Smart Hub > Open Smart Hub
With Smart Hub, you can surf the web, download apps, and stay in touch with family and friends through social networking services. In addition, you can use photo, video, and music files stored on external storage devices.
Some Smart Hub services are paid services. To purchase such a service, the service provider account or Samsung Apps TV account (Samsung account) is required.
Make sure the TV is connected to the Internet. The TV must be connected to the Internet in order to use Smart Hub.
Some features of Smart Hub require an Internet connection and may not be available depending on the service provider, language, or region.
To use Smart Hub, you must agree to the end user agreement and privacy policy. Otherwise, you will not be able to access the features and services related to them.
You can view the entire content of the Terms & Policy by navigating to Smart Hub > Terms & Policy. If you don’t wish to use Smart Hub anymore, you can withdraw the agreement.
Smart Hub service outages can be caused by disruptions in your Internet service.
Testing Smart Hub connections
Support > Self Diagnosis > Smart Hub Connection Test
If Smart Hub is not functioning, navigate to Support > Self Diagnosis > Smart Hub Connection Test.
Diagnose the problem by checking the internet connection, your ISP, the Samsung server and the Samsung Apps panels.
Opening the Home Screen
Press the button while watching TV to open the Home Screen.
On the Home Screen, search through favourite apps, channels or sources and access previously run or frequently used functions.
You can configure the TV to automatically open the Home Screen when it turns on. Navigate to Smart Hub
> Home Screen Settings, and set Auto Start to On.
Setting your favourite item
1. Press the button to open the Home Screen, and move to a desired item.
2. Press and hold the touchpad. The Options menu appears.
3. In the Options menu, select Add to Favourites to add the selected item to the favourite list, which will move top of the list.
To delete a favourite item, select it and tap and hold the touchpad to display the context menu. Then, select Remove from Favourites.
Deleting browsing history
1. Press the button while watching TV to open the Home Screen, and select Clear All. You will be asked to confirm your selection.
2. Select Yes on the screen. Your browsing history is deleted completely.
However, the Favourites list items will not be deleted.
You can also delete your browsing history by selecting Clear All in the Smart Hub > Home Screen Settings menu.
Moving to the Panel Screen
Press the button to open the Home Screen, and select the Panel icon. On the Panel screen for each service panel, the following are available:
(Usability depends on the specific model and local region)
- Games
Navigate to Smart Hub > Games to confirm the optimising game apps for Smart TV and detailed information on Smart Hub. This makes it easier to download and play games. In addition, you can manage games that you have downloaded or purchased with your Samsung Account. - SAMSUNG APPS
You can enjoy variety of free and paid news, sports, weather, and gaming apps on the TV as you would on a smart phone or tablet. - On TV
You can view the current programmes on TV at a glance and view the Programme Recommendations by Channel and Programme Recommendations by Time from the programmes
that will be broadcasted. In addition, you can watch recorded videos. - FILMS AND TV SHOWS
You can directly purchase and view a movie or TV programme through the app provided by Smart Hub without connecting an external video source such as a DVD or Blu-ray player. - MULTIMEDIA
You can play back photo, video, and music files from an external storage device or watch recorded videos.
Using the Smart Hub Tutorial
Support > Smart Hub Tutorial
From the Support menu, select Smart Hub Tutorial. This will familiarise yourself with the basics of Smart Hub and panels.
Resetting Smart Hub
Smart Hub > Reset Smart Hub
Reset all saved information relating to Samsung accounts and linked service accounts, as well as Smart Hub service agreements and applications.
Using Smart Hub with Samsung Account
Creating a Samsung Account
Smart Hub > Samsung Account
Some Smart Hub services are paid services. To purchase such a service, the service provider account or Samsung Apps TV account (Samsung account) is required.
You can create a Samsung Account using your email address.
To create a Samsung Account, you must agree to the Samsung Account end user agreement and privacy policy. Otherwise, you cannot create a Samsung Account.
You can view the entire content of the agreement by navigating to Smart Hub > Samsung Account > Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy.
