Unlock Samsung TV's Full Potential

Most Samsung smart TVs made after 2008 support HDMI-CEC functionality, which enables devices connected to the TV to work together more efficiently. To set up HDMI-CEC on a Samsung TV, users need to enable Anynet+ in the TV's settings. This can be done by going to Settings > All Settings > Connection > External Device Manager or Settings > General > External Device Manager, depending on the model.

The connected device must also support HDMI-CEC and have its CEC setting turned on for the feature to work properly. Different manufacturers use different names for HDMI-CEC, such as SIMPLINK by LG, BRAVIA Sync or Control for HDMI by Sony, and Enable HDMI Device Link on PS5.

It's worth noting that Anynet+ is usually activated by default on newer Samsung TVs. However, it's easy to turn off by mistake while exploring the Settings menu. To ensure HDMI-CEC is enabled, users can check the TV's settings and look for the Anynet+ option.

## What happens next Once Anynet+ is enabled on the TV and the connected device, it can take up to two minutes to establish the initial 'handshake' for HDMI-CEC to work properly. For HDMI-CEC to work, the connected device must be on or in standby mode.

## Why it matters HDMI-CEC makes all the devices connected to the Samsung TV work together seamlessly, allowing for a more integrated experience. With HDMI-CEC enabled, the TV remote can control other devices, such as soundbars, and turning on a streaming box will automatically turn on the TV and switch it to the appropriate input. This feature operates over the HDMI connection, which still carries audio and video signals.

By enabling HDMI-CEC on their Samsung TV, users can enjoy a more convenient and streamlined viewing experience. It's a simple setup process that can make a big difference in how devices interact with each other.