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Expanding upon its success with the TS1 line of Sony
Plasma tv models, Sony announced today new XBR series
widescreen, high-resolution flat panel plasma televisions
with advanced picture technology and a sophisticated design
for discerning home theater enthusiasts.
Continuing the legacy of innovative WEGA technology, the
new Sony KE-42XBR900 (1024 x 768 pixels) and KE-50XBR900 (1365
x 768 pixels) models feature two-piece plasma panel/media
receiver units and the new WEGA Engine™ system that
displays brilliant images on the new high-definition panels.
Heightening this experience is the model's chic, floating
glass panel display, designed to be the centerpiece of any
home theater system.
"Building on the tremendous success of our 2001 Plasma
WEGA line, the new XBR models are for those with an eye for
advanced, state-of-the art home theater products," said
Tim Alessi, director of marketing for Sony Electronics' Visual
Network Products Division. "Coupled with the most advanced
picture technologies such as the new WEGA Engine system and
stunning, new design that consumers expect from the XBR line,
our new plasma models will set a new standard in the industry."
- The XBR- series models debut the proprietary WEGA Engine,
which delivers superb picture quality from any video source
by minimizing the number of digital-to-analog conversion
processes and maximizing picture performance. This full
digital processing engine includes unique Sony technology,
including:
- The first step in the digital processing system, Composite
Component Processor (CCP), which increases signal to noise
ratio when converting the signal from analog to digital
to optimize the level of DRC™ circuitry;
- Digital Reality Creation™ MultiFunction V1 circuitry,
which gives viewers complete control over the level of DRC
circuitry depending on quality of input signal, thereby
displaying clear, stable images, no matter what the video
source;
- MID™-XU (Multi Image Driver), developed for fixed
pixel devices, maintains the integrity of a converted signal
by minimizing image loss in the scaling process, providing
unique Twin View™ picture and picture features; and
- CineMotion™ reverse 3:2 pulldown circuitry, which
allows optimum performance of film-based video source display.
- The final step in digital processing, the Digital Component
Processor (DCP), fine tunes the signal and makes adjustments
to improve overall contrast and sharpness before the image
is displayed on the plasma panel.
The advanced picture technologies on the KE-42XBR900 and
KE-50XBR900 Sony plasma television models are complemented
by a stylish, modern cosmetic design. The ultra-slim, floating
glass panel display is connected via proprietary cable to
the supplied Media Receiver Unit (MRU), a convenient set-top
box component for easy connection to any video and audio source.
The MRU houses the WEGA Engine system and all necessary inputs,
as well as a Memory Stick® media slot for viewing favorite
JPEG images converted to high-definition quality1.
The MRU also incorporates a Digital Visual Interface (DVI-HDTV)
connection that enables copy-protected, high-definition video
content to be delivered to the unit from a DVI/HDCP (High-bandwidth
Digital Content Protection) compatible set-top box, such as
Sony's new SAT-HD200 HD/DIRECTV receiver.
Convenience features include scalable Twin View™ feature,
which allows simultaneous viewing of two programs from two
different sources side by side, and a Favorite Channel preview
function for previewing and selecting from eight channels.
Audio features include built-in speakers, totaling 40-watts
audio power, with TruSurround™ sound processing for
a thrilling cinematic experience.
The KE-42XBR900 and the KE-50XBR900 Plasma WEGA tv models
will be available this fall for about $12,000 and $15,000,
respectively.
Additionally, following the success of last year's TS line
of plasma televisions with integrated NTSC tuners, Sony is
introducing second generation KE-32TS2 and KE-42TS2, 16:9
widescreen models offering the same elegant style with improved
technical and performance features to enhance the home theater
experience.
Both new models in the new TS2 series offer a simple plug-and-play
style with an integrated NTSC tuner, audio amplifier, speakers
and a tabletop base-- all in one unit. The new models also
incorporate a Digital Visual Interface (DVI-HDTV) connection
that enables copy-protected, high-definition video content
to be delivered to the TV from a DVI/HDCP (High-bandwidth
Digital Content Protection) compatible set-top box. The improved
high-definition panel generates up to 43% brighter images
and contrast for what may be the best picture quality among
integrated flat panel plasma televisions.
The new KE-32TS2U and the KE-42TS2U plasma TVs will be available
in the fall for about $6,000 and $8,000 respectively.
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