Alternatively, you can create a Samsung Account at http://content.samsung.com. You can use one ID for both the TV and the website
Creating a Samsung Account using Sign Up Samsung Account Menu
1. Navigate to Smart Hub > Samsung Account > Create Account and select Create a Samsung account. Account – Create
2. Agree to use a Samsung Account and select Next.
3. Create a Samsung Account according to the instructions on the Create Account screen.
Once a Samsung Account is created, you will be automatically logged in to Smart Hub.
Creating a Samsung Account using a Facebook Account
A Facebook user can easily obtain necessary information from Facebook and create a Samsung Account.
1. Navigate to Smart Hub > Samsung Account and select Log In.
2. Select + and select the Create with Facebook.
3. Enter your Facebook ID and password and select Sign In.
4. Agree to use a Samsung Account and select Next.
5. Create a Samsung Account according to the instructions on the Create Account screen. Once a Samsung Account is created, you will be automatically signed in.
If you create a Samsung Account using your Facebook account, they are automatically linked.
Signing into Samsung Account
Smart Hub > Samsung Account > Log In
Logging into and Saving a Samsung Account
If you haven’t logged into your Samsung Account on the TV, you must save your Samsung Account on the TV.
1. Navigate to Smart Hub > Samsung Account and select Log In.
2. Select + and select Sign In.
3. Enter your ID and password and then select Sign In.
Check the Sign me in automatically option if you wish to log into Smart Hub automatically.
If you forgot your password, select Reset password to receive password reset instructions via email.
4. Select an image to be used as the profile picture. The Samsung Account has been saved on the TV.
5. Select Done to log into your Samsung Account.
Easily Logging Into Your Samsung Account Saved on the TV
1. Navigate to Smart Hub > Samsung Account and select Log In.
2. Choose your Samsung Account and select Sign In.
3. Using the login method configured for the selected Samsung Account, log into your Samsung Account.
Linking My Samsung and App Accounts
Smart Hub > Samsung Account > Link Service Accounts
Linking your Samsung Account to accounts of apps installed on the TV lets you automatically log into your linked app accounts when you log into your Samsung Account. For example, you can download the Facebook app and link your Facebook account to your Samsung Account. In this case, logging into your Samsung Account then automatically logs you into your Facebook account as well. To use Link Service Accounts, you must first log into your Samsung Account.
Linking an App Account
1. Navigate to Smart Hub > Samsung Account and select Link Service Accounts. A list of apps that can be linked to your Samsung Account is shown.
2. Select an app from the list. The Link to other accounts window appears on the screen.
3. Enter the current ID and password of the app to log in. When the login is complete, the app account is linked to the Samsung Account.
Disconnecting a Linked Account
1. Navigate to Smart Hub > Samsung Account, select Link Service Accounts. Select an app to unlink.
2. A confirmation dialog box appears. Select Yes to unlink the app.
Changing & Adding Information to Samsung Account
Smart Hub > Samsung Account
Using the Samsung Account menu, you can manage your Samsung Account.
To change the account information, you must be logged into your Samsung Account.
1. Navigate to Smart Hub > Samsung Account and select Edit profile.
2. Enter the password and then select Done. The edit profile screen appears.
The profile editing screen provides the following features.
Changing Profile Image
If you select Edit Profile Picture on the login screen, you can change the profile image.
Registering Your Face to Samsung Account
If you select Register face on the login screen, you can register your face to your Samsung Account. The registered face is used by the Sign-in Method.
This is available only if the optional TV camera is connected to the TV.
Choosing a Samsung Account Login Method for TV
Select Sign-in Method on the login screen and choose a login method. You can determine how to log into the TV with the saved Samsung Account.
Setting Auto Login
Check the Sign me in automatically option if you wish to log into Smart Hub automatically.
Entering Basic User Information
You can enter your given name, surname, and date of birth.
Receiving e-mail about Samsung services
You can determine whether to receive e-mail about Samsung services. Containing the latest information.
