To connect your Samsung TV to Wi-Fi, follow these steps:
- Go to the menu of your Samsung TV and search for "Settings," "General," or "Reset."
- Select the option to reset the TV to its factory settings.
- Once the TV is reset, try reconnecting to the Wi-Fi network and see if it works.
If your Smart TV still doesn’t connect to the Wi-Fi network, here are some troubleshooting steps you can try:
- Check the connection and Wi-Fi signal of your Smart TV.
- Verify the modem/router.
- Reset the TV or modem.
- Protect the modem and Smart TV from power surges.
- Explore alternative solutions.
- Refer to the frequently asked questions section.
The most common method to connect a TV to the internet is through a wireless connection. To establish this connection, follow these steps:
- Go to the TV settings and select "Connection."
- Choose the network you want to connect to.
- If the network is secured, enter the password.
To reset the network on your Samsung Smart TV, perform a soft reset by following these steps:
- Press the Menu button on the remote control.
- Click on Support and select Auto Diagnosis.
- In the window that appears, enter the PIN: 0000 and wait for the Smart TV settings to be restored.
To identify the SSID of a network, look for the sticker on your router. Many routers provided by internet service providers have a label on the side or bottom that displays the default SSID, also known as the "Network Name." It is usually located near a barcode.
To set up the Wi-Fi password on your TV, access the Wi-Fi settings of the Wi-Fi Direct device. Choose the TV’s SSID and enter the displayed WPA key on the TV screen as the password. If the Wi-Fi device can connect, a message confirming the connection will appear on the TV screen.
To perform a forced reset and restart the TV, use the remote control by following these steps:
- Press and hold the power button on the remote control for approximately five seconds until the "Power off" message appears.
- The TV will automatically turn off after about a minute.
To enable Wi-Fi on an LG TV, use the remote control to follow these steps:
- Press the Gear button and select "All Settings."
- Click on "General," then "Network," and finally "Wi-Fi Connection" to initiate the wireless connection.
Smart TVs have a built-in browser that can be accessed by simply going to the app section of the Smart TV. Some remotes have a dedicated button for this purpose. However, the Smart TV must be connected to the home network via Wi-Fi or Ethernet.
SSID stands for "Service Set Identifier." It is an alphanumeric code consisting of 32 characters that distinguishes a Wi-Fi network. It is the name that users can use to find the Wi-Fi network.
To find the SSID of a hidden network, scroll to the bottom of the list of available Wi-Fi networks. When there are hidden networks, an option for "Hidden Network" will appear. Simply click on it, enter your SSID, choose "Next," enter your password, and then press "Connect."
When the TV is turned on, it is normal for the screen to remain black as there is no incoming data after disconnecting the computer. Simply change the data type to resume watching TV, such as switching from HDMI to satellite.
To connect an LG TV to the internet, simply plug one end of an Ethernet cable into your modem/router and the other end into the LAN port on the back of the TV. The network will be recognized and set up automatically, requiring no additional configuration.
To access Google Smart TV, download the LG TV Remote app from the Google Play Store and launch it. Both the TV and the smartphone need to be connected to the same Wi-Fi network. The app will detect compatible TVs and display them. To establish the connection, tap on the Smart TV and enter the displayed numerical code.