How To Find Your Samsung TV Model Number

Most of the time we may not have even given it a second thought to look for a model number on our TV. Samsung has put more effort into the model number than one would think. There are a few ways to access this model number, depending on what works best for you. 

Samsung’s model number can explain a lot about where your TV came from, what generation it is, what country it was made for, and much more. We will be focusing on how to find the model number and some tips that can be very useful once the number has been acquired.

Locating The Model Number on Samsung TV

Samsung has been producing TVs since 1969. They have created an extended line of TVs in the past years to cater to a wide range of users. For manufacturing and retailers to stay organized, the model number is located in the same locations for all models created since 2002. There are multiple locations of the model number which are listed below. 

Here are the steps to retrieve the model number.

1. Using the TV remote, access the Settings menu.
2. Select the “Support” option
   
   
3. Select the “About This TV”. This will then display the model number along with other useful information about the TV

Model Number Locations

The model number can be located on the back of the TV. Look for a sticker on the back of the TV. It will be near other numbers including the device serial number. This is helpful if you are unable to turn it on or have easy access to see the back of the TV.

If the sticker is removed or cannot be located on the back of the TV, the model number can be located inside the TV’s software. This way is most helpful if the TV is mounted or in a hard-to-reach spot. 

Samsung adopted Tizen software on all models of Smart TVs since 2015, which means that all models will have a very similar if not the same, exact way of searching through the device. If you would like to learn more about Tizen software technology, Samsung has more information about it here. 

Another way to find the model number is if looking at the original receipt from the purchase. It can also be found on the original box the TV came in.

Difference Between Model Number and Serial Number

There are some distinct differences between a model number and a serial number. It’s important to get it right to prevent errors. 

Model Number

A model number is the same for each type of Samsung TV that is produced. If you purchase two of the same TVs they will have the same model number.

The characters in the model number may look like they are randomly generated during production but actually have a much deeper meaning and are deliberately created.

Each character serves a very specific purpose within the model number. Samsung TV models uncover a lot of information about your device including, screen size, resolution, model, manufacturing region, and even the year it was released. 

Samsung has a support page that gives you more information on what each group of numbers and letters means.

Serial Number

There is also another code associated with the device called serial number. The serial number is a unique series of letters and or numbers that are given to each specific device. If you purchase two of the same TVs, the serial numbers will be different and the model numbers will be the same. This is used for different reasons than the model number including looking up warranty information or needing to get the device serviced. 

Why Do You Need a Model Number?

Samsung has created the model number for a variety of purposes. Here are a few reasons why having the model number is important and useful to have on hand.

• Retail stores use this for organization and to assure you’re getting the proper TV during purchase. 
• Samsung will need a model number to get the device serviced by them. 
• If you resell the TV, the purchaser can look up the model number to see the details about their purchase.
• If your TV does not have automatic updates, you would need the model number to get the updates online.
• If you are buying a new TV you can reference your current model number with the new TV you plan to purchase, to verify you are purchasing an updated version.