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How to reset a Samsung TV and try simpler fixes first
Samsung TVs can develop problems such as streaming apps freezing or video glitches.
A factory reset returns the TV to its original settings and removes installed apps and account information.
To start one, go to Settings, then All Settings, General & Privacy and Reset; the TV asks for a PIN, which is 0000 if it has not been changed.
Before resetting, make sure you have your Wi-Fi and streaming service passwords because you will need them to set things up again.
The process may also require you to reinstall apps and updates and restore your picture and sound preferences.
For smaller problems, unplugging the TV for 30 seconds or holding the remote’s power button for five seconds can reboot it without erasing everything.
You can also reset Smart Hub, though that removes its app and account information.
A reset may help, but it is not guaranteed to fix the problem.
Engadget explains how to factory-reset a Samsung TV and recommends trying simpler fixes first.
A factory reset returns the TV to its out-of-the-box state and removes settings and installed apps.
Before resetting, users should record PINs and passwords because they will need them to set up the TV again.
The reset menu is under Settings, All Settings, General & Privacy, and Reset.
For minor glitches, users can reboot the TV or reset the Smart Hub instead.
- Who
- Samsung TV owners experiencing problems.
- What
- A guide explains how to factory-reset a Samsung TV and try softer troubleshooting steps first.
- When
- Not stated.
- Where
- On Samsung TVs, using the TV’s settings menus or remote.
- Why
- A reset may help address problems such as freezing apps or video glitches.
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- Default PIN
- 0000
- Unplug reboot
- 30 seconds
- Remote power-button reboot
- Hold for five seconds
- Factory-reset menu
- Settings > All Settings > General & Privacy > Reset
- Smart Hub reset menu
- Settings > All Settings > Support > Device Care > Self Diagnosis > Reset Smart Hub
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