Use Smart Edge Blending with The Freestyle 2023

Last Update date : Jun 04. 2024

Samsung’s portable projector, The Freestyle 2023, can freely configure a variety of images with its compact design. If you have two of these projectors, you can use the Smart Edge Blending feature, which connects both units to form one seamless image. This lets you utilise a wide space in your home or office to show off artwork.1

1The Smart Edge Blending feature is available on The Freestyle's 2023 model. The two projectors and compatible smartphone must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Requires SmartThings. Feature currently supports image content only on select Galaxy and iOS devices. Video content is unsupported on iOS devices and requires future software updates on Galaxy devices (to be released in 2023) to support both image and video content. Place the camera so that the 8 markers on the projector screens are visible, then press the Blend button. The 8 screen markers should not overlap with each other. Images simulated for illustrative purposes. 

Smart Edge Blending Overview

Smart Edge Blending lets you place two Freestyle units next to each other in order to view a wide image, such as a piece of artwork. This can be done horizontally or vertically to view a landscape or portrait image. The overlapping area of the two images is automatically adjusted as if it were a single image.

Two The Freestyle projectors are displaying a landscape in a living room Two The Freestyle projectors are displaying a landscape in a living room

Landscape image

Two The Freestyle projectors are displaying a art piece on a wall Two The Freestyle projectors are displaying a art piece on a wall

Portrait image

A Galaxy phone is displaying The Freestyle screen from SmartThings next to a The Freestyle projector

Before you can use Smart Edge Blending, you will need to set up both projectors and then add them to the SmartThings app on your phone.

NOTE: The SmartThings App is available on Android and iOS devices. A Wi-Fi connection and a Samsung account are required. Data fees may apply.

1. Download the SmartThings App on your device's Play/App Store and install it on your phone

2. Open the SmartThings App

3. Press on the ‘+’ button

4. Choose Add device

5. Select Add under Samsung devices

6. Tap on Projector

7. Ensure that your projector is switched on. Select your device once it appears

8. An information box will appear on your projector screen with a PIN that you will need to enter into your phone

9. You can change the virtual location and name of your projector. Then press Done

Note: Steps may differ depending on model, device and software.

Two The Freestyle projectors are displaying the Edge Blending pattern on a wall

To set up Smart Edge Blending with two Freestyle projectors, you will need to make sure they are both added to the same Wi-Fi network. In addition, at least one of the projectors must be added to the SmartThings app on your phone (refer to the section above if you need assistance).

1 Place the two Freestyle projectors in your desired positions. Make sure they are parallel to each other on a flat surface.
2 Next, open the SmartThings app on your phone. Then, tap the Devices tab.
Two The Freestyle projectors are next to a Galaxy phone displaying a SmartThings screen
3 Look for one of The Freestyle and then tap its card.
Two The Freestyle projectors are next to a Galaxy phone displaying a SmartThings screen
4 Tap Smart Edge Blending and then tap New Configuration.
Two The Freestyle projectors are next to a Galaxy phone displaying the Smart Edge Blending screen
5 Then, select the second Freestyle on the Smart Edge Blending Device Settings screen. Tap Next.
Two The Freestyle projectors are next to a Galaxy phone displaying the Smart Edge Blending Settings screen
6 Select Landscape or Portrait and then tap Next.
Two The Freestyle projectors are next to a Galaxy phone displaying the Smart Edge Blending Layout screen
7 Then, manually adjust each projector. Ensure the sticker and the shadow on the guide screen overlap as much as possible and then tap Next.
Two The Freestyle projectors are next to a Galaxy phone displaying the Smart Edge Blending pattern
8 You will need to set the Edge Blending pattern. Position your phone in such a way that you can clearly see the projected guide screen image through the viewfinder. Once you are satisfied with the visual alignment, tap Blend.
A Galaxy phone displaying the Smart Edge Blending pattern
  • All eight rectangular markers on the guide screen should remain visible without overlapping.
  • The symbols that distinguish each projector on the left and right should remain visible.
  • All markings on the guide screen should be clearly visible and not curved or protruding.

Note: A brightly lit room may decrease the guide screen’s visibility.

9 Then, tap Confirm on the next screen to confirm the blending area.
Two The Freestyle projectors are next to a Galaxy phone displaying the Confirm Blending Area screen
10 Next, choose the image to display by tapping My Photos and then selecting your desired image. Using your finger, resize and move the image so that it fits properly on the screen. You can also select the options for Smart Crop and Screen Fit. Then, tap View on Blended Screen.
Two The Freestyle projectors are next to a Galaxy phone displaying a My Photos screen
11 To stop Smart Edge Blending, simply tap End Smart Edge Blending in the SmartThings app or select the Return button on The Freestyle’s remote control.
Two The Freestyle projectors are next to a Galaxy phone displaying a Smart Edge Blending screen

Notes:

  • When using the Smart Edge Blending feature, set the projection direction of both Freestyles to the front (with the Samsung logo pointing down). If you set the direction to the ceiling or rear, the function may not work properly.
  • It is recommended to position The Freestyle unit facing forward.
  • The Smart Edge Blending feature requires SmartThings version 1.8.5.24 or later on Android devices and SmartThings version 1.7.5.21 or later on iOS devices.
  • Galaxy devices support both image and video formats. iOS devices support images only.
  • The Picture Mode for Smart Edge Blending is automatically set to be the same for both projectors.
  • Only the Return, Power and Launch app buttons will function on The Freestyle’s remote control during Smart Edge Blending.
Two The Freestyle projectors are displaying two different landscape on a wall

If you’d like to display multiple images with Smart Edge Blending, you can create a slideshow.

