Controling Multiple TV's (of the same brand) Independently

Sweet Mike · 06-29-2009, 07:46 PM

Hello All,

I have just bought 2 Samsung LCD's TV and am looking for a solution to an unanticipated problem. I plan to mount the units side by side but with the intention of controlling them independently.

The problem of course is, how do I accomplish this? Since the TV's are the same make and model, they are addressed (coded) the same. Meaning if I change the channel on 1 TV it will similarly change on the other.

The only solution I can think of is to go with with RF/IR remote like the Harmony 890 and control 1 TV with RF and the other with IR.

I was hoping someone out there had a more elegant and cheaper solution.

Thanks,

Mike

**PFC5** · 06-29-2009, 08:02 PM

I know Panasonic models usually allow such thing by assigning a different code for each, but not sure about Samsung. i suspect it will but you will have to look through the advanced sections of the setup menus to find it most likely.

Good luck & welcome to the forum!

Sweet Mike · 06-29-2009, 08:06 PM

I will check it out. Thanks.

06-29-2009, 07:46 PM	#1
Sweet Mike What is HD? Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 2	Controlling Multiple TV's (of the same brand) Independently Hello All, I have just bought 2 Samsung LCD's TV and am looking for a solution to an unanticipated problem. I plan to mount the units side by side but with the intention of controlling them independently. The problem of course is, how do I accomplish this? Since the TV's are the same make and model, they are addressed (coded) the same. Meaning if I change the channel on 1 TV it will similarly change on the other. The only solution I can think of is to go with with RF/IR remote like the Harmony 890 and control 1 TV with RF and the other with IR. I was hoping someone out there had a more elegant and cheaper solution. Thanks, Mike Last edited by Sweet Mike; 06-29-2009 at 07:52 PM.

06-29-2009, 08:02 PM	#2
PFC5 Super Moderator Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 28,349	I know Panasonic models usually allow such thing by assigning a different code for each, but not sure about Samsung. i suspect it will but you will have to look through the advanced sections of the setup menus to find it most likely. Good luck & welcome to the forum! __________________ Denon AVR-887 Klipsch RP-5 Pwred Towers (mains) (525 watts peak each 12"Subs) All Klipsch RC-25(ctr),(2)SS1(surr),(2)SS1(rearSurr) Toshiba (2)HD-A20,PS3,BD35 For SACD/DVD-A Samsung HD-841 Panny 50pz80u plasma SETTINGS RCA HD50LPW162 50"DLP w/HD2+ SA 3250HD 47" LCD+Yamaha5790+HD-A1(bedroom) Harmony 680 + (2) 670s (amazing remote/support) Game room with Onkyo receiver & B&W Speakers The_Cable_Game Take the high ground and be happier

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06-29-2009, 08:06 PM	#3
Sweet Mike What is HD? Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 2	I will check it out. Thanks.