In the modern world, there are many devices such as television. Naturally, there is a separate approach to each. Therefore, when purchasing the presented unit, it is important to first study all the features and understand how they are configured. In this article we will try to find out them in detail, as well as understand the specifics of connecting channels to each possible design model.
Content:
- 1 Why automatic tuning of TV channels does not work
- 2 How to set up a new TV 2.1 Features of automatic channel tuning
- 2.2 Manual channel tuning
Before you can enjoy watching your favorite movies or TV shows, you need to configure the channels on your device. Setting up a TV is a rather complex and responsible procedure, which, firstly, includes searching for channels, and secondly, it will allow you to remove unnecessary things and rank the list by frequency of views.
This procedure is especially relevant in our time, when the list of channels is regularly updated, which leads to failure of all previously specified settings. When working with cable and satellite television, the task of setting up a TV becomes more complicated.
What kind of television signals are there?
Before delving into the topic, there are a few things to differentiate. Namely:
- Video signal. Presents information to the user as image brightness.
- Sound effect, signal.
- Color. Helps separate shades.
Of course, each aspect carries a certain frequency. The standard of the measured unit is different in each country. As for Russia itself, this value is 6.5 MHz. The indicator is determined by the number of the channel that is used.
Why doesn't automatic tuning of TV channels work?
Modern models of television receivers support both manual and automatic channel tuning. Most TV viewers use automatic search, which copes with the assigned tasks perfectly; the user can only remove unnecessary channels from the presented list.
However, for various reasons, sensitive equipment may not be able to recognize the scan range or signal source. In this case, the procedure must be carried out manually.
As practice shows, there are no particular advantages in choosing one or another method of setting up channels. And if the automatic mode can save the user’s time and is suitable even for inexperienced TV viewers, then the second option will require more time and special knowledge, but at the same time provides more detailed channel settings even with poor reception quality.
In particularly difficult cases, you should use the services of a professional teleworker. The cost of his services will depend on the region of residence, distance from the workshop and the company’s pricing policy. In addition, today there are a number of volunteer organizations that help everyone switch to the new broadcast format free of charge.
How to set up a new TV
In order to set up a new TV and connect it to a regular antenna, you need to select your native language on the device. To do this, you need to connect the antenna cable to the successor, then by long pressing the “OK” button on the remote control, go to the Menu, where you select the LANGUAGE item. We mark the language RUSSIAN, after which all settings will be automatically translated into Russian.
Features of automatic channel tuning
How to set up your TV automatically? To complete the procedure, you will need to perform the following algorithm of actions:
- We turn on the receiver, after which a message will appear on the screen stating that “Channels are not configured”;
- Using the remote control, go to the Menu, where we select “Channel settings” - “Automatic tuning”;
- Don't forget to indicate the type of broadcast - digital or analogue.
- Press ENTER/OK.
After completing all the steps, the TV will begin tuning channels, scanning the frequency range available to it. On average, Auto Tuning takes no more than a few minutes, after which all saved TV channels are displayed on the screen. If nothing works out, don’t panic. We carefully study the instructions for the device. It must provide detailed descriptions of the settings for this model.
If the operator adds new channels, the setup will have to be done again using the editing option. In this case, the previously created list of TV channels is saved, new items are simply added to it. You can delete the old list using the appropriate command, after which you will have to search again.
Manual channel tuning
If the automatic tuning of TV channels does not work correctly, then you need to use the manual search option. With its help, the viewer decides which channels he wants to add to the saved list.
The algorithm for manual configuration is as follows:
- Turn on the receiver;
- In the Menu, select “Channel settings” - “Manual tuning”;
- Select the “Programs” command and assign numbers to them;
- Additionally, you need to select a color system: PAL or SECAM, sound: 2.0 (stereo), 5.1, etc.;
- We perform a “Search” for channels and save the required TV channels.
The resulting list can be updated or deleted if necessary.
How to reset your TV
Sometimes after setting up the TV does not work correctly: it freezes, cannot access the Internet, etc. A factory reset may solve the problem.
In general, the algorithm for resetting settings is approximately the same for all TV models. Differences may only concern the names of items.
- Press the MENU button on the remote control, go to “Settings”.
- Find the “Support” or “Settings” item on the screen.
- Select the “Self-diagnosis” or “General” section.
Go to the “Self-diagnosis” item
- Select Reset and click OK.
Reset
The system may require you to enter a password. If you don't know it, look for the code in the product instructions.
Setting up satellite channels
In general, setting up satellite channels is not difficult:
- We connect the TV and receiver using a special cable. We switch the TV to monitor mode.
- Using the remote control we set the satellite settings.
- In the menu we start scanning the satellite. The best option would be to use an automatic search, which will carry out all the necessary actions without user intervention.
- We edit the list of saved channels, remove from it TV channels that most likely will not be viewed by viewers;
When using satellite television, remember that deteriorating picture or sound may be caused by rain, wind or thunderstorms, which negatively affect reception conditions.
Setting up digital channels
High-definition digital television is a modern television broadcasting standard that provides the highest picture quality under any reception conditions. To set up digital TV channels on your TV, it must be equipped with an HD viewing function. In recent years, an increasing number of TV equipment models equipped with this technology have been produced.
To configure channels on such television receivers, it will be enough to carefully study the manufacturer’s instructions. For most devices, the algorithm of actions is as follows:
- Menu - Options - Automatic settings - Start;
- Select the Digital Channels section and press start again;
- In Search Mode, select “Full”;
- You will need to enter the following numbers in the fields that appear on the screen: frequency (kHz) - 314,000 (314 MHz), modulation - 256 QAM, speed - 6875 kS/s.
