TV split in dark color and the other half is litter

Last Update date : 2025-05-06

Are you experiencing an issue with your Samsung TV where the screen is split in half, with one side displaying a dark color and the other side showing scattered pixels or "litter"? This can be a frustrating problem to deal with, especially if you're trying to enjoy your favorite TV show or movie. But don't worry - there are a few troubleshooting steps you can take to try and resolve the issue. In this guide, we'll walk you through some of the common causes of a split, dark, and littered TV screen and provide tips on how to fix them.

 Display Half Side Dark

For Display Half Side Dark troubleshooting, kindly proceed with the following instructions: 

Step 1. First step is to reset your TV by following the steps indicated in How to reset my Samsung TV.

Step 2. Reconfirm issue is resolved by following the below steps:

Settings Menu Settings Menu

Step 1. Navigate to and open Settings.

All Settings All Settings

Step 2. Tap All Settings.

Support Support

Step 3. Choose Support.

Device Care Device Care

Step 4. Select Device Care.

Self Diagnosis Self Diagnosis

Step 5. Press on Self Diagnosis .

Picture test Picture test

Step 6. Select Picture test, then tap OK on the remote and follow the on-screen instructions.

Note:

  • If the screen is still defective during the picture test, then contact our support team.
  •   If you have any questions after verifying the solutions mentioned above, please call our contact center for help with your inquiry. Our helpful agents will be there to help you.

*The features mentioned can be available on specific models. Please refer to your user manual for more information.

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