| Step | Action | Screenshot (concept) | |------|--------|----------------------| | | Launch rusamsungtvcommunicator . | | | 2 | Click «Обнаружить TV» – the app will list all Samsung TVs on the subnet. | | | 3 | Select your TV (e.g., UE55RU7100 ). | | | 4 | Press «Сопряжение» . For Legacy models: a PIN appears on the TV screen → type it in the dialog. For SmartThings: the app opens a browser window to log into your Samsung account. | | | 5 | Once paired, the UI switches to «Управление» . You can now control volume, channels, and launch apps. | |
Arch users can install from the AUR: yay -S rusamsungtvcommunicator . rusamsungtvcommunicator
It is most frequently associated with the SamyGO project , an open-source initiative dedicated to expanding the capabilities of Samsung TV firmware. Key Features and Use Cases | Step | Action | Screenshot (concept) |
: On some older models, it can be used to enable Personal Video Recording (PVR) features that were factory-disabled for certain markets. | | | 4 | Press «Сопряжение»
: When the tool first connects, a popup appears on the TV screen. You must select "Allow" to grant the PC remote control permissions.
✅ You have an older Samsung TV (pre-2018), want to automate it from a PC, or need keyboard input without using a physical remote. ❌ Avoid if: You have a new Samsung TV (2020+), expect a polished UI, or are uncomfortable with third-party network tools.
PVR (Personal Video Recorder) for recording live TV onto USB drives, or to change the TV's region. Network Setup: It requires your TV and PC to be on the same network, and you must "Allow" the connection on the TV screen when the software first tries to connect. Compatibility Warnings Firmware Limitations: The tool may not work on newer Samsung models (typically those manufactured after 2021) or those with the latest firmware updates, as Samsung has patched the network-based "secret code" vulnerabilities. Risk Level: Entering the Service Menu is risky. Changing the wrong setting can "brick" your TV (making it unbootable) or void your warranty. Antivirus Flags: Because it is an older, specialized executable that interacts with network ports, some security software may flag it as a potential threat. RoelBroersma.nl +2 Would you like the specific