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mnestheus
11-17-08, 05:06 PM
...but don't gamble-stay away from these things like you'd stay away from a poison pill.

OK, let me put it this way: Is there anyone who is problem-free and happy with their 30" Slimfit?

ChuloMan5
11-18-08, 03:04 PM
OK, let me put it this way: Is there anyone who is problem-free and happy with their 30" Slimfit?

I have had mine for almost two years now and have been beyond happy with it. There was noticable overscan when I first got it but it was easily fixed in the service menu.

There is bowing, but only when you look for it. It's pretty minor on my set.

I've read all the horror stories about this set online but I guess I'm one of the lucky ones.

The picture is incredible as well... looks better than many 720p LCDs I've seen.

mnestheus
11-19-08, 02:42 PM
And last question: What's the difference between the TXT3093WH and TXT3093H?

xraffle
11-20-08, 03:49 PM
I have had mine for almost two years now and have been beyond happy with it. There was noticable overscan when I first got it but it was easily fixed in the service menu.

There is bowing, but only when you look for it. It's pretty minor on my set.

I've read all the horror stories about this set online but I guess I'm one of the lucky ones.

The picture is incredible as well... looks better than many 720p LCDs I've seen.

Ah, but you see, you have bowing and overscan problems, but you easily overlook them. There are people who are happy with their Slimfits, but there's no such thing as a 100% flawless one.

I wish there is some way I can sell mine on Ebay. I'm just so unhappy with mine.

WJonathan
11-20-08, 08:58 PM
And last question: What's the difference between the TXT3093WH and TXT3093H?

I think one had side speakers and one had bottom speakers. Somebody correct me.

reppa
11-23-08, 01:44 AM
Just wondering if anyone has used a blue ray player and watched movies on the slimfit. Just want to get some opinions on how the picture looks. thanks

xraffle
11-24-08, 10:01 AM
Does anyone here still own a Slimfit? Because I think there are only a few of us who have it now. Everyone else's Slimfit probably broke down.

TrueBlueLS
11-24-08, 11:59 PM
I've still got mine. I kind of fear it going out, but at least it's under warranty for about another year and a half. Hell... if they can't fix it then, who knows what I can get for the money!

reppa
11-25-08, 10:40 AM
Mine is still working great and I still have another year and a half warranty like TrueBlueLS. I'm not sure how the warranty works. I guess they try to fix it and then maybe replace it with a refurb. Or maybe even cut you a check for the purchase price. Just a guess. Anyone have to use the warranty and if so, how did they take care of it?

xraffle
11-25-08, 03:34 PM
I guess you all must've bought the extended warranty. I didn't, so the warranty on mine is already over. But shhhhh, don't say that in front of my TV. These Slimfits tends to fail the minute it knows that its warranty is up.

The Lizard King
11-25-08, 03:48 PM
OK, let me put it this way: Is there anyone who is problem-free and happy with their 30" Slimfit?
Yes, I am. I have a TX-T3092WH for about a year and a half and have had no issues with it.

TLK :cool:

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The Lizard King
11-25-08, 03:50 PM
I think one had side speakers and one had bottom speakers. Somebody correct me.
The TX-T3092WH has the speakers below the screen, and the TX-T3093WH has the speakers left and right of the screen.

TLK :cool:

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xraffle
11-25-08, 08:05 PM
Yes, I am. I have a TX-T3092WH for about a year and a half and have had no issues with it.

Wow, since you don't have any geometry problem with yours, consider yourself lucky. I have geometry problems, but I easily overlook it. I have some horizontal bowing. As weird as it may seem, my geometry issue isn't noticeable on scrolling tickers because the bowing is located more towards the middle of the screen. But again, this is easily overlooked for two reasons: you don't notice this when watching regular programs and no CRT I've seen has perfect geometry. There is only one issue that really bugs me on my Slimfit, but since I said it so many times already, I'd rather not say it anymore.

I just saw a beautiful 32" Samsung LCD HDTV on sale for $580 at PC Richards today and the sale ends tomorrow. But since I have this Slimfit instead, I can't buy another TV at the moment. It sucks but what ya gonna do?

xraffle
11-27-08, 12:37 AM
I gave in and bought the LCD HDTV. I couldn't resist. This thing is a beauty and has the best picture quality I've ever seen. I admit, Samsung sucks in their Slimfit department, but with LCDs, they rock. Don't let this bad experience with your Slimfit discourage you from buying a Samsung LCD. They are awesome! I highly recommend them over a Sony.

Beerfizz
12-10-08, 10:05 AM
Hi,

I have a TX-S3082 which has bowing inward at all 4 corners and also coloration on the top left and bottom right corners.

Can someone please give me a link to or provide me with the service manual for this TV and

Can someone please tell me where I can download a calibration disk.

Thanks for all help
Phil

xraffle
12-12-08, 11:02 PM
Well, I did it. I gave my Slimfit away to the handyman in my building because he always appreciates hand-me-downs. I'm so glad to get that POS out of my sight.