Deleting All Samsung Accounts from the TV
Smart Hub > Samsung Account > Remove Accounts from TV
Navigate to Smart Hub > Samsung Account and select Remove Accounts from TV. The account and password information saved on the TV is deleted, and the account information of any linked apps are also deleted.
To delete your account information, you must be signed in with your Samsung Account.
Using the Games Panel
Actual menu screen may differ depending on the TV model. This service or some of functions of it may be not available in some countries or region.
Navigate to Smart Hub > Games to confirm the optimising game apps for Smart TV and detailed information on Smart Hub. This makes it easier to download and play games.
In addition, you can manage games that you have downloaded or purchased with your Samsung Account.
Before you use the Games panel, check if the TV is connected to the Internet. The TV must be connected to the Internet in order to use the Games panel.
To use the Games panel, you must log into your Samsung Account.
Using Pop-Up Menu Functions
In the Games panel, move the focus to a desired game and press and hold the Enter button. The following functions are available:
- Downloading/Deleting a Game
Downloads or deletes the game from the TV. - Viewing Detail Information of the Game
Displays detailed information of the selected game.
Installing and Running a Game
When the TV’s internal memory is insufficient, you can install a game on a USB device. You can play a game installed on a USB device only when the USB device is connected to the TV.
If the USB device is disconnected during a game playing, the game is terminated. The game installed on the USB device cannot be played on a different TV, or a PC.
Quickly Installing Games
1. Select All Games from the Games panel, navigate to a game from the list and press and hold the Enter button.
On the All Games screen, select the button to view the guide about the game controller.
On the All Games screen, select the button and select a desired sorting criterion. Then, the items in the list are accordingly rearranged.
2. In the pop-up menu, select Download. The selected game is installed on the TV.
Installing an App in the Detailed Game Information Screen
1. On the Games panel screen, select a game you wish to install. If you cannot find a desired game, select All Games at the bottom of the screen.
On the All Games screen, select the button to view the guide about the game controller.
On the All Games screen, select the button and select a sorting criteria. The games are sorted according to the criteria.
2. On the detailed information page of the selected game, select Download. When installation is complete, the installation complete window appears.
Launching a Game
To run an installed game, select Play on the detailed game information screen.
Managing Downloaded or Purchased Games
In Smart Hub, move to the Games panel and select My Page at the bottom of the screen.
On the My Page screen, select the button to view the game controller guide.
On the My Page screen, select the button and select a desired sorting criterion. This rearranges the list accordingly.
Updating a Game
Select Update Games at top of the My Page screen to update games installed on the TV.
The Update Games appears only when there is a game that needs to be updated.
To update games automatically, select the button at top of the My Page and set the Auto Update games to On. Games will then be updated automatically when an update becomes available.
Removing a Game
1. Press the button at top of the My Page screen and select Delete.
2. Select all of the games you wish to remove. To select all games, select Select All.
3. When the selection is complete, select Delete.
Navigate the game you wish to remove and press and hold the Enter button. Then you can easily remove the game.
Rating/Sharing/Reviewing a Game
You can rate or share the game through a social network service or send a review to the developer on the detailed information screen.
You can rate / share / review a game only when the game has installed on the TV.
Using SAMSUNG APPS Panel
Actual menu screen may differ depending on the TV model. This service or some of functions of it may be not available in some countries or region.
Smart Hub offers a variety of free news, sports, weather, and gaming content you can install directly on your TV the same way as you would on a smartphone or tablet.
Before you use SAMSUNG APPS, make sure the TV is connected to the Internet. Your TV must be connected to the Internet in order to use SAMSUNG APPS.
Launching Smart Hub for the first time installs the default apps automatically. The default apps may differ depending on the region.
Using Pop-Up Menu Functions
Move the focus to an app and press and hold the Enter button. You can use the following functions:
Move
Relocates the selected app.
Delete
Removes the selected app.
Delete Multiple
Removes multiple apps at once.
View Details
Move to the detailed information of the selected app.
Change view
You can change view mode sort by Custom view or Most Played.
Lock/Unlock
You can lock or unlock a selected app from the screen.
Update apps
You can update the selected app.
