What to do when the SmartThings app fails to add my TV?

SmartThings app provides convenience when using your Samsung Smart TV and other Samsung appliances. However, if for some reason the SmartThings app failed to add your device in the middle of the process, there are a few ways to troubleshoot this issue. Just follow the steps below.

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Check the wireless network status

 

When adding a device via Wi-Fi, the TV and smartphone must be connected to the same network. In addition, the smartphone and TV need to be logged into the same Samsung Account to pair.

TVs made after 2017 that support Bluetooth have a BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy) function, so you can search for and set up devices without being connected to the same network.

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Step 1. Tap Settings on your smartphone.

tap connections tap connections

Step 2. Tap Connections.

select Wi Fi select Wi Fi

Step 3. Tap Wi-Fi.

enter the password enter the password

Step 4. Select the router and enter your PIN (if necessary).

Note:

  • If more than 10 devices are connected to the router, the registration may fail.
  • If the router and the TV are far apart, the communication may not be smooth and registration may fail.

In Wi-Fi settings, change Switch to mobile data to off. Try to add the device again from the beginning.

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Step 1. Launch the SmartThings app and tap Add (the plus icon).

select device select device

Step 2. Tap Device.

select by brand select by brand

Step 3. Tap By brand.

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Step 4. Select Samsung.

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Step 5. Select TV.

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Step 6. Tap Start.

enter your location and room enter your location and room

Step 7. Select Location and Room for your TV.

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Step 8. Turn on your TV using the remote control.

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Step 9. Select OK.

enter the password enter the password

Step 10. Enter the PIN shown on the TV screen.

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Step 11. Wait until the TV is registered with your Samsung Account.

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Step 12. Set the name of TV and tap Done. The registration is completed.

Note:

  • Depending on the smartphone model, this name may be different.

Make sure that your TV is supported and then try to register the device on the SmartThings app again.

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Step 1. Tap Add (the plus icon) on your smartphone.

select device select device

Step 2. Tap Device.

select by device type select by device type

Step 3. Tap By device type and TV.

select samsung icon select samsung icon

Step 4. Select Samsung.

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Step 5. Select Make sure your TV is supported.

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Step 6. Tap supported device list.

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Step 7. If your TV is not on the list, tap Search on the top of the screen.

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Step 8. Enter your TV’s model number.

Check for software updates

 

Make sure the software on your smartphone and SmartThings app is up to date, and if necessary, update the firmware of your TV as well.

Note: The SmartThings app is compatible with phones running Android 8.0 or higher as well as iOS 12.0 or higher.

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Step 1. Tap Menu (the three horizontal lines).

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Step 2. Tap SmartThings Settings.

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Step 3. Swipe to and tap About SmartThings.

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Step 4. If an update is available, tap Update.

Step 1. Press the Home button on the remote and navigate to Settings.

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Step 2. Select Support > Software Update.

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Step 3. Select Update Now.

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Note:

  • If you are having trouble with your Samsung Smart TV, you should always check to see if there are any software updates available. Downloading the latest update may fix for your problem.
  • Device screenshots and menus may vary depending on the device model and software version.

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