The Lizard King
12-13-08, 09:33 PM
Well, I did it. I gave my Slimfit away to the handyman in my building because he always appreciates hand-me-downs. I'm so glad to get that POS out of my sight.
Does this mean that you're going to stop posting in this forum from now on?

TLK :cool:

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xraffle
12-13-08, 10:23 PM
Does this mean that you're going to stop posting in this forum from now on?

TLK :cool:

Yes, I guess so, but then again I'm posting here now. :)

Anyways, the handyman in my building loves the TV and for some reason, he doesn't notice the flicker. Well, I'm glad someone enjoys it.

JaeP
12-16-08, 02:10 AM
Can I hook up a PS3 and watch blu ray discs in high definition (1080i) with my TV set?

Beerfizz
12-16-08, 09:19 AM
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JaeP
12-16-08, 11:39 AM
Yes, I am. I have a TX-T3092WH for about a year and a half and have had no issues with it.

TLK :cool:

http://static.flickr.com/115/***************************

I have a TX-P3075WH and so far I have no issues. I don't have cable so I get my signals over the air. I'm planning on buying a blu-ray player (PS3) but don't know if it'll work. There's no HDMI connection in the back of the set. Is there such a thing as a HDMI to DVI cable?

TrueBlueLS
12-16-08, 07:59 PM
Monoprice should carry what you are looking for. Now remember that it might not work between the PS3 to HDTV because it could have troubles with HDCP with the DVI connector.

mr_fipps
12-17-08, 05:35 PM
Hello. Does anyone have a copy of the service manual for the Samsung Slimfit TX-R3079WH? It seems to have disappeared from the internet.

Also - very disappointed this model does not output audio from component inputs.

Unknown Agent
12-19-08, 11:26 PM
Hello. Does anyone have a copy of the service manual for the Samsung Slimfit TX-R3079WH? It seems to have disappeared from the internet.

Also - very disappointed this model does not output audio from component inputs.


http://www.webfilehost.com/?mode=viewupload&id=5275209



I have the Tx-R3080WH and it doesn't turn on anymore. No red light or beep. :mad:

Unknown Agent
12-26-08, 03:27 PM
I don't think it's worth saving so I am going to take it to a recycling plant and be done with it. Sometimes in life you just have to admit defeat.

xraffle
12-27-08, 08:50 PM
I don't think it's worth saving so I am going to take it to a recycling plant and be done with it. Sometimes in life you just have to admit defeat.
Yup, now go buy an LCD. The Slimfits are junk.

dr.whatshisname
12-28-08, 01:42 PM
I saw this TV yesterday at CC.

The overall picture quality is 10-20% worst than a regular Samsung 30" HDTV.

The picture is out of focus when you are using an analog signal (it was on ch 55 at CC). The text quality is worst than a regular TV in this mode.

The picture quality is acceptable when you are using a HDTV source (on Component 1 at CC). It is not as good as any Sony CRT HDTV.

Geometric distortion is Ok but not great.

The holes on the phosphorus screen mask are huge. You can see each one within 2 feet (not sure about the exact distance) from the TV.

If you think a reduction of 8-9 inches in depth is important, then buy this TV.

If you are interested in picture quality, I would not buy it.

heard it really was horrible by consumer reports

etrooney
12-28-08, 04:29 PM
I did my best to search this thread, but didn't find an answer.

The blurring on the left and right sides started a couple of days ago and is about 4" on both sides. Is there anyway to correct this or tweak it through the service menu or other option?

Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks in advance.

mnestheus
12-29-08, 07:13 AM
So I have a new TX-T3093WHX. There's no high-pitched sounds, geometry issues, or explosions. The only thing that I'm noticing is the slight blue tint in the upper-left corner and seeming red tint in the upper-right. Suggestions?

Is this the issue that called for a calibration or service call for a new power supply?

Thanks.

sah0724
12-31-08, 08:11 AM
Hello guys,

This is my first post and unfortunately it's a negative experience about the slim-fits. I've had my Samsung 30 inch for about 2 years and everything was good until a minute ago when I had a brownout, I turn the tv back on and now the screen is very greenish around the corners, I have no idea what to do.

I just sold a couple items so I'm ready to buy a t.v. I can do about 500 the highest since this is a bedroom tv.

Please advise.

xraffle
12-31-08, 01:44 PM
I just sold a couple items so I'm ready to buy a t.v. I can do about 500 the highest since this is a bedroom tv.

Please advise.
They don't sell Slimfit anymore.

WJonathan
12-31-08, 08:09 PM
Hello guys,

This is my first post and unfortunately it's a negative experience about the slim-fits. I've had my Samsung 30 inch for about 2 years and everything was good until a minute ago when I had a brownout, I turn the tv back on and now the screen is very greenish around the corners, I have no idea what to do.

I just sold a couple items so I'm ready to buy a t.v. I can do about 500 the highest since this is a bedroom tv.