1 After you’ve set up Smart Edge Blending using the steps in the previous section, navigate back to the SmartThings app and then tap The Freestyle’s card. Tap Smart Edge Blending and then tap My Photos.
Two The Freestyle projectors are next to a Galaxy phone displaying a My Photos screen
2 Select your photos and then tap Next.
Two The Freestyle projectors are next to a Galaxy phone displaying a My Photos screen

Note: Up to 30 photos can be selected when creating a slideshow.

3 Tap the Make a Slideshow icon at the top of the screen to open the Slideshow settings.
Two The Freestyle projectors are next to a Galaxy phone displaying a Slideshow screen
4 Select your desired slideshow options:
Two The Freestyle projectors are next to a Galaxy phone displaying a Slideshow Settings screen
  • Slideshow Duration: Set your desired duration, such as 3 minutes, 30 minutes or 1 hour.
  • Slideshow random: Tap the switch to shuffle the images at random.
  • Photo Options: Select Smart Crop to automatically crop the images to fit the screen or Screen Fit to display the images perfectly within the screen dimensions without any cropping or stretching.
5 Tap Back and then tap View on Blended Screen.
Two The Freestyle projectors are next to a Galaxy phone displaying a Slideshow screen
6 Your images will be sent to the projectors and the slideshow will start.
Two The Freestyle projectors are next to a Galaxy phone displaying a Slideshow screen
Two The Freestyle projectors are displaying a landscape by mirroring what is displayed on Galaxy phone

Smart View allows you to mirror your phone’s screen to a larger screen, which makes it easier to watch videos or other content. You can use this feature with Smart Edge Blending.

1 After you’ve set up Smart Edge Blending using the steps in the first section, navigate back to the SmartThings app and then tap The Freestyle’s card. Tap Smart Edge Blending and then tap Smart View.
Two The Freestyle projectors are next to a Galaxy phone displaying a Smart Edge Blending screen
2 Tap Start now on the pop-up when prompted.
Two The Freestyle projectors are next to a Galaxy phone displaying a Smart Edge Blending screen
3 Smart View will connect to the projectors and you can begin mirroring your phone’s screen.
Two The Freestyle projectors are next to a Galaxy phone displaying a Smart Edge Blending screen

Notes:

  • Depending on the network status, you may experience audio or video interruptions while using Smart View.
  • Mirroring (Smart View) may not function properly when using a 2.4 GHz connection. 5.0 GHz is recommended for both The Freestyles.
  • Mirroring (Smart View) is supported only on Samsung Galaxy devices.
Two The Freestyle projectors are next to a Galaxy phone displaying the Smart Edge Blending Settings screen

The following settings can be adjusted in the SmartThings app. To find these settings, tap The Freestyle’s card and then tap Smart Edge Blending and then tap the Settings icon next to Smart Edge Blending.

Two The Freestyle projectors are next to a Galaxy phone displaying a Smart Edge Blending screen
  • Brightness: The brightness can be adjusted for each projector. If you are using Landscape mode, select Left Screen or Right Screen; if you are using Portrait mode, select Top Screen or Bottom Screen. Then, tap the minus or plus sign under Brightness. You can also tap Reset next to Brightness Reset to start over if needed.
Two The Freestyle projectors are next to a Galaxy phone displaying the Brightness screen
  • Focus: The focus can be adjusted for each projector. If you are using Landscape mode, select Left Screen or Right Screen; if you are using Portrait mode, select Top Screen or Bottom Screen. Then, tap the arrows under Focus. You can also tap Auto Focus to automatically focus the image if needed.
Two The Freestyle projectors are next to a Galaxy phone displaying the Focus screen
  • Screen Adjustment: This can be used to fine-tune the results of Smart Edge Blending. Select the point you want to adjust and then use the directional arrows to move the image. Use the back and forward arrows to adjust the angle. Tap Reset next to Screen Adjustment Reset to start over if needed. When you are finished, tap Apply.
Two The Freestyle projectors are next to a Galaxy phone displaying the Screen Adjustment screen
  • Sound Output: You can use both projectors’ speakers for stereo sound output. Select Simultaneous or Separate to set your desired sound output.
Two The Freestyle projectors are next to a Galaxy phone displaying the Screen Output screen

Note: Only Galaxy devices support the Sound Output functions.

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