‘TV Mode Not Supported’! How Do I Fix This Error On My Samsung TV?

Is the text ‘TV mode not supported’ constantly popping on your TV screen? There could be one prime reason for this problem which we will look at in this article. Problems are there to be solved and in this article, we will go through different steps and procedures or resolve this problem.

Why Is The ‘TV Mode Not Supported‘ Error Popping Up On My Samsung TV Screen? 

There are a few reasons for this error. One is a poor connection on the HDMI or VGA ports on your Samsung TV. The HDMI and VGA are used to connect your Personal Computer to the TV. The ‘TV Mode Not Supported’ will automatically pop up on your TV screen when this connection is faulty. Sometimes, your Samsung TV may not recognize HDMI input hence causing the errors to pop up on your screen.

 The mentioned error also comes in when your Samsung TV Resolution is not supported mainly because the image sent to it from your PC or DVD is extremely high or low that is not supported by the TV’s resolution.

Outdated TV software may also contribute to this error. Your TV could be too old and hence using outdated software.

How Do I Fix The ‘TV Mode Not Supported’ Error?

We have stated earlier that this error will constantly appear on your screen when the image sent to the TV from the DVD player or PC is either too high or too low resolution. We have some remedies for this problem. Here they are:

  1. Turn off your TV and the other device connected to it
  • Turn off the TV for about 10 seconds or more.
  • Switch on the TV first and wait for a few seconds before turning the other devices on. Confirm if this works.
  1. Connect a device that has an output resolution that can be supported by your Samsung TV

The device connected must output a resolution that can be supported by Samsung TV. If the device outputs a higher or lower resolution, you may change or upgrade. The following are resolutions applicable on a Samsung TV;

  • 1080 i/p
  • 480 i/p
  • 720 i/p
  • 2160 i/p
  1. Set the resolution of the device connected to your TV

Setting the resolution of the external device could work. This will control the output produced such that it is not too high or too low.

  1. Change the external device connected to your TV via the HDMI port.

Select or connect a device with the same/equal resolution as your TV. This could help it work better and curb the error.

  1. Check the software of your Samsung TV

Outdated software may lead to cause this error. It is necessary to confirm whether the software is up-to-date. You may choose to connect the TV to devices that match the TV’s software age and vice-versa

  1. Use HDMI cables that are about 6 feet long or slightly longer

HDMI cables longer than 8 feet may be faulty at times and therefore necessary to choose a cable that is slightly shorter than 8 feet but not shorter than 6 feet.

How Do I Reset The Resolution On My Samsung TV?

You may need to adjust your TV resolution. The quality of the images displayed on your screen depends on the resolution set. The errors stated above where resolution is mentioned could also be solved if you set your resolution correctly. The following are steps to follow using your Samsung remote;

  1. Click the’ Home’ button
  2. Choose ‘source’ and specify whether it is ‘Play station’ or ‘Comcast’
  3. Choose the resolution you want from the ones displayed on the top right corner of your Samsung TV screen.

My Samsung TV HDMI Input Is Not Working: How Do I Fix This?

Your Samsung HDMI port may not work due to:

  • Damaged HDMI cables
  • The resolutions of your Samsung TV and the external devices may not match
  • The HDMI cable is not connected to any other device.

You can still fix this problem. Here are some ways of solving this problem:

  1. Set the TV appropriately

This is to means that when your HDMI cable is connected to interface 2 then the external device should be the same. When the ports are mismatched, there will be no effective transmission.

  1. Reconnect the HDMI cable

You may need to reconnect the HDMI cable again to ensure that the previous mistake is corrected. Sometimes you might have plugged in the cable faintly even forgotten to plug it in. Reconnect and ensure it is firmly connected.

  1. Change the HDMI cable

The cable could be old. If this is the case, get a new cable. The cable may not be compatible with your Samsung TV. Make sure that the cable you are using is completely compatible with your Samsung TV. We recommend you to purchase from a Samsung Outlet. 

  1. Confirm the software 

You may need to update your Samsung TV software. Follow these steps to achieve an update of your Samsung TV; 

  • Move to ‘Settings’ and ‘Select Support’
  • Tap on the ‘Software Update’
  • Choose ‘Update Now’

5. Check the external device

You may need to restart the external device. Put it off and unplug it from the power source for some time (1 minute) and then reconnect and put it on again.

FAQs

How can I update my Samsung TV software automatically?

This is one of the simplest processes. The following steps will successfully guide you:

  1. Go to Settings
  2. Select Support
  3. Choose Software Update
  4. Tap the Auto-Update option and put it On

The above steps will ensure that your Samsung TV software is always updated.

Conclusion

In most cases, the error of ‘TV Mode Not Supported’ is due to faulty/poor connection. Most times the HDMI cable is not plugged in correctly. Before taking a critical step, always check your connections to ensure everything is correctly put. If your HDMI cable has a different cable, do not force it to fit on your TV, always use a cable that is compatible with your TV.

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