Please advise.

Now when you say you had a brownout...kidding.

I've heard of this happening on CTRs, and it may be a temporary condition. After a few on/off cycles the degauss procedure may fix the problem. Don't panic. Yet.

irilacnek
02-11-09, 10:32 AM
i have a txs3082whx/xaa and the video settings reset after about 20-30 minutes after i change them.
this just started happening a week or so ago, after owning the t.v. for more than 2 years.
is there a Lithiuon ion battery in there that holds the settings memory or is there an option in the service menu to fix this?

irilacnek
02-11-09, 10:47 AM
i have a txs3082whx/xaa and the video settings reset after about 20-30 minutes after i change them.
this just started happening a week or so ago, after owning the t.v. for more than 2 years.
is there a Lithiuon ion battery in there that holds the settings memory or is there an option in the service menu to fix this?

DISREGARD
apparently my t.v. was in "shop Mode"
all you have to do is hold MENU on your t.v. for 3 seconds and it will put the set into or out of "shop mode"

healyp4
02-22-09, 02:40 PM
Hi there,

I have a Samsung THX3082WHX. This may be a stupid question, but do you know if the TV allows you to get audio from any of the RCA inputs when the video is coming in through one of the HDMI inputs? I connected my Macbook to the TV via a Mini DVI to HDMI adapter and of course the Macbook only outputs video through its Mini DVI port. I tried to get audio by connecting a 3.5mm jack to the Macbooks audio out and plugging in the RCA end into the TV's inputs. But, sadly no sound. Do you know how I can get sound without using external speakers? Thanks

robthedonkey
02-28-09, 05:11 PM
Does anyone know what Samsung is doing with warranties anymore? I'm tempted to take the current one in now that it's starting to have issues. Recently I got a faint color blob in the top right, and the verticals are all screwed up on the sides.

I had a TX-R3079WH and there was a brightness issue I couldn't see anything while watching a darker movie such as The Count of Monty Cristo. They said the parts that were broken weren't serviceable so it was replaced under manufacture warranty. Since the TX-R3079WH wasn't being produced anymore they replaced it with a TX-S3082WH.

Last time they warned me some of it comes with the territory of the slim fits, I'm just curious are they going to be able to do anything this time? Last time I drove it up to Vancouver Washington from Portland Oregon it was a pain in the neck. After the replacement of the first set I took the 3 year extension on the warranty by the way, I figured for the price I should probably at least guarantee myself a working set till I graduate college.

My lesson learned from this experience, just because one model worked great doesn't mean you should go buy another model with less homework. We have a TX-R2678WH in the family room and couldn't be happier with it, the thing is just as good as it was from day one.

wildshutter
03-10-09, 03:05 PM
hi there.

I tried the link halfway up on this page and its not working, does anybody know where I can find a service manual for these tv's more specifically the tx-t2793h

if anybody has any idea where I can find that it would be much appreciated.

antennamonkey
04-13-09, 08:17 AM
I am wondering if there are any tech out there who have info on why the slimfit 30" picture bows after a few years. I have 2 of these sets. I think the picture is excellent but I need to fix this problem. I have avarage electronics skills. I have found a burned up looking pot on the yoke circut board of both of my sets but they test good. 5k to 50k. Please help.

Prof.Who
05-04-09, 02:53 PM
Hi, I have a TXS3082WHX/XAA and today the TV started making a very loud buzzing noise a few minutes after it was turned on. Does anyone know what could be causing this problem? I would love to be able ot fix it myself or at least know what the problem is before I take it in to get fixed (it is pretty heavy and I really don't want to move it).

ATPTourFan
05-10-09, 01:14 PM
My mother in law has a 30" slimfit Samsung (speakers on side) which has been connected via HDMI to her 6412 Motorola DVR box since installation. The HDMI connection was always the best and showed almost no bowing, so we were all happy with the TV for years.

I just visited her house on Mothers' Day and immediately noticed nasty waves traveling down the display. It looks like old analog distortion from NTSC broadcasts with sync problems or something...

I turned the TV off, disconnected EVERY cable from the back (except the power cord) and powered TV back on. TV shows this same wavy distortion independent of video source! It's awful.

Searching this thread, it seems that perhaps the power supply might be on the way out. She doesn't use any power filter/Surge suppression or UPS on this TV.

Has there been any consensus on this particular symptom's cause and repair? I'd appreciate anyone's input. Thx.

WJonathan
05-11-09, 01:01 PM
To both of the previous posters, yes lots of power supply failures on the Slimfits. I suppose if you have your own shop and lots of spare parts, you could fix it cheaply, but then again you could spend that effort on a bigger, better quality set. Unfortunately the Slimfits (in my opinion) are not worth fixing.

Prof.Who
05-11-09, 03:01 PM
My mother in law has a 30" slimfit Samsung (speakers on side) which has been connected via HDMI to her 6412 Motorola DVR box since installation. The HDMI connection was always the best and showed almost no bowing, so we were all happy with the TV for years.

