On a Samsung TV, there is no single universal channel number for CBS, because it depends on how you’re watching (Samsung TV Plus vs. cable/antenna) and where you live.

Quick answer

  • On Samsung TV Plus (the free built‑in service on many Samsung TVs), CBS-branded channels typically appear around:
    • CBS (main FAST channel): 1005
    • Local CBS city feeds (Chicago, LA, Boston, etc.): often around the 1035–1039 range
    • CBS Sports HQ: around 1152
      These are example numbers from a common Samsung TV Plus lineup; your exact lineup can differ by region and model.
  • If you watch CBS as a regular broadcast/cable channel (not Samsung TV Plus), the channel number is set by your local provider and varies by city and service (Xfinity, Spectrum, DirecTV, etc.).

How to find CBS on Samsung TV (any setup)

Use these steps on your Samsung remote:

  1. Open the Guide or Channel List
    • Press the Guide or Channel List button.
    • Switch the source to “TV” or “Samsung TV Plus” depending on what you use.
  2. Use search (if available)
    • Many Samsung TVs have a channel or universal search.
    • Type “CBS” and select it from the results.
  1. Scan for over‑the‑air channels (antenna users)
    • Go to Settings → Broadcasting → Auto Program / Channel Scan.
    • Run a scan; CBS will typically be on a low number (often between 2–13) but the exact number is local.
  1. Check your cable/satellite lineup (if you use a box)
    • Open your provider’s on‑screen guide or website (e.g., “What channel is CBS on Xfinity in [your city]”).
    • That channel number is what will appear on your Samsung TV when tuned through the box.

Samsung TV Plus CBS examples

Here’s an example of how CBS shows up in some U.S. Samsung TV Plus lineups (this may not match yours exactly):

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<table>
  <tr><th>Channel name</th><th>Example Samsung TV Plus channel</th></tr>
  <tr><td>CBS (main)</td><td>1005</td></tr>
  <tr><td>CBS local feeds (Chicago, LA, Boston, etc.)</td><td>1035–1039</td></tr>
  <tr><td>CBS Sports HQ</td><td>1152</td></tr>
</table>

Because Samsung TV Plus lineups get updated and can differ by country and model, treat these as common examples , not guaranteed numbers for your TV.

If you still can’t find it

If “CBS” doesn’t appear in search or the guide:

  • You may need to:
    • Update your TV’s software in Settings → Support → Software Update.
    • Rescan channels.
    • Install a CBS / Paramount+ app from the Samsung app store and watch CBS content via streaming instead of a fixed channel number.

Information gathered from public forums or data available on the internet and portrayed here.