Content updated: 16 May 2013

Samsung offer the latest in 3D technology. From a wide range of 3D televisions, to enchance your viewing experience, to the latest in converting technology, which enables 2D content to be converted into 3D!

• Can I play my 2D video console games in 3D?
• Which Samsung 3D televisions have a 3D converter?
• How do I turn on my 3D settings and 3D converter?
• How do I connect my gaming console to my Samsung 3D TV?
• How do I stop the picture from blurring when I am playing a video game on my Samsung TV?
• Where can I buy 3D glasses, HDMI cables and other accessories?*
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Can I play my 2D video console games in 3D?  

Yes you can. With the 2D to 3D conversion in Samsung 3D televisions, you will be able to convert your current games and play them in 3D. Many of the gaming studios are also developing/releasing 3D games.

Please Note: You cannot play 3D video games on a 2D television.

Which Samsung televisions have a 3D converter?  

To find out whether your Samsung 3D television has a 3D converter, please refer to the table below. Click here if you need help finding your television's model number.

How do I turn on my 3D settings and 3D converter?  

To play your 3D games in 3D you will need to make sure that your 3D setting is turned on. To do this follow these instructions:

1. Press MENU button on the remote control to display the main menu.
2. Press the or button to select Picture and press the ENTER button.
3. Press the or button to select 3D and press the ENTER button.
4. Set 3D to On by using the or button and press the ENTER button.
5. Press MENU button to return to your picture.

To be able to play your 2D games in 3D, you need to make sure you have followed the instructions above first. Then you need to turn on your 3D converter, to do this press 2D to 3D converter button on your remote. To turn the 3D converter off, press the same button - this is to stop all your channels appearing in 3D.

How do I connect my games console to my Samsung 3D television?  

To play your games in 3D you will need to connect your console to your TV via an HDMI cable. If you need to purchase an HDMI cable or any other accessories click here.*

*Samsung Direct is the official online store for Samsung in the United Kingdom, operated by CEMOBIT.  

Insert the HDMI cable into the back of your console in the 'HDMI Out' port. Insert the other end of your HDMI cable into the rear of your TV in the 'HDMI In' port.

Please note: not all video game consoles are HDMI compatible. Please use the table below to see if your console is HDMI compatible.

For further information on your console, please refer to the manufacturer's website by clicking the appropriate link:

Nintendo Wii

Nintendo Wii U

Sony Playstation 3

Microsoft Xbox 360

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To see a diagram showing the connection for your TV model, please click on your TV model number in the table below. Click here if you need help finding your television's model number.

HDMI connection for the following Samsung television models: ES9000; ES8000; ES7000; ES6900; ES6710; D8000 (LED); D7000; D6530; D6510; D6100

HDMI connection for the following Samsung television models: ES6800; ES6300

HDMI connection for the following Samsung television models: EH6030

HDMI connection for the following Samsung television models: E6500; E550; E490

HDMI connection for the following Samsung television models: D8000 (Plasma)

HDMI connection for the following Samsung television models: D550

HDMI connection for the following Samsung television models: D495; D490

HDMI connection for the following Samsung television models: C9000

*Samsung also produced a wall mounted version.

HDMI connection for the following Samsung television models: D6900; C8000; C7000

How do I stop the picture blurring when I am playing a video game on my Samsung television?   

To avoid 'motion judder' or 'blurring' when playing games it is best to use the Game Mode on your TV. This will allow you to enjoy a more realistic gaming experience. This can be accessed as follows:

1. Press the MENU button on the remote control to display the main menu.

2. Press the  or  button to select Setup.  (If you need to enter your security number, please enter your own pin or the default pin 0000)

3. Press the  or  button to select General and press the ENTER button.

4. Press the or button to select Game Mode and press the ENTER button.

5. Set Game Mode to On by using the  or  button.

6. Press the ENTER button to confirm the settings.

When not playing games, please remember to cancel the Game Mode in the Setup menu

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