Installing an App
When the TV’s internal memory is insufficient, you can install an app on a USB device. Only when the USB device is connected are the app icons installed on the USB viewable on the SAMSUNG
APPS screen. You can use an app installed on a USB device only when the USB device is connected to the TV. If the USB device is disconnected while the app is running, the app is terminated.
The app installed on the USB device is not available on a different TV, or a PC.
Quick Installation
1. On the SAMSUNG APPS screen, select Most Popular, What’s New, or Categories.
The Most Popular and What’s New show the most popular and newest Samsung Apps. To view the entire app list, select Categories. You can view all Samsung Apps classified by genre.
2. Move the focus to an app and press and hold the Enter button. A pop-up menu appears.
3. On the pop-up menu on the screen, select Download. While an app is being installed, the progress bar appears at the bottom of the app icon so that you can easily figure out the installation progress.
4. The selected app is installed on the TV. You can view installed apps on the SAMSUNG APPS screen.
Installing an App from the Detailed App Information Screen
1. On the SAMSUNG APPS screen, select Most Popular, What’s New, or Categories.
The Most Popular and What’s New show the most popular and the newest Samsung apps. To view the entire app list, select Categories. You can view all Samsung Apps by category.
2. Select an app from the list. Detailed information about your selection appears on the screen.
3. Select Download on the detailed information screen to install the selected app on the TV.
“” When an app is being installed, a progress bar appears underneath the app icon.
4. When the installation is complete, the Download button turns to Open.
You can view installed apps on the SAMSUNG APPS screen.
Launching an App
Select an app on the SAMSUNG APPS screen to launch it.
The icons indicate the following:
●● : The app supports motion control.
●● : The app supports voice control.
●● : The app is installed on a USB device.
●● : The app supports a pointer that can move by the Samsung Smart Control.
Default Apps
e-Manual
The embedded e-Manual contains information.
Using Web Browser Web Browser
Web Browser is an Internet browsing app. Using Web Browser, you can surf the Internet on the TV in the same manner as you would using a PC even while watching a TV programme on PIP.
Use a keyboard and mouse for a more convenient web browsing experience.
The browsing screen may differ from that on a PC.
Browsing Methods
Web Browser provides two browsing methods: Pointer Browsing and Link Browsing. Pointer Browsing enables you to move the pointer for selection while Link Browsing allows using the direction
arrows to move the focus.
The default browsing method of Web Browser is Pointer Browsing. To enable Link Browsing, select the Link Browsing icon.
Command and Status Bar at a Glance
Open the Web Browser to display the command and status bar at the top of the screen. The following
items are available:
Back
Move to the previous page.
Forward
Move to the next page.
Bookmarks & History
Move to the Bookmarks & History screen. On this screen, add the current page to Bookmarks, or move, edit, or delete a bookmarked page. Easily access visited pages by navigating the History screen.
Home Page
Move to the main screen.
Address Bar
Check the address of the current page, or enter a web page address to move to the page.
Refresh / Stop
Reload the current page or stop reloading the current page.
Add to Bookmark
Add the current page to Bookmarks.
Search
Make a keyword search using the user-specified search engine. To change the search engine, select the icon and then select a search engine in the Set Search Engine menu.
Zoom
Zoom in or out of the current web page.
PIP
Use Web Browser while watching a TV programme on the same screen.
Link Browsing / Pointer Browsing
Select one from two browsing methods supported by Web Browser.
Settings
Configure the Web Browser settings.
Close
Exit Web Browser.
New Tab
Open a new tab.
Browsing Preferences
Select the item on the screen. Configure the browsing settings to your needs or convenience.
Some items may not be available depending on the web page. Unavailable items are grayed out.
Enable Grabbing / Disable Grabbing
Press Enter and then the arrow keys on your remote to enable Grabbing. Press Enter again to disable Grabbing after you have moved the items on screen to the position you want.
Approved Sites
To prevent children from accessing inappropriate web pages, limit access to pre-registered web pages.
You will be asked to enter a password when selecting Approved Sites. Enter the password. The default password is 0000.
