Samsung TX-R3079WH 30" Wide SlimFit HDTV with Built-In HD Tuner | 
 enlarge | Brand: Samsung
Category: CE
List Price: $1,299.99
Buy Used: $450.00
You Save: $849.99 (65%)
Used (3) from $450.00
Rating:  52 reviews
Sales Rank: 26886
Media: Electronics
Display Size: 30
Shipping Weight (lbs): 129
Dimensions (in): 36.8 x 22.4 x 16
Warranty: 1 year warranty
MPN: TXR3079WH
Model: TXR3079WH
UPC: 036725230798
EAN: 0036725230798
ASIN: B0009EXWJS
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | HDMI - High Definition Multimedia Interface | | • | Built-in ATSC and NTSC Tuner (720p, 1080i, 480p and 480i signals require HDTV Antenna) | | • | Antenna - CATV/VHF/UHF 75-ohm, F-type | | • | 2 HD/DVD Component Video Inputs (Auto Sensing) (480i/480p/720p/1080i) | | • | 2 S-Video Inputs (Back and Side) |
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Product Description
At only two-thirds the depth of a conventional flat screen CRT, TX-R3079 Series delivers the high brightness, contrast and outstanding picture performance that you demand. This new SlimFit TV not only has a sleek space-saving design but its HDTV built-in tuner, progressive scan and 3: 2 pull down deliver a crisp, flicker-free picture. You'll also find a full compliment of connections, 2 auto sensing wideband component inputs, an HDMI input, and 20-watt built-in speakers with BBE audio technology. SlimFit from Samsung - the final evolution of CRT TV.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 47 more reviews...
 Not so good Television November 2, 2008
D. Holbrook (Oregon)
Bought the TX-R3079WH about 3 years ago, and recently one side of the screen is so blurry you can't read text and the images are blurred in that area noticeably. This thing gets maybe 3 hours a day use. I would not buy this television, especially since Samsung does not appear anxious to stand behind their product.
$900 paperweight September 5, 2008
G. Brisendine (Seattle, WA USA)
I've had this TV for about 2.5 years. Just after a year (out of warranty), it got a green cast to the upper right corner. Then the letterbox edges got wonky (non-straight, weirdly curved). Then I got another green cast in the lower left hand corner. Yesterday it just died. I searched the model number on the internet and all these problems are apparently common.
When it worked, the HD image was quite clear and it was a great TV. Now it's dead. Remember when TVs lasted 10 or 20 years, not 2?
 Bad choice for an HDTV April 5, 2008
Harneet S. Grewal
I got this 2 years ago when my old sony of 15 years went poof. At the time I did not have the money for a Plasma or LCD and thought this would be a good option. Well The HDTV pic was ok, better then my old sony. But lot of drawbacks. Line bending. Plus despite sheilded monitors the screen got purplish on the top right. Nice blacks however. Worst problem was the line bending. Destoryed teh HD image. Even the side bars for a 4:3 pic were bent. Once I noticed it it was all I could see. I replaced this TV after to years for a plasma. Now I really see that despite both being HDTV's the Plasma takes the cake.
DO NOT BUY THIS TV March 21, 2008
Destiny Seven (Glen Burnie, MD)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I brough this TV from BB about 2 years ago. Initially, I had no problems and the picture quality was awesome. But after a year of ownership it started to randomly cut itself off and on for no apparent reason. No help or assistance from Samsung. I unfortunately did not get the extended warranty. I always thought Samsung made good products but not anymore. This TV is only good for a year if your lucky. DO NOT BUY!!
Defective Product and Horrendous Customer Service February 9, 2008
Jaxbells (Jacksonville, FL)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
We purchased the 3079 model in 2006. Although we intially loved the set, after a short time, we started experiencing focus problems which became progressively worse. After only one and a half years, the set was rendered inoperable. We were initially falsely advised by Samsung and its authorized dealer, Best Buy, that there was a 1 year warranty on the TV after I described the focus problems. We therefore took the television to a nearby repair shop who (1) confirmed that the picture tube was bad and (2) that there was actually a 2 year warranty on this part.
After several disconnects and nearly two hours, we were advised by Samsung that there was in fact a 2 year warranty on the picture tube, and that we should take it to the Samsung authorized dealer. We contacted the authorized dealer and confirmed once again that there was a 2 year warranty on the picture tube.
Incredulously, after their dealer confirmed the picture tube was bad, Samsung once again attempted to claim there was a 1 year warranty which they ultimately retracted. It turns out that the replacement part is not available and that they are unable to meet their contractual obligations to repair the set. Instead, Samsung offers us a "special deal" to purchase a new TV. After some research, I confirmed that I could get the same "special deal" on a new set via Ebay. After spending over $900 (price of set plus cost of repair shop evaluations) and hours of run around, Samsung has repeatedly attempted to avoid its contractual obligations by using deceptive practices. Samsung has repeatedly given us conflicting advice and we have literally been hung up on by customer service representatives simply because we wanted to speak with a supervisor. By the way, "supervisors" are never available, instead ask to elevate the issue to "ECR" if necessary.
For those who are actually happy with this product, you must be of the fortunate few who did not purchase a defective product (or perhaps the set has not failed yet) and have not needed to deal with Samsung's customer service. By the way, the service center has confirmed that ALL of the Slimfit models have had MAJOR problems, including but not limited to problems with the picture tube. If not under warranty, this part would cost nearly $300 plus $180 labor.
As you can see, I would not recommend any of the Samsung Slimfit models and would be reluctant to ever purchase from Samsung again. We hope that this review will help someone not to repeat our mistake in trusting Samsung!
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