How to Enable Anynet+ on Samsung TV for HDMI-CEC Control

Learn how to activate Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) on your Samsung TV to control external devices like soundbars, Blu-ray players, and gaming consoles using your TV remote.

Anynet+ allows you to control HDMI-connected devices such as soundbars, Blu-ray players, and gaming consoles using your Samsung TV remote. This feature uses HDMI-CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) to simplify device management. If Anynet+ isn't working, ensure your devices support HDMI-CEC and follow the correct setup steps below.

1. What Is Anynet+ and How Does It Work?

Anynet+ is Samsung's implementation of HDMI-CEC, enabling seamless control of compatible external devices through your TV remote. Supported devices include soundbars, streaming sticks, Blu-ray players, and gaming consoles.

- Devices must be connected via HDMI and support HDMI-CEC.

- Anynet+ can manage up to 12 devices (3 of the same type), except for home theatre systems, which are limited to one.

- Devices must be powered on or in standby mode to respond to Anynet+ commands.

2. How to Enable Anynet+ on Your Samsung TV

Follow these steps to activate Anynet+ on your Samsung TV. Note that menu locations vary by model year.

1. Press the Home button on your Samsung TV remote.
2. Navigate to Settings (gear icon).
3. Select All Settings (on 2023–2024 models) or General & Privacy (on 2022 models).
4. Go to Connection > External Device Manager > Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC).
5. Toggle the switch to turn on Anynet+.
6. Wait up to 2 minutes for the TV to detect connected devices.

For older models:

- 2022 models: Settings > General & Privacy > External Device Manager > Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC)

- 2017–2021 models: Settings > General > External Device Manager > Anynet+

- 2016 models: Settings > System > Expert Settings > Anynet+

- 2015 models: Menu > System > Anynet+

- 2014 models: Menu > System > Anynet+

3. Why Anynet+ Might Not Be Working

If Anynet+ fails to control your devices, consider these common issues:

- The external device does not support HDMI-CEC.

- The HDMI cable is incompatible or damaged.

- The external device is not powered on or in standby mode.

- The TV software is outdated; update via Settings > Support > Software Update.

4. Supported Samsung TV Models

Anynet+ is available on most Samsung TVs from 2017 onwards, including:

- Galaxy S24, S25, S26 series smart TVs

- Galaxy Z Fold and Z Flip series smart TVs

- QLED, Neo QLED, and MicroLED TVs

- Crystal UHD and The Frame TVs

5. Additional Things to Check

Ensure optimal functionality by verifying these settings:

1. Check that the external device supports HDMI-CEC (refer to the device manual).
2. Use a high-quality HDMI cable certified for HDMI-CEC.
3. If using a universal remote, disable it to avoid conflicts with Anynet+.
4. Restart both the TV and external device if Anynet+ stops responding.

6. Related Samsung Support Topics

- How to update Samsung TV software

- How to troubleshoot HDMI connectivity issues

- How to set up a universal remote on Samsung TV