However reliable and excellent Samsung Smart TVs can be, users sometimes experience certain issues. Sometimes an App or the TV screen gets frozen, the picture display might become distorted, or even the screen can go completely black.
A simple Switch Off and On might not work in these cases; hence, you might need to Reset your Samsung TV. Although not always necessary, performing a Reset on your Samsung TV might be the best arrangement when encountering issues with your TV.
No matter your model, resetting a Samsung television is a simple process that only takes a few minutes. Your Samsung TV will return to its factory settings after a reset. This article will discuss the steps to factory reset your Smart TV to resolve the issues.
Reasons To Factory Reset Samsung TV:
You will have to go for a Factory reset on your Samsung TV under the following conditions:
- The TV screen is frozen, and the Soft reset did not work.
- Multiple Apps are not working properly, and resetting them separately did not work.
- You want to change the TV to its default settings if you are going to sell your TV to someone else.
- You purchased the TV from someone else and want a fresh start.
Note that all custom settings, including downloaded apps, account information, system and application data, channels, and Wi-Fi and wired network settings, are lost during a factory data reset. The TV will get back to the way things were at the time of purchase.
How To Factory Reset Samsung TV?
A complete reset of the TV is the most comprehensive reset option available. All operational features, including the smart hub and picture, sound, and any saved broadcast channels, are reset to their default settings when the device is started.
Many methods exist to perform the Factory reset on your Samsung Smart TV.
1. Using The Remote:
You can navigate through the options on the TV display to proceed to the Reset using your remote. However, the steps for the Reset process are slightly different for the various versions of Samsung TV.
1. For The Latest Versions (2019 And above):
You can reset the TV settings on the latest TV versions by following these steps:
- Open the Menu on your Samsung TV by pressing the Menu button on the remote that looks like a House.
- Select the ‘General and Privacy’ option from the list.
- Scroll down to find the Rest option. Click on it.
4. Enter the 4-digit PIN. If you have not set a new PIN, enter 0000 in the space provided. This is the Samsung default PIN.
5. Confirm the Reset when you asked for the final confirmation and wait until the process is completed.
Your TV will restart and be reset to its factory settings.
2. For Older Versions (2018 And before):
You can reset the TV settings on the older versions of Samsung TV by following these steps:
- Turn On the TV and press your remote’s Menu or Home button.
- Click on the Support option from the list of Settings. Click on the ‘Self Diagnosis’ option.
3. Scroll to find the Reset option. Press Enter to go to the reset menu.
4. Enter your security PIN. If you have not reset your PIN, simply 0000, the default PIN set by Samsung.
5. A pop-up menu will appear for the final confirmation. Click on ‘Yes’ to confirm the reset.
Your TV might turn OFF and ON during the process and the setup screen will be displayed in between. Further, the TV will be reset to its factory settings.
2. Without The Remote:
If your remote is not working on time or if you cannot find your remote during an emergency, you can still perform the Factory reset on your Samsung TV by following any of the methods mentioned below:
- Find the buttons on your TV. They may be on the left or right-hand side or the very bottom. Using these buttons, follow the steps for the Factory reset mentioned above to reset the TV.
2. In case you cannot find these buttons or if your TV is mounted on a tight spot, plug in a USB Keyboard on the back of the TV. Use this keyboard to proceed with the steps of the Factory reset.
3. If both the options mentioned above did not work, download the Samsung SmartThings App on your Smartphone. Connect the phone to your TV on the App. You can use your phone as a remote. Now you can proceed with the factory reset.
How To Reset Only Some Settings On Samsung TV?
You can reset all your TV’s settings at once if you’re having trouble with a particular feature, like sound, picture, or network. It’s a good thing to do before doing a full factory reset because it might fix your problem, and the total reset of the TV can be avoided.
To reset only the preferred settings, follow these steps:
- Open the Samsung TV Menu and go to Settings to choose the feature you want to reset. It can be the Picture, Sound, or Network. Choose the option that you want.
- Go to the Expert settings menu from the main bar.
- Scroll down to find the Reset option. Click on it to reset the chosen setting back to its factory settings.
If this method does not solve the issue with those specific settings, you have no other option than to perform a factory reset.
How To Soft Reset Your Samsung TV?
A Soft Reset is a good option when your TV screen is frozen, lagging while browsing, or even if it does not turn on properly. You can also use this if you have lost your TV remote. If the soft reset does not work, you can opt for the Factory Reset method mentioned above.
To soft reset your Samsung TV, follow the steps mentioned below:
- Power Off your TV.
- Unplug the TV from the wall socket.
- Press and hold the Power button for 15 seconds, then release it. This button is normally found in the bottom right corner of the TV.
- Wait for a minute before you plug the TV back in.
After you Turn ON the TV, your issue will most likely be resolved. If the problem persists, proceed with the Factory Reset.
Conclusion:
You should think about a factory reset if you can’t figure out what’s wrong with your Samsung TV. This is normally done when an issue must be fixed with a reset or, on the other hand, to sell or part with it. All custom TV settings, such as installed applications, stored Wi-Fi passwords, tuned channels, recordings, and custom input names, will be removed by this procedure.
After you reset your Samsung TV, the device will be reset to its factory settings, and hence, you must be very careful while proceeding with the option. Sometimes, a soft reset or simply unplugging and plugging in the TV can resolve the issues. You can go for a total reset if the soft reset option does not work.
This article discussed the various ways to reset a Samsung Smart TV. We have mentioned the clear steps for the same as well. We hope this article was useful to you. You can share your feedback in the comments!!
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