How to Fix an Upside-Down Samsung TV Screen

The issue with screen rotation on a Samsung TV can occur if you accidentally press something on the remote (depending on the TV model) or connect a video source to the TV that broadcasts content in portrait mode.

Sometimes, the problem can also arise due to a technical malfunction, but this is rare. In most cases, the screen rotates 90 or 180 degrees. Therefore, it’s important to first think about what you’ve done with the TV before the image began to tilt or rotate.

Reasons for 90 or 180 Degrees Rotation

A 90-degree rotation usually indicates that portrait mode has been activated. However, when the screen rotates 180 degrees, the issue becomes more complicated. To figure out where things went wrong, press the TV’s menu button. If the menu appears normally, the problem is likely with the video source or the tuner settings. If the menu also appears upside down, it indicates an issue within the TV itself. Samsung advises contacting a service center in such cases, but in many instances, you can resolve the problem yourself. Here’s how to do it.

Samsung TV Screen Rotated 180 Degrees and Menu Also Upside Down

Such a problem doesn’t happen for no reason; there is usually a clear cause. It can occur if the TV’s motherboard was replaced, and the new motherboard is not properly calibrated to the screen type. Additionally, settings in the service menu may have been accidentally altered, especially if you opened it to make adjustments or out of curiosity.

In some cases, it’s just a simple glitch. Unplug the TV from the socket, wait for half a minute, and plug it back in. This can clear the cache, and the TV may automatically fix itself. If the screen remains upside down, further action may be needed.

Another possible cause could be an incorrect screen configuration. Since 2021, Samsung has used screens from manufacturers such as BOE and TCL CSOT. During production, the correct screen orientation is set, similar to how automatic rotation works on a smartphone. Changes to the matrix settings will only become noticeable after restarting the TV. Fortunately, you can correct these settings yourself through the service menu, and here’s how to do it.

Samsung TV Screen Rotated 90 Degrees

When the TV screen is rotated 90 degrees, the TV is in portrait mode. Some models, such as the Samsung Sero, are specially designed to support this mode. This allows you to view vertical videos — like those from TikTok or Instagram — in an optimal way.

Additionally, Samsung offers wall mounts that can manually or automatically rotate 90 degrees. Some TVs even switch to the correct display mode as soon as vertical content is detected. If your TV unexpectedly displays a vertical image, it is likely that a video signal in portrait mode is being played, such as from an HDMI connection or screen mirroring from your smartphone. Check the settings of the connected source. Faulty sensors, which can cause incorrect rotation, are extremely rare and usually only found in premium models like The Frame or high-end QLED TVs.

Samsung TV Screen Rotation Settings

If the image is upside down, you first need to determine whether the issue lies in the settings or if it’s a malfunction. If the TV menu also appears upside down, it almost certainly points to a setting that needs to be adjusted via the service menu.

First Way to Fix an Upside-Down Image (180 Degrees)

A common reason is an incorrectly set screen type. In the service menu, under the “Options” section, you’ll find information about the installed screen. This data is important because a wrong screen type selection can cause problems like overheating or poor image display. Compare the selected screen type with the data from the factory settings. If it doesn’t match, select the correct type and restart the TV. Never choose a larger or smaller size as this could cause significant damage. After restarting, the image should return to normal. Keep in mind that some adjustments only take effect after turning the TV off and on again.

Second Way to Fix an Upside-Down Image on a Samsung TV

Another option is to use the HV Flip function in the service menu. Under “MRT Option,” you will find this setting that allows you to flip the image horizontally (H Flip) or vertically (V Flip).

• H Flip mirrors the image horizontally.
• V Flip flips the image vertically.

These settings are easy to toggle on or off. After making the change, you’ll need to restart the TV to see the effect. Note that not all Samsung TVs have this option.

The Image is Upside Down, but the Menu Appears Normally

When the menu appears normally, but the image is upside down, the problem likely lies with the incoming signal. This often happens due to a misconfiguration of the tuner.

To check, you can switch inputs, for example, to HDMI, or start an app. If the image appears correctly there, you’ll know that the issue is with the tuner.

Through the service menu, you can go to “Option → Tuner” and change the tuner type. By selecting a different available tuner or enabling automatic detection, you can usually solve the issue quickly.