I just visited her house on Mothers' Day and immediately noticed nasty waves traveling down the display. It looks like old analog distortion from NTSC broadcasts with sync problems or something...

I turned the TV off, disconnected EVERY cable from the back (except the power cord) and powered TV back on. TV shows this same wavy distortion independent of video source! It's awful.

Searching this thread, it seems that perhaps the power supply might be on the way out. She doesn't use any power filter/Surge suppression or UPS on this TV.

Has there been any consensus on this particular symptom's cause and repair? I'd appreciate anyone's input. Thx.

That sounds like a similar problem that my TV had last year. It was still under warranty then and the tech that came out to fix it simply turned a screw on the power regulator and the problem went away. He said it has something to do with the limits being messed up or something.

To both of the previous posters, yes lots of power supply failures on the Slimfits. I suppose if you have your own shop and lots of spare parts, you could fix it cheaply, but then again you could spend that effort on a bigger, better quality set. Unfortunately the Slimfits (in my opinion) are not worth fixing.

I feel that way too, but my wife is not ready for me to go out and buy a Panny G10 yet.

ATPTourFan
05-13-09, 11:07 AM
That sounds like a similar problem that my TV had last year. It was still under warranty then and the tech that came out to fix it simply turned a screw on the power regulator and the problem went away. He said it has something to do with the limits being messed up or something.


Hmm... Thanks for the info. That would be great if something simply needed to be tightened.

Does anyone else have any info regarding this issue?

Enigmacpl03
06-07-09, 10:38 PM
I know its an older model but does anyone on the forum still have a TXT3093? I screwed up my geometry settings on the TV and Iv tried to get it as best as possible but its still not good. I wanted to know If anyone who has this tv can you please list your settings for deflective and local line correction if possible

joeroma5
06-09-09, 03:51 PM
Hi - I own a TX-S3079WH that I bought about 3 1/2 years ago that finally seems to have given up. Last night, while shutting the system off, I had a big flash followed by a bright spot in the middle of the screen, then followed by a red line that went horizontal across the screen.
I turned the tv back on, and although the picture came back on - it was very "green". Re-shut it off, and then I unplugged the TV for awhile to 'reset' it. That seemed to help a little once I turned it back on - was able to tweak the colors to get them sort-of back the way they were... then upon shutting it off, the Flash/dot/line occurred again, and even after leaving it unplugged overnight, nothing seems to get the 'green' out.

Being over 3 years since purchase, I imagine it's well out of warranty with Samsung. Has this ever happened to anyone else??? I'm presuming it's the tube. Is it worth getting someone out to look at it for repair?

rollin633
07-09-09, 11:43 AM
I own a txs3082whx,the Sears repairman just gave me a estimate of $671.39 to replace the tube (crt). This tv is only 2 and a half years old. Looks like I'm on the hunt for a new one.....

jjb220
07-19-09, 06:04 PM
I own a txs3082whx,the Sears repairman just gave me a estimate of $671.39 to replace the tube (crt). This tv is only 2 and a half years old. Looks like I'm on the hunt for a new one..... Are you near Connecticut? I have a spare tube

jjb220
07-19-09, 06:23 PM
Hello to all that are still checking this thread because alot of people deemed these sets junk and have moved on to other types of displays. I know these sets have a bad rep but I have seen them new with perfect pictures. I have 4 of these sets in my repair shop and they all came in with different problems but the end seems to be the same. Once I get the picture back, its a jumpy picture with bright seens or whites. Geometry problems and buzzing or squeals. I have been able to tune in the picture on a generator but when I return to normal tv watching the problems come back. Has anyone done the repairs or had them done for what I describe? I have been into the power supply and everything seems good with voltages and components. The repairs that I have done on these are TXR3079 replaced FBT and HOT. Another TXR3079 replaced capacitor in the Horiz deflection to stop streching picture and shutdown. Again another TXR3079 replaced yoke and last is TXR3082WH replaced FBT. Finally I guess my question is has anyone seen this after a repair (the jumpy picture) and what was done to resolve it. Thanks, John

robthedonkey
07-20-09, 11:50 PM
Has anyone else had issues with the darks and shadows just going to black? This is my second one that's done it after some time. With the first one the techs didn't have a clue what I was talking about but the yoke was also shot so they replaced it.

Maybe I'm being too picky with this set but I find it hard to believe that it should be difficult to watch darker movies like, Count of Monte Cristo, Casino Royal, and Collateral.

Any suggestions, I'm wondering if it's a calibration issue, I tired adjusting the contrast and brightness but in order to see a decent picture the blacks turn gray.

rollin633
07-23-09, 09:16 PM
Are you near Connecticut? I have a spare tube

I live in Michigan....What do ya want for the tube?

