Using Ambient Mode on your 8K TV

Learn how to activate, customize, and personalize Ambient Mode on your Samsung 8K TV. Discover themes, settings, and SmartThings integration for a seamless experience.

Ambient Mode transforms your Samsung 8K TV into a dynamic display that enhances your living space with art, weather updates, news, and personalized content. Follow these steps to activate and customize Ambient Mode on your TV.

1. How to Activate Ambient Mode on Your Samsung 8K TV

To activate Ambient Mode, follow these steps:

1. Press the dedicated Ambient button on your Samsung Smart Remote.
2. If your remote doesn't have an Ambient button, press the Home button and navigate to the Ambient icon in the Home menu bar.
3. Select a category from the bottom of the screen to preview available features and content.
4. Highlight your selection and press the Up directional button for more details.
5. Press the Home button to return to regular TV mode when finished.

- Note: The Ambient button is available on specific remotes. Pressing it when the TV is off will turn it on in Ambient Mode.

2. Customizing Ambient Mode on Your Samsung 8K TV

Once in Ambient Mode, you can customize your experience by adjusting settings:

1. Press the Down directional button on your remote.
2. Adjust the following settings:

- Color and Theme: Choose a color and theme for the on-screen content.

- Backgrounds: Change the background color in Ambient Mode.

- Shadow Effects: Add depth to images with shadow effects.

- Brightness: Adjust the brightness level.

- BG Saturation: Modify the color saturation of the background.

- BG Color Tone: Fine-tune the color tone of the background.

- BG R-Gain/BG G-Gain/BG B-Gain: Adjust the red, green, and blue contrast of the background.

- Routine: Create routines using the SmartThings app or choose from preset themes.

- Special Edition: Explore artwork and interior designs for personalization.

- Mood: Set the perfect ambiance for your home.

- Relaxation: Enjoy nature-inspired scenes for relaxation.

- Décor: Display beautifully designed content.

- Info: Stay updated with real-time weather, time, and news.

- Artwork: Use renowned artwork and photography as your background.

- Background Theme: Select themes curated by Samsung.

- About Ambient Mode: Access information about Ambient Mode.

3. Advanced Settings for Ambient Mode

Access advanced settings to further customize your experience:

1. Press the Ambient button to enter Ambient Mode.
2. Select Settings from the menu.
3. Adjust the following options:

- Auto Brightness: Adjust the brightness to match room lighting.

- Ambient Off Timer (Sleep After): Set a timer for automatic deactivation.

- Reset All Photos: Reset photos imported from your mobile device.

- Note: On Samsung 2020 TVs, the Ambient Off Timer is called Sleep After. Adjustments can also be made via the SmartThings app.

4. Adding Personal Photos to Ambient Mode

Personalize your TV with images from your smartphone:

1. Connect your TV to the SmartThings app.
2. Launch the SmartThings app and power on your TV.
3. Select your TV and access Ambient Mode.
4. Choose My Album and customize your photo display options.
5. Select up to 50 photos for a random slideshow.
6. Press View on TV to display your images.

- Note: Ensure your TV is linked to SmartThings for photo integration.

5. Supported Samsung TV Models

Ambient Mode is available on select Samsung TV models, including:

- Samsung 8K TVs (2020 and later)
- Samsung QLED TVs
- Samsung MicroLED TVs

Related Samsung Support Topics

- How to connect your Samsung TV to the SmartThings app
- How to adjust TV brightness settings
- How to troubleshoot Samsung TV remote issues