How To Fix Samsung TV Not Working With Firestick?

Do you have trouble connecting your Firestick device to your Samsung TV?

Some individuals struggle to connect their Firestick to their TVs, and finding solutions to these problems can be challenging.

This post will provide simple and quick fixes for your Samsung TV not working with Firestick.

1. Check The Power Cables And Firestick Sources.

Please note that the Firestick requires significant power, despite its small size.

Suppose your Samsung TV cannot supply sufficient power to the Firestick. In that case, it will not receive the necessary energy, resulting in the issue of your Samsung TV not working with the Firestick.

Right here are the things you must do to ensure that the Firestick gets enough energy required for proper functioning. 

• Double-check that the Firestick is plugged correctly into the power socket.
• Check whether all the cables are working properly
• Remove all the cables and wires and plug them back into the Firestick.

Remember that all the wires and everything should be plugged tight, and now check your Samsung TV not working with the Firestick issue is resolved. 

2. Try Using A Different Power Outlet For The Firestick.

The Firestick comes with the option to connect to a USB port. Luckily the Samsung TV has a lot of USB ports where only a few may not offer enough power for the Firestick to function. 

• Suppose your Firestick is connected to the Samsung TV through USB; try connecting it directly to a power outlet. 
• Use a different one if the Firestick is plugged into the power outlet. 

Note that some USB ports in the TV primarily do not provide 1A, which the Firestick needs to run. And this is why your Samsung TV is not working with Firestick. 

3. Cross-check Your HDMI Cables.

The HDMI cables connecting your Firestick and the Samsung TV must be in Tip-Top shape for proper functioning.

Therefore here are the steps to know if it is broken or faulty. 

• Ensure that the HDMI cables are tightly fitted into the Firestick and the Samsung TV.
• Remove the HDMI cables 
• Reinsert them again with proper care
• Opt for using a different HDMI port on your Samsung TV
• Check through the length of the HDMI cable for any dirt, or signs of damage 
• If there are any, replace the cable with a new one

At the end of these steps, you have to be confident that there is nothing wrong with the HDMI ports and cables. 

4. Reconnect Your Firestick

Below is a quick guide on reconnecting the Firestick to the Samsung TV that may help fix the Samsung TV not working with the Firestick issue. 

• Switch OFF your TV
• Plug out the Firestick from the HDMI cable.
• Wait for 5 to 10 minutes.
• Plug the Firestick back. 
• Wait for 3 minutes 
• Turn ON the Samsung TV
• Reconnect the Firestick to HDMI
• Press any button on the remote

We guess your issue might be solved now. 

5. Inspect The Compatibility Of Ports

Only some of your HDMI ports support all resolutions depending on your Samsung TV model.

If you have an old Samsung TV mode, some ports are compatible with 720p and 1080p only and have a dedicated 4K port. 

In contrast, the Firestick comes with 4K and non-4K versions. Hence the problem arises when you connect a non-4 K Firestick to a 4K HDMI port.

As a result, there will be compatibility issues, so your Samsung TV is not working with Firestick. 

• Check your Firestick to see whether it is 4K or non-4K.
• Similarly, check your TV for the resolutions it supports
• Connect the devices according to the port compatibility. 

Note that if you have a new Samsung TV model, there is good news that any HDMI ports are versatile and support any resolution. 

6. Make Use Of HDMI Extenders.

To increase the performance, Amazon has offered a bundled HDMI extender.

The extender helps to check the connectivity of the WiFi and fit of the Firestick with the Samsung HDMI port. 

7. Double-check The Input Sources Of Your TV

The Samsung TVs come with many HDMI ports and allow you to plug in multiple devices without troubling you to disconnect and reconnect them during usage.

And your Samsung TV not working with Firestick may be because of improper setting of the input sources. 

Below are the steps to a proper connection so that your Samsung TV works with the Firestick rather than displaying errors. 

• Press the Home button on your remote

• Choose Source
• Pick from the list of Input Sources the HDMI source of the Firestick.

This should signal your TV that you like to watch from the Firestick, not other devices. 

8. Opt For A Power Reset

• Turn ON your Samsung TV
• Remove the power cables from the socket.

• Wait for a minute
• Then plug the cables back into the TV

• Turn ON your TV

That’s it. We hope the issue with the Samsung TV not working with Firestick will get fixed, and you will see your TV working perfectly with the Firestick with this power reset. If not, no problem.

Follow the next method. 

9. Toggle The Anynet Or Anynet+

Samsung TV has a built-in program called Anynet or Anynet+ which lets you control other devices through its connected network and remote.

Unfortunately, this program sometimes creates problems with the Firestick, and finally, your Samsung TV is not working with Firestick. 

Therefore here are the steps to be followed to troubleshoot the issue. 

• Plug the Firestick into an HDMI port powered by the USB port.
• Long press the Refresh button (red colored button) until you see the message (Anynet+ device) popping out
• Click on Yes or OK (depends on your Samsung TV model)

After some time, create a connection between the Firestick and your Samsung TV. Then check whether the Samsung TV is not working with the Firestick problem disappearing. 

10. Update The Firestick Software

If you are using a newly bought Firestick, there is a high chance that it is using the original and outdated software; this is also a cause of the non-recognition problem, as the software is running on the old version. 

The Firestick is regularly updated to remove bugs and problems, so you must get the latest version once they release the updates. Here is a procedure to update the software on your Firestick.

• Head towards Settings

• Select My Fire TV
• Choose About
• Click on Check for Updates
• The updates will be downloaded and installed.
• Wait for the process to finish.

Be patient, and the updates usually take 5 to 15 minutes, depending on the size and strength of the internet connection. 

Why Won’t My Firestick Work On My Samsung TV? 

Plugging a Firestick into your TV generally includes Alexa features. However, there are times when people feel challenged to work together with these.

Here are the reasons or causes that explain why my Firestick won’t work on my Samsung TV. It is because there may be a non-recognition issue between the two devices. 

Issues Because Of Power

Firestick is usually a power-hungry device and draws up to 1A. Suppose your power cable or wall socket is damaged or broken; there is a high probability that you will get non-recognition issues. 

Issues Because Of HDMI Cables

HDMI cables send signals from the Firestick to your Samsung TV.

If these cables are defective or broken, you will undoubtedly face your Samsung TV black screen or Samsung TV not working with Firestick.

Hence it is essential to use a good quality HDMI cable even at your first stage to avoid any problems. 

Issues Because Of Ports

Some TVs consist of multiple HDMI ports to support different resolutions. Few ports run on 4K, while others run on 1080p signals.

You may have a Firestick with 4K, so you have to get HDMI cables with 720p or 1080p to function effectively. 

Issues Because Of Improper Connections

In some situations, you might find a loose connection between your devices; the culprit here is the connectivity.

Moreover, several connectivity issues occur if the Firestick does not fit appropriately into the HDMI port. 

The Last Line On Samsung TV Not Working With Firestick

If you have employed all the above tricks and techniques, but nothing seems to be in your favor, your TV may be incompatible with the Firestick. And it is time to get a new TV.

Before that, contact Amazon or Samsung Technical Support to resolve the Samsung TV not working with the Firestick issue.