KingSmoth
07-24-09, 03:02 AM
I've been pleased with my 3082 since I bought it in Nov 06. The first one I bought had heavy green spots in the upper left and right corners, among other things. I took it back and swapped for another one. Although it had a small spot in the upper right corner, I decided to keep it because it was so faint, and really only noticeable on the blue screen.
I hope it still has a lot of life in it, but it is just a secondary TV, so if it craps out on me(which seems likely from this thread) I'll just get another plasma.
I'm not looking forward to hauling this thing around when I move next month, ugh...

jjb220
07-27-09, 03:17 PM
I dont want anything for it but to get it to you I think we are asking for more than its worth.

kencaliri
07-28-09, 09:39 PM
hi all, i have a txs3082whx/xaa. i have had the unit for a few years now and have never had a complaint about it , until now. the screen will randomly flash repeatedly a whitish color with the picture coming in and out along with a ticking noise. it will eventually stop, but if it doesn't , then i change the a/v channels and it will stop but sometimes it will continue to flash when i get back to the input it started on.. as of now i have only seen this happen on HDMI.

my wife thinks it will blow up and i'll be picking shards off glass out of her skull... i assure her it won't ( i really have no clue and have pictured it happening to me too :p ) but i was wondering why it does this. maybe a power issue? maybe excessive dust inside the unit? any help would be greatly appreciated thanks!

SandiB
08-21-09, 02:17 AM
I also have a TX-t2793H, and it just beeps an shuts off when I hit the POWER button. The red light flickers, it beeps those circus beeps, and then dies. If I am lucky i see a light flash to lower right.

Has anyone ever repaired this? I have all of just a couple weeks of use out of this, though I bought it 1.5 years ago.

Hi guys well my TX-T2793H tv is dead. I stopped using it for a week or so and started using back my insignia. Placed it in the hall one day to watch some dvd on it but started watching boxing and while i was watching boxing the darn tv just shut off left one green line through the tv and went off and would never come back on. When its put on u hear like the sound kicks in but no visual but it kicks right back off. The is is like the 3rd time iv'e ever put on the tv and its brand new and only have it for like a month now. Well seeing like how i live out of the US and the tv was bough there and i already throw away the box i had to take it to my local tv repair shop. I got some feedback from them in a few days and they told me that the "Vertical Deflection" I.C. went bad and that is responsible for opening the image vertically. So now i need to buy a I.C. Model "STV9381" at location "IC 30L" so now i need one of those. If anyone here knows where i can buy such an IC online please let me know thanks.

rollin633
09-02-09, 08:15 PM
the screen will randomly flash repeatedly a whitish color with the picture coming in and out along with a ticking noise. it will eventually stop, but if it doesn't , then i change the a/v channels and it will stop but sometimes it will continue to flash when i get back to the input it started on..

I had the same deal....It was bad news tho. I got sears to come out and look at mine. They said it was the tube, and it would cost over $600 to fix it. I also called a couple of local repair shops and got the same answer.

GlassDice
09-03-09, 06:09 AM
i have an 30'' samsung slimtube tx-s3082wh. Went to turn the TV on and all of a sudden it's not working. Audio and video don't come on. It makes a clicking sound, seems like it's trying to do something. Anyone have any ideas?:what:

Xeta_japi
11-15-09, 11:31 AM
Hi

I bought PS3 and i have problems turning 1080i mode on with my samsung WS-32Z308P slim TV. Any idea what is wrong or how to fix it?

Thanks for any help

The Lizard King
11-25-09, 10:20 AM
Has anyone ever figured out how to activate the Zoom1 and Zoom2 in the Picture --> Size menu with progressive signals via component or HDMI? If it can be done, I assume that needs to be done through the service menu.

I have my LaserDisc player running through a Faroudja NRS scaler set to 720p using the component inputs on the TV. The Faroudja's "letterbox" mode zooms in on the letterboxed LDs way too much and clips off a significant portion of the picture, left and right. As a result, I just leave the Faroudja in 4:3 mode, which for letterboxed movies, windowboxes the picture (black all around the picture) in order to see the whole film frame. I was hoping that I could use at least the Zoom1 control of the TV to fill the screen better, but I can't.

So, again, does anyone know how to activate Zoom1 and Zoom2 with progressive signals (component or HDMI) through the service menu?

TLK :cool:

Jeppy
12-10-09, 08:57 AM
I also have a TX-t2793H, and it just beeps an shuts off when I hit the POWER button. The red light flickers, it beeps those circus beeps, and then dies. If I am lucky i see a light flash to lower right.

Has anyone ever repaired this? I have all of just a couple weeks of use out of this, though I bought it 1.5 years ago.

SandiB... I just found your post in the avsforum.com site posted 08-21-09, 02:17 AM regarding an issue with a TX-t2793H. I have the exact same issue with the exact same tv. I took my tv into a Samsung authorized service center and was told the "main board" was fried and needed to be replaced. The price I was quoted just for the "main board" was $265.00 plus labor to install it. The problem is that Samsung no longer makes the part and I have been searching for a replacement on the internet. I have had absolutely no luck finding a replacement. I found your post and wanted to see if you had any luck. My tv is about 14 months old. It seems these tv's have a shelf life or something.

