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- You can setup an antenna on Samsung TV by connecting a coaxial cable and watching live broadcast channels.
- Navigate to the Broadcasting or Channel option on the Settings menu to scan for channels.
You know well that you can download apps on your Samsung Smart TV and watch movies and series from desired OTT platforms. Likewise, you can also setup an antenna on your Samsung smart TV and scan & enjoy local/live TV channels. This article will offer you a neat guide on how to do it.
How to Setup an Antenna on Samsung TV
1. Get your antenna and place it in a location where it will get a strong signal. It would be best to place it near a window.
2. Grab the coaxial cable that came with the antenna or the one you bought and connect one end of it to the antenna’s port.
3. Connect the other end to the TV’s ANT IN port that can located at the back or side of the TV.
4. Now, make sure that your Samsung smart TV and antenna are properly connected, and move to the channel scanning process.
How to Scan & Watch Channels on Samsung Smart TV After Antenna Setup
Although most people get the latest Samsung Smart TV models these days, there might be some people who still use the older models. So the below guides explains how to scan channels on both new and old Samsung TVs.
Scan Channels on New Samsung TV Models
1. Once turned on, press the Input/Source button on the remote to change the Samsung TV input.
2. Now, click the Home button on your remote and select the Gear icon to open Settings.
3. Select Broadcasting → Auto Tuning Settings → Auto Tuning and click the Start button.
Note: On some Samsung TV models, you can start scanning by selecting Broadcasting → Auto Program → Start.
4. Select the Aerial option and choose Terrestrial. For the Channel Type option, choose Digital & Analogue.
Note: In some models, you will get the options Both, Air, and Cable. Select the Air option for scanning channels using Antenna.
5. Select the Scan button to start scanning for channels. Once the scanning is complete, click the Close button.
6. Now, press the remote’s Home button again and select Live TV from the menu to start watching live channels.
Scan Channels on Old Samsung Smart TVs
1. Start up your Samsung TV, and change the Source to TV by pressing the Menu button on your remote.
2. On the TV Menu, select Channel → Auto Program → Start. Then, select the Air, Cable, or both options based on the antenna you are using.
3. Now, select Next and change the Digital and Analog Cable System on the next screen if you want.
Tip: It is best to keep the standard system options unchanged.
4. Now, press the Next button to start scanning. After the scanning is over, go back to the TV Source to enjoy live TV broadcasts.
Whether you have an old or new Samsung Smart TV, now you’ll be able to setup an antenna on it and watch live channels. It’s time to take a break from streaming apps and get back to watching some good old local channels and live TV programs with your family.