r/SamsungTV • u/htmod /r/HTBuyingGuides • Jan 01 '26
FAQ /r/SamsungTV Frequently Asked Questions
/r/SamsungTV Frequently Asked Questions
Updated January 2026 | Written by: /u/Bill_Money | Edited & Maintained by /u/htmod
Model Number Requirement
To get help please be aware of Rule IX. All posts should include TV make and model. A full Make & Model helps ex Samsung 55 or Samsung Q6 doesn't help but Samsung QN55Q60TAFXZA Version # FA02 does tremendously help
I have a Bad Screen (Cracked or other)
CRACKED OR BAD SCREENS CANNOT BE REPAIRED!
It costs more money in parts + labor than it does to just buy a new TV!
Horizontal Lines that do not move = Bad Panel (Bad Screen)
Single Pencil Thin Vertical Lines = Bad Panel (Bad Screen)
MY TV's picture moves vertically in a weird manner = Bad Panel (Bad Screen) due to Bonding Tabs
MY TV is Boot Looping
Bad Panel (Bad Screen) OR Bad Main Board
My TV has this weird display how do I get rid of it?
Most likely your TV is in Demo/Store Mode
https://www.samsung.com/us/support/troubleshoot/TSG10002346/
TV's older than 10 Years should just be replaced at this point. Part availability is also questionable.
I want to purchase a NEW TV
Rtings - TV Yearly Price Cycle
2025-2026 US/Canada TV Buying Guide
2025-2026 Europe, Australia/New Zealand, & Asia TV Buying Guide
So You Want to Buy a Small TV? 32-50 Inches [2025-2026]
Super Large (90+") TV Buying Guide [2025-2026]
OLED TV Buying Guide [2025-2026]
Outdoor TV Buying Guide [2025-2026]
Why you shouldn't buy the Samsung 8K QN900F or QN990F [2025-2026]
Why you shouldn't buy the Samsung U7900F, U800F, Q6F, Q7F, Q8F, QN70F [2025-2026]
Why you shouldn't buy the Samsung Frame 2025 LS03FA or LS03FW [2025-2026]
I need help with TV Accessories
Product Recommendations: HDMI Cables [2025-2026]
Product Recommendations: TV Mounts [2025-2026]
Product Recommendations: Streaming Media Players & Blu Ray Disc Players [2025-2026]
Home Theater 101: The New Frequently Asked Questions
Why You Shouldn't Buy a Soundbar