Jeppy
12-14-09, 07:04 AM
Ok... I said screw it after finding out my main board was fried and Samsung was nice enought to tell me they no longer manufacture the main board. I did find one and it was used for $300 and no warranty. I found a new one for $200 with one month warranty but it would need to be installed by a tech per site instructions but this will void the warranty per documents that come with the board. Also I talked to several shops in my area and they want $200 to install the board and do not provide a warranty for the installation. So... this being the fact looking at the lack of warranties and voiding the warranties when doing the installation as recommended and the price for installation. I said forget the tv and e-cycled it and got a 72inch plasma with a extended warranty giving me a total of 7 years. I will never in my life purchase another Samsung item. I have been screwed over on three TVs, and eleven cellphones. The lack of support from Samsung just rubs me the wrong way. I'M DONE WITH SAMSUNG FOR EVER!!!! I also feel this way about Sony. I just can't get the high price for something you can get much cheaper from a different manufacture and even get better quality. Who knows... good luck to all of you and hopefully Samsung does not rub you the wrong way.

shwru980r
12-21-09, 01:04 PM
Has anyone ever figured out how to activate the Zoom1 and Zoom2 in the Picture --> Size menu with progressive signals via component or HDMI? If it can be done, I assume that needs to be done through the service menu.

I have my LaserDisc player running through a Faroudja NRS scaler set to 720p using the component inputs on the TV. The Faroudja's "letterbox" mode zooms in on the letterboxed LDs way too much and clips off a significant portion of the picture, left and right. As a result, I just leave the Faroudja in 4:3 mode, which for letterboxed movies, windowboxes the picture (black all around the picture) in order to see the whole film frame. I was hoping that I could use at least the Zoom1 control of the TV to fill the screen better, but I can't.

So, again, does anyone know how to activate Zoom1 and Zoom2 with progressive signals (component or HDMI) through the service menu?

TLK :cool:


I have the TXS2782H and all the picture size functions (16:9,Normal,Zoom1,Zoom2) work on component input. I'm not sure what model you have or why it's not working for component input, but I assume you have a 30" wide screen model since you have black bars around the whole picture.

You're going to have to chop information off from the sides if you want to maintain aspect ratio. Even though the laserdisc is letter boxed, it's still 4:3 aspect ratio. The black bars are actually stored as information on the disc.

The Zoom1 and Zoom2 functions on the TXS2782H do not maintain the aspect ratio. The picture is stretched vertically, but you do not loose any information from the sides.

In my opinion the TXS2782H does a good job of upscaling composite input from a laserdisc player. In fact, this is one of the features promoted to sell these TVs. I watch laserdiscs this way and use Zoom1 for letter boxed discs, but the apspect ratio is distorted somewhat with Zoom1. Zoom2 can be used on 2.35:1 discs, but picture quality is somewhat degraded and distorted even more than Zoom1.

The Lizard King
12-22-09, 08:49 AM
I have the TXS2782H and all the picture size functions (16:9,Normal,Zoom1,Zoom2) work on component input. I'm not sure what model you have or why it's not working for component input, but I assume you have a 30" wide screen model since you have black bars around the whole picture.

You're going to have to chop information off from the sides if you want to maintain aspect ratio. Even though the laserdisc is letter boxed, it's still 4:3 aspect ratio. The black bars are actually stored as information on the disc.

The Zoom1 and Zoom2 functions on the TXS2782H do not maintain the aspect ratio. The picture is stretched vertically, but you do not loose any information from the sides.

In my opinion the TXS2782H does a good job of upscaling composite input from a laserdisc player. In fact, this is one of the features promoted to sell these TVs. I watch laserdiscs this way and use Zoom1 for letter boxed discs, but the apspect ratio is distorted somewhat with Zoom1. Zoom2 can be used on 2.35:1 discs, but picture quality is somewhat degraded and distorted even more than Zoom1.
If you meant "composite" for the first two "component" words in the first paragraph of your post, then yes, my TV can use the Zoom1 and Zoom2 functions with composite (yellow) input. However, my post was for component (RBG) input. I cannot use Zoom1 and Zoom2 for component (RGB). Can you with your model?

TLK :cool:

shwru980r
12-22-09, 11:20 PM
If you meant "composite" for the first two "component" words in the first paragraph of your post, then yes, my TV can use the Zoom1 and Zoom2 functions with composite (yellow) input. However, my post was for component (RBG) input. I cannot use Zoom1 and Zoom2 for component (RGB). Can you with your model?

TLK :cool:

I meant component. I can press the psize button on the remote and cycle between 16:9, normal, zoom1 and zoom2 on any input, but the picture is only stretched vertically. The aspect ratio is not preserved when I use normal on hd content, zoom1 or zoom2 or 16:9 on SD content. That means when I watch standard definition programming on a digital channel, I get black pillar bars and I can't stretch the picture horizontally.