Approved Sites feature: Enable/disable the Approved Sites feature.
Reset password for Approved Sites: Change the password.
Add current site: Add the current web page to Approved Sites.
Manage Approved Sites: Enter the address of the web page that you want to add to Approved Sites, or select one from the list and delete it.
Enabling the Approved Sites feature with no web page listed will restrict access to any web page.
Private browsing on / Private browsing off
Enable/disable the Private Browsing feature. Enabling Private Browsing will not save the browsing history.
When enabling Private Browsing, the icon appears at the start of the address bar.
PIP Settings
Configure the PIP settings. This is available only if watching TV in PIP mode.
Position: Select the position of the sub picture.
Set Search Engine
Set the default search engine from the list.
Web Browser Settings
Configure the Web Browser Settings, such as browsing behaviors or security.
Set as homepage: Select a web page and set it as the homepage.
Pop-up Block: Block or unblock pop-up windows.
Page Block: Block or unblock pages such as commercial pages. Manage a list of pages to block by entering the address of a web page.
General: Delete browsing history or Internet usage information, or reset Web Browser. Set Security Mode to On to restrict access by malicious codes or phishing sites.
Encoding: Set the Auto select to On, or select an encoding method from the list.
Pointer: Adjust the pointer speed in Pointer Browsing mode, or change the link access method.
Browser Information: Check the current version of Web Browser.
Help
This will familiarise yourself with the basics of Web Browser.
Apps
Rearranging Apps on the SAMSUNG APPS Screen
1. On the SAMSUNG APPS screen, move to the app you wish to change the order.
2. Press and hold the Enter button. A pop-up menu appears.
3. On the pop-up menu, select Move.
4. Move an app to a desired location and select the app again.
Removing an App from the TV
“Note that if an app is removed, the data related to the app is also deleted.
1. On the SAMSUNG APPS screen, move to the app you wish to remove.
2. Press and hold the Enter button. A pop-up menu appears.
3. On the pop-up menu on the screen, select Delete. A removal confirmation window appears. Select Yes. The selected app is removed.
Removing Multiple Apps
1. On the SAMSUNG APPS screen, move to the app you wish to remove.
2. Press and hold the Enter button. A pop-up menu appears.
3. On the pop-up menu on the screen, select Delete Multiple. A check box appears on the app icons.
4. Select all the apps you wish to remove and then select Delete. A removal confirmation window appears. Select Yes. Selected apps are removed.
Rating/Reviewing an App
On the detailed app information screen, you can rate the app or send a review to the app developer.
“” To rate or review an app, you must log into your Samsung Account. You can only rate or review with a TV
purchasing apps and games.
Updating an App
1. On the SAMSUNG APPS screen, move to the app you wish to update.
2. Press and hold the Enter button. A pop-up menu appears.
3. On the pop-up menu on the screen, select Update apps. A pop-up window appears.
4. Select all the apps you wish to update and then select Update. All the selected apps are updated to the latest versions.
To Sett
Auto App Update
Smart Hub > Apps Settings
To update apps automatically, navigate to Smart Hub > Apps Settings and set Auto update to On.
The apps installed on the TV are automatically updated as updates become available.
SAMSUNG APPS Features
Smart Hub > Apps Settings Try Now Settings – Apps
You can configure the features related to the apps installed on your TV.
Enabling Automatic Tickers
You can configure selected tickers to display automatically when the TV is turned on. Ticker Service enables you to use other services while watching TV. You can receive news, stock, and weather
information and more in real-time while watching TV.
To use this feature, make sure that an app supporting the Auto Ticker function is installed on the TV.
1. Navigate to Smart Hub > Apps Settings and select Auto Ticker. A list of installed apps that support Ticker Autorun appears.
2. From the list, select apps you wish to run automatically when the TV is turned on.
Setting Push Notification
Push notification function enables apps installed on the TV to send alerts and messages to the user.
1. Navigate to Smart Hub > Apps Settings > Push Notification Settings and set the Push Notification to On.
2. Set the Push Notification setting of apps you wish to receive push notifications from to On. Push notification function of the selected apps is activated.