All modern TVs are equipped with a network search option. For those viewers who do not want to waste time manually setting up channels, just turn on network and search and wait a few minutes, which the receiver will need to scan and create a list of saved TV channels.
Re-tuning the TV, when and how to do it
From time to time, reconfiguration is recommended so that the equipment is “up to date” with all the latest available services. It is recommended to perform this procedure once six months/year, there are several reasons for this:
- The TV channels have changed the number.
Service providers like to move around, for example, news channels such as NTV have occupied several positions in different years. There are cases that due to a change in position, their frequency changes and the channel does not appear in the broadcast.
- Additional TV channels have been added.
From time to time, additional services are added to the available channels, which is nice. In order to get them, reconfiguration is required.
Reconfiguration schedule
Most modern TVs can be set to automatically retune at a certain time interval. This is very convenient; the user is not required to subsequently think about whether they are using all the free services.
How to retune your TV
There are several methods for retuning your TV:
- automatic settings;
- manual settings.
Automatic TV setup process
To automatically configure, you need to find “Automatic selection” in the settings menu. It will not be possible to describe this process in detail, since all TVs are different. Often the settings are found in a menu labeled with the satellite dish or equipment.
It is recommended that, where possible, you perform an initial installation or a full scan to replace existing services and ensure that they are all up to date.
If you have time, turn off your TV antenna altogether and run a scan, which will find and store zero channels. This means that all old settings have been cleared and you can reconnect your antenna and scan again to find the updated channel list.
Setting up Smart TV on modern TVs
We live in the era of “smart” technology. Today, refrigerators, washing machines, dishwashers, and televisions have their own intelligence. The Smart TV feature is an innovative technology that is completely dependent on the Internet. It allows you to convert an ordinary TV into a full-fledged computer, with which you can make purchases in online stores, view news on information resources and enjoy your favorite programs in high quality.
Leading home appliance manufacturers create full-fledged operating shells for their smart TVs, while many other brands use Android, Linux and Windows for these purposes. You can configure TV channels on Smart TV using special applications.
Features of searching and tuning channels without a remote control
Don't panic or get upset if your TV remote control gets lost or stops working. You can cope with the situation and configure the equipment using control buttons, the functions of which are described in detail in the instructions for the equipment.
When setting up a TV without a remote control, consider the following nuances:
- The MENU key is not available on all devices. Sometimes, in order to get into the settings, you need to simultaneously press the buttons that control the volume;
- To confirm the actions taken, you can use the “OK”, “MENU” or “Vol+” buttons;
- On Sony brand TVs, you can start automatic search and tuning of channels by long pressing the “MENU” button;
- Philips TVs cannot be set up without a remote control.
In recent years, Russians have almost completely abandoned conventional antennas, giving preference to more modern and high-tech receivers - special digital set-top boxes that receive signals from a satellite or via the Internet. Such devices operate similarly to smartphones or tablets: they have an operating shell (Android) installed, in which settings and work with channels were carried out using mobile applications. Users can download the necessary software from the PlayMarket store.
How to prepare your TV for tuning channels
Fine tuning of channels on a Samsung TV is only possible if the TV and all its components are properly connected. To install the receiver correctly, you must follow the operating instructions. Below is an example of the correct connection of the Samsung 6 series model:
- For broadcast or cable television . The antenna is connected to the ANT socket in the receiver via a special cable with a resistance of 75 ohms. The user will receive an analog signal.
- For cable or satellite TV, Blu-Ray connection, game console or laptop . You will need to connect an HDMI cable to the HDMI socket.
- For online use and software updates. Requires a wireless connection using a regular Wi-Fi router. Any of the SMART models in the Samsung line supports connection via Wi-Fi. For a wired connection, you need to insert the Internet cable into the LAN port on the back of the TV.
- To watch paid channels. You need to install CI or CI+ cards. You need to remove the protective film and turn off the TV, place the adapter in the two holes located next to the COMMON INTERFACE port.
Setting up channels on older TV models
If desired, you can watch digital channels on an old TV; all you need to do is manually configure the TV receiver and connect a DVB-T2 set-top box to it. Perhaps the only drawback of outdated TV models is the small amount of memory for saving frequently watched channels; most often, you can add no more than six positions to this list.
To search for and configure older TV models, you can use not only remote controls, but also physical control buttons on the TV itself.
The final stage of setup is working with image quality
Quite often there are situations when, after completing the search and settings of the program, they are broadcast in poor quality. In order to improve picture clarity and eliminate other defects, you can perform the following steps:
- enable the HD option in the settings;
- select the picture broadcast mode, for example, for Samsung and LG TVs, the “Cinema” mode is considered the best option;
- manually set the contrast, brightness and colors of the image.
As practice shows, you only need to spend time and effort once to understand the TV settings and compile a list of saved TV channels, in order to subsequently comfortably watch any films and programs, without being distracted by annoying little things and problems that can ruin anyone’s mood.
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Image Settings
Setting the TV image is done as follows: in the “Service Menu” find the “Image” line. The necessary parameters will appear: “Contrast”, “Brightness”, “Clarity” and “Color”. Use the cursor arrows to change them, selecting the ones most suitable for the eye.
Once having set up the TV on their own, each user will be able to apply this knowledge again; they cannot do without it, because very often new television channels appear on the network or the signal source changes. You have to wait for hours for a technician, when the whole TV setup takes a few minutes, and most importantly, you don’t have to miss your favorite show.
