless. The TV automatically displays a list of available wireless networks.
  2. Select a network (SSID). If the network you want doesn’t appear in the list, select Add Network, and enter the network’s SSID manually.
  3. Enter the security key and select Done. If the selected network is not security-enabled, the TV attempts to connect right away.
  4. A network connection will be attempted. Once a connection is established, the TV displays a confirmation message. Select OK. If the attempt fails, try again, or connect manually.

Connecting to a Wireless Internet Network Manually
Network > Network Settings
With networks that require a static IP address, you will need to enter the IP address, subnet mask, gateway and DNS values manually to connect to the network. To get the IP address, subnet mask, gateway and DNS values, contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP).

  1. Setting the Network Type to Wireless automatically displays a list of available wireless networks.
  2. Select the network (SSID) you want to connect to. If the wireless router doesn’t appear in the list, select Add Network, and enter the network’s SSID manually.
  3. Enter the security key and select OK. If the selected network is not security-enabled, the TV attempts to connect right away.
  4. Select Stop when the TV attempts to connect to the network. Once the network connection has been interrupted, select IP Settings.
  5. In the IP Settings screen, set the IP setting to Enter manually, enter the IP Address, Subnet Mask, Gateway, and DNS Server values, and then select OK
    Use one of the following methods to enter the numerical values.
    Set the numbers using the u and d buttons.
    Press KEYPAD button and enter the numbers directly.
  6. The TV attempts to connect to the network again using the specified settings. A confirmation message appears once a connection is established. Select OK.
    The network connection speed may differ depending on the DNS server settings.
    For details on the DNS server settings, contact the Internet service provider (ISP).

Connecting to a Wireless Internet Network with WPS
Network > Network Settings
With wireless routers that support WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) or PBC (Push Button Configuration),
it’s possible to press a button on the router to connect the TV to the Internet.
This functionality is not available with wireless routers that do not support WPS. Check to see if your wireless router supports WPS.

  1. Setting the Network Type to Wireless automatically displays a list of available wireless networks.
  2. Select WPS(PBC) and then press the WPS or PBC button located on the wireless router within two minutes.
  3. The TV exchanges the network name (SSID) and security key automatically and then attempts to connect to the Internet. A confirmation message appears once a connection is established. Select OK.

Mobile Network
Availability depends on the specific model and area.
While connecting to the mobile network, some functions might be unavailable.
Insert the Mobile Dongle (sold separately) into the USB port. The Mobile Dongle must be connected to the TV in order to connect to the mobile network.
Auto Ticker is not available when you set up mobile network.

Supported Telecom and Model Name
Vodacom (Model No: K4605)
MTN (Model No: E3131S, E3251)
Safaricom (Model No: E303)

Checking the Internet Connection Status
Network > Network Status
View the current network and Internet status.

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