I have my laserdisc player hooked up to the composite input. The TV does a good job of upscaling the picture and I can use the zoom function fill the screen with letter boxed discs.

Apostate
12-29-09, 09:11 PM
I have one of the earliest Samsung digital TV's and the aspect ratio function only works with interlaced signals, i.e. 480i or VHS and LD. If you send progressive signals, i.e. 480p, the aspect ratio does not work.

EliteData
01-11-10, 01:05 AM

armourereric
01-15-10, 12:09 AM
I just learned of this via an online search, appareantly there is now a class action lawsuit against Samsumg over ther LCD line. I have contacted the firm noted to ask that the slim fit line be considered as well. Please help me let this firm know that we are mad as well and want compensation. I can't post the link until I have 3 postings here, will try again tomorrow. But for now do a google search on Samsung LCD class action.

Eric

Eric

Ambam
01-26-10, 06:49 PM
Well, judging from a lot of these posts, I guess I was lucky on my purchase.

I bought this tv set in October 2007 and it still works great. My friends (some of whom have huge, mega-expensive LCDs or plasmas) still prefer to come watch something like the big game at my house. It really shines on sports programs in 1080i; in the crowd shots, for instance, you can practically pick out all the individual people.

I have my television connected to an outdoor antenna (no cable, no satellite) and I watch DVDs via a component connection. I know blurays are supposed to be better but again, my friends like to come watch my tv.

Very sorry to hear that so many have had problems.

I'm looking forward to watching the Winter Olympics.

We recently set my mom up with a highly rated Toshiba 40-inch Regza LCD (she has a Direct TV feed), and the size of the picture is nice, but the picture on my tv is noticeably better than hers.

I hope this CRT unit works well enough long enough that I'll be satisfied with succeeding generations of tvs, whether they are LCD/LED, plasma, OLED or whatever. I've heard raves about the image quality of OLEDs but man, they are expensive! Way out of my range.

CTDennis1985
02-03-10, 08:14 AM
Well, judging from a lot of these posts, I guess I was lucky on my purchase.

I bought this tv set in October 2007 and it still works great. My friends (some of whom have huge, mega-expensive LCDs or plasmas) still prefer to come watch something like the big game at my house. It really shines on sports programs in 1080i; in the crowd shots, for instance, you can practically pick out all the individual people.

I have my television connected to an outdoor antenna (no cable, no satellite) and I watch DVDs via a component connection. I know blurays are supposed to be better but again, my friends like to come watch my tv.

Very sorry to hear that so many have had problems.

I'm looking forward to watching the Winter Olympics.

We recently set my mom up with a highly rated Toshiba 40-inch Regza LCD (she has a Direct TV feed), and the size of the picture is nice, but the picture on my tv is noticeably better than hers.

I hope this CRT unit works well enough long enough that I'll be satisfied with succeeding generations of tvs, whether they are LCD/LED, plasma, OLED or whatever. I've heard raves about the image quality of OLEDs but man, they are expensive! Way out of my range.



Yeah I have to report similar good luck so far.

My Slimfit is still kicking since I got the second set. First one was a lemon, and the second has been totally fine.

It's the same as yours I believe... 30 inch... 16:9 wide screen.

Now hopefully this panasonic plasma i'm getting will be a great buy also.

shwru980r
02-05-10, 05:55 AM
I bought the TXS2782H in 2005 and it's still working. The zoom only stretches the imaage vertically so I can't get rid of black bars on the sides for SD content broadcast in HD.

jeffden
02-07-10, 12:03 AM
I have the 30 inch slimfit and it is used specifically for gaming in my son's room. With all the problems with the newer LCD sets and input lag for gaming , we love this set for X-Box 360 or PS3 games.

We obviously haven't experienced any problems yet but have been very pleased so far. (2+ years ).

Sunshine2
02-08-10, 04:00 PM
My 3 year old Samsung txt2793hx/xaa Slimfit started acting up last week. While watching the TV lines suddenly appeared across the top of screen and then it shut off. I unplugged the TV and DVR and the picture returned, but no sound. The next morning I unplugged again, turned on the TV and sound and picture worked fine.

Happened again about a week later, unplugged and got both sound and picture right back.

Last night, no sound or picture. Now I hear the annoying noise that accompaines turning the TV on, but no picture or sound. Any ideas?

bogardboy
03-27-10, 08:27 PM
Can you pleeeeaaase tell me ur Deflection and Line correction values! PLEASE I'LL DO ANYTHING I've been trying to fix my TXT3093WH for a whole year now with no luck. :(

bogardboy
03-27-10, 08:28 PM
I got a TX-T3093WH last month for $500 new and am very satisfied watching it with the standard picture mode. HD on this set is better than any LCD I've seen.

