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I purchased the 65" version of the Samsung Crystal UHD TU-8000.
Pros and Cons:
* Mounting was relatively straightforward. Like other reviews, I did have to purchase specialized bolts to secure the tv to my existing flat screen mount. Fortunately I have a hardware store nearby, and it was easy to find what I needed. I agree with other reviews that the screws need to be a tad longer than what is specified in the owner's manual. I used four M8 1.25 pitch screws at 30 mm length. Depending on your mount, this may or may not be the proper length for you.
* Once powered up, I found the remote control to be very simple, and surprisingly intuitive. I give the remote 4 stars for two reasons: the buttons are not back-lit or visible at all in the dark, and the remote is small and black which means I lost it three times in one night of viewing.
* The quality of the graphics are very good. As noted in other reviews, the screen is very reflective which can be bothersome for daytime viewing. I would have included a picture, but the tv behaved like a mirror and I didn't want to post a selfie. ;)
* The smart features were very intuitive, and highly functional. Within minutes I had set up access for YouTube, Netflix, Amazon Prime, Disney+ and HBO Max. This was the main reason for me to upgrade from my 55" Samsung screen, which was nearly 10 yrs old.
* I plugged in my Chromecast, and the TV recognized it and began offering Google Assistant as a voice command option (in addition to the native Alexa and Bixby options).
* I still haven't figured out how to get Ambient mode working. It isn't important for me anyway, so I gave up. I may try again in the future out of morbid curiosity.
* I have a separate Sony stereo receiver with bookshelf speakers. I plugged in the optical cable and HDMI, and it worked immediately. The two devices "talk" to each other, so I only need to use the remote that came with the TV.
Overall, I am very happy with this purchase. The interface is now much simpler than what I had before. I'm a tech person by trade, so the added complexity I used to deal with didn't bother me, but my wife was not able to operate the tv without my help. With this new setup, she feels much more comfortable operating it on her own.
| Brand Name | Samsung |
|---|---|
| Item Weight | 18.3 pounds |
| Product Dimensions | 37.9 x 7.6 x 24.7 inches |
| Item model number | UN43TU8000FXZA |
| Batteries | 3 AAA batteries required. |
| Color Name | Black |
| Special Features | Crystal Processor 4K; Crystal Display; Smart TV Powered by Tizen™; Ambient Mode; Eco Sensor |
| Speaker Type | Built-In |
| Item Weight | 18.3 Pounds |
| Standing screen display size | 43 Inches |
| Aspect Ratio | 1.78:1 |
| Voltage | 240 Volts |
| Wattage | 20 watts |