The Push Notification app list only shows installed apps that support Push Notification Settings.
Using an App while Watching TV
If an app linked to a channel is installed on the TV, you can view programme information and use related services offered by the app while watching TV.
Navigate to Smart Hub > Apps Settings and set Channel-Bound Apps to On.
This feature is only available with apps supporting Channel-Bound Apps installed on the TV.
Using On TV Panel
Actual menu screen may differ depending on the TV model.
This service or some of functions of it may be not available in some countries or region.
Availability of recommended content depends on the specific model and area.
Smart Hub’s On TV panel lets you view programme lists for recommended channels while watching TV. You can then switch to a programme in the recommendation list or set up Schedule Viewing/Schedule Recording for an upcoming programme.
Before you use On TV, check if the TV is connected to the Internet. The TV must be connected to the Internet in order to use On TV.
The channels or programmes recommended by On TV may differ from the actual ones depending on the broadcast information provider.
Select a desired programme from the recommendation list. You can watch the selected programme immediately if it is currently on air or move to the detailed programme information screen if it has not aired yet.
Select from the screen to change the recommended content list.
For a programme being broadcasted, a progress bar appears. For an upcoming programme, the remaining time to broadcast appears.
Move to the navigation bar at the bottom of the screen to access the following options:
- Viewing the Programme Schedule of Digital Channels
Select Guide at the bottom of the screen to view the programme schedule of each digital channel at a glance. You can check the programme schedule and even set up a Schedule Viewing or Schedule Recording.
The Guide provides information only about digital channels. Analogue channels are not supported. - Programme Recommendations by Time
Select Timeline View at the bottom of the screen to view programme recommendations for different times of the day. - Popular Videos
Select Trending at the bottom of the screen to view the most trendy or popular content in Twitter. - Watching a Recorded Programme
Select Recorded TV at the bottom of the screen to watch a recorded programme.
Using Pop-Up Menu Functions
Move the focus to a desired programme and press and hold the Enter button. The following options are available:
Available functions may differ depending on the selected programme
- Recording the Current Programme
You can instantly record a programme that is being broadcast on a different channel. - Viewing Detailed Information
You can move to the detail information screen about the selected programme. - Reserving
You can set up a Schedule Viewing or Schedule Recording for the programme.
Viewing Detailed Programme Information
1. Move the focus to a desired programme and press and hold the Enter button. The Options menu
appears.
2. From the Options menu on the screen, select View details. The detailed information about the selected programme screen appears.
You can find more information about the selected programme in the detailed information screen and you can easily use the following functions: - Moving to a Channel
Jump to the selected programme’s channel. - Record
You can record the programme.
This function is only available for programmes that is being broadcasted. - Reserving
Set up a Schedule Viewing or Schedule Recording for the programme.
This function is only available for programmes that is being broadcasted. - Viewing Related Content
View a list of content related to the programme. If you select an item from the list, the detailed screen of the selected item appears. - Rate
You can rate the programme. - Sharing
You can share detailed information about the programme on social networking services.
Configuring On TV Settings
Availability depends on the specific model and area.
Smart Hub > On TV Settings Settings – On TV
You can set up the signal reception method, cable company, and other broadcast viewing environment settings for On TV.
Navigate to Smart Hub > On TV Settings, select Set Up Service Provider settings and set up the broadcast viewing environment settings according to the onscreen instructions.
Receiving Recommendation Notice
You can configure the TV to display a notification when a frequently watched programme is broadcast.
Navigate to Smart Hub > On TV Settings and set Automatic Notifications to On.
Changing Recommendation Type
You can choose between personally preferred programmes and programmes preferred by the general public as the type of recommendations you wish to receive.
Navigate to Smart Hub > On TV Settings, select Recommendation Type and set it to a desired type.
Removing Adult Content from the Recommended List
You can configure this setting so that recommended programmes that are rated for adults are blocked automatically.
Navigate to Smart Hub > On TV Settings and set Block Adult Content to On.
