Samsung 8500 Series User Manual page 41

USB Drive
TV Rear Panel
By USB
Insert a USB drive containing the firmware upgrade downloaded from samsung.com into the
TV. Please be careful to not disconnect the power or remove the USB drive while upgrades
are being applied. The TV will turn off and turn on automatically after completing the firmware
upgrade. Please check the firmware version after the upgrades are complete (the new version
will have a higher number than the older version).
When software is upgraded, video and audio settings you have made will return to their default
(factory) settings. We recommend you write down your settings so that you can easily reset
them after the upgrade.
By Online
Upgrades the software using the Internet.
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First, configure your network. For detailed procedures on using the Network Setup, refer to
the 'Setting the Network' instructions. (see pages 34-36)
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If the internet connection doesn't operate properly, connection can be broken. please retry downloading. If the problem still
happens, download by USB and upgrade.
Alternative Software (Backup)
If there is an issue with the new firmware and it is affecting operation, you can change the software to the previous version.
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If software was changed, existing software is displayed.
(EJ You can change current software to alternative software by 'Alternative Software'.
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Software Upgrade
Samsung may offer upgrades for the TV's firmware in the future. These upgrades can be
performed via the TV when it is connected to the Internet, or by downloading the new firmware
from samsung.com to a USB memory device.
(EJ Current Version is the software already installed in the TV.
(EJ Alternative Software (Backup) shows the previous version that will be replaced.
(EJ Software is represented as 'Year/MonthlDaLVersion'. The more recent the date, the
newer the software version. Installing the latest version is recommended.
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HD Connection Guide
This menu presents the connection method that provides the optimal quality for the HDTV. Refer to this information when
connecting external devices to the TV.
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Contact Samsung
View this information when your TV does not work properly or when you want to upgrade the software. You can view the
information regarding the call center, product and software file download method.