I picked up a Panasonic upconvert dvd player yesterday and I'm not sure about a few of the audio settings:

Audio:
PCM Output: Up to 48kHz or Up to 96kHz? I can't seem to find this specification in the tv manual, or anywhere for that matter.
Dolby Digital: Bitstream (default) or PCM
DTS: Bitstream (default) or PCM

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Can you pleeeeaaase tell me ur Deflection and Line correction values! PLEASE I'LL DO ANYTHING I've been trying to fix my TXT3093WH for a whole year now with no luck.

The Lizard King
03-27-10, 08:48 PM
Can you pleeeeaaase tell me ur Deflection and Line correction values! PLEASE I'LL DO ANYTHING I've been trying to fix my TXT3093WH for a whole year now with no luck.
http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?p=18390362#post18390362#8

TLK :cool:

bogardboy
03-28-10, 03:13 PM
As i said in that other site. Values for TXT3092WH do not work for my model TXT3093WH. If anyone can please post their Deflection values for this TV this would be the best thing that could happen in life.. i'm tired of trying to fix this. There's GOTTA BE SOMEONE OUT THERE WITH THIS TV! :(

Phlogiston
04-24-10, 04:33 PM
I know I'm bumping a really old thread, but I need help.

I completely screwed up my Deflection Menu, from top to bottom. I have a 30" Slimfit, the 82 series. If someone could copy theirs for me I would really appreciate it.

The Lizard King
05-09-10, 01:13 PM
I know I'm bumping a really old thread, but I need help.

I completely screwed up my Deflection Menu, from top to bottom. I have a 30" Slimfit, the 82 series. If someone could copy theirs for me I would really appreciate it.
http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?p=17598337#post17598337

TLK :cool:

neologizm
06-02-10, 01:03 PM
hello all, I have searched far and wide for a service manual for any Slimfit tv (I own a txt3093). I can't find any online! please, if you have one, could you post a link, or email me a copy at mehulmalik(at)gmail.com? pretty please? thanks!

Ikabob
11-21-10, 06:18 PM
I have not visited this forum for a couple years. I have a Samsung Slimfit HDTV. I wanted to attach a radio's line in from tha audio out jacks on the TV. The radio accepts analog signals. I plugged the RCA cables into the tv and a 3/8" plug into the radio but no signal. Do I have to do something to activate the audio outputs on the back of the Samsung? I canny find the owners manual. The reason I want to go to the radio in is because the radio has a subwoofer and some additional speakers and so might add some additional fidelity. The tv is attached to a cable box. The cablebox outputs provides a signal but the signals do not synchronize by a fraction of a second which is not good. Thanks.

seatacboy
07-16-11, 11:18 PM
hello all, I have searched far and wide for a service manual for any Slimfit tv (I own a txt3093). I can't find any online! please, if you have one, could you post a link, or email me a copy at mehulmalik(at)gmail.com? pretty please? thanks! I just acquired a used TR3079WHX minus an owners' manual and remote. Any suggestions where I could find an owners' manual and the appropriate codes for a universal remote?

nyc791
09-03-11, 04:13 PM
Hi, I have the TX-T3092WH, and it's also connected to a Scientific Atlanta Explorer 8300HD cable box from Cablevision (iO).

Just bought the Samsung Blu-ray BD-D5100 Disc Player, and not sure how to connect all of them together. Right now I have a GO VIDEO DVR5000 TV/VCR Combo connected.

With so many wires, I'm kind of confused on how to connect that Blu-Ray player. Any advice and/or help would be greatly appreciated.

shwru980r
09-05-11, 01:33 PM
Use an HDMI cable.

WaveBoy
11-27-11, 05:22 PM
Hands down thee' best CRT I've come across, speaking of the 27" Slim Fit Samsung CRT. The Color gamut is great, there's zero color crushing when going farther and beyond over the mid point, no color bleeding and the blacks levels are great as well. Plus you get a great set of temperatures like Warm1, Warm2, Neutral, Cool1, Cool 2 ect.

It puts my Sony 32" Wega to shame....Which i'm not happy with. Considering the Greens are far too dark, and the reds boarder a bit into organge territory. plus when you amp up the color or even to the max the colors barely change, everything just becomes intensified....

the downside is that it doesn't come in 32".....I'd say it's the perfect set to game on as far as the Wii is concerned. It's just lacking Progressive Scan. And forget Widescreen, since the wii does anamorphic stretching cause the image to look soft and jaggedy which even hampers the motion resolution....It just doesn't look right. :p

buggatti
12-15-11, 03:18 PM
hey guys i have messed up can someone please post the default deflection setting for slimfit tx3082whx


THAnks You

seatacboy
01-11-12, 09:16 AM
I acquired a used TR3079WHX, and while it has a very good picture quality, the set requires several minutes before either the Cable or Antenna tuners recognize any stations. It takes between 5 and 10 minutes before a picture shows up on the screen. Any ideas on how to repair/remedy this problem?