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Sony Electronics today announced that it has expanded its
PlasmaPro™ lineup of 16:9 flat-panel monitors with the
introduction of two new models, including the company's largest
plasma screen to date, a Sony 50-inch plasma tv,
to go along with an upgraded 42-inch (viewable area, measured
diagonally) unit.
The Sony PFM-50C1 PlasmaPro Flat Panel Display incorporates
a stylish design and slim cabinetry, which is just 3.9-inches
thick.
This Sony plasma monitor features a high-resolution panel
with 1365 x 768 pixels, high-contrast ratio, built-in scan
converter for optimal image display, supports HDTV and UXGA
computer signals, and includes a digital amplifier for clear
audio reproduction with an optional speaker system (model
# SS-SP10A). When paired with a DTV receiver or HD deck, the
unit can display high-definition programming and source material.
It also includes the addition of 3:2 pulldown for natural
reproduction of film originated material. To complete the
picture, also offered is an optional Network Adaptor (model
BKM-B30NW), which features the Windows CE 3.0 operating system
and an integrated web browser for wireless network connectivity.
In addition, Sony has upgraded its 42-inch (viewable area,
measured diagonally) monitor with the debut of the PFM-42B2
PlasmaPro Flat Panel Display.
Like its predecessor, the award-winning PFM-42B1 model,
the PFM-42B2 PlasmaPro Display features 1024 x 1024 resolution
and includes such enhancements as a new panel with increased
brightness and a higher contrast ratio when compared to the
PFM-42B1 unit.
It also features control buttons located at the side of
the panel that are easily accessible, making it well suited
for video monitor walls for custom installations.
"Sony now offers an expanded line-up of high-resolution
plasma displays including a 32-, 42- and new 50-inch model,
which showcase smart technology with a flexible design and
stylish features for virtually any application," said
Lana Gallucci, marketing manager for Sony's PlasmaPro Series.
"A must-see here at InfoComm is how we have integrated
our PlasmaPro displays with our new NSP-100 Network Player,"
Gallucci said. "This compact, portable unit allows content
creators to create a playlist, tailor and send multimedia
presentations to any display device."
This set-top box can rest comfortably atop a plasma monitor
and receives audio, MPEG 2-based video, high-resolution graphics
and text as files over IP networks for display.
According to Gallucci, "We expect the plasma/network
player combination to have a large impact across a number
of business applications, as users have the ability to tailor
their messages for point-of-sale and point-of-information,
education, museums and attractions, hospitality and corporate
trainings."
Sony's 42- and 50-inch displays also feature a plug-in slot
for an optional networking adaptor, which makes it possible
to access files on the network, including Microsoft™
PowerPoint®, Excel®, JPEG, GIF, BMP, PNG and display
them. There's also the capability to control and monitor content
remotely from any PC on the network equipped with a web browser.
The new 50-inch Sony PlasmaPro model includes a unique Sony
digital signal processing technology called the Real Digital
System. All signals are both input and processed digitally
to give highly accurate image reproduction. Also, the plasma
are equipped with a new bi-pixel I/P (Interlace/Progressive)
conversion circuit, developed exclusively for Sony flat-panel
displays, which converts interlaced signals to progressive
images. For film-originated sources, Sony's 3:2 pulldown technology
is incorporated to help reproduce natural scene movement.
The PlasmaPro displays accepts standard composite video
to HDTV, DTV and RGB computer signals at up to UXGA resolution.
A range of optional input adaptors are available, providing
superb system flexibility. A built-in, high-performance scan
converter offers optimum image quality whatever the signal
format, providing accurate pixel-by-pixel image reproduction.
The 50-inch display also includes a stereo digital amplifier
to power optional external speakers.
An optional component, Sony's Network Adaptor, the model
# BKM-B30NW, provides Ethernet connectivity through a 10Base-T/100Base-TX
interface to offer easy access of files residing on the network.
In addition, the plasma display's PC card (Type II) slot means
that Memory Stick® digital media can be inserted into
a PC card for PC-free display.
Wired or wireless, these two displays are ready to interface
with the expanding world of visual network communications.
The adaptor also provides a Y/C and a composite analog input.
Sony's PlasmaPro series consists of the PFM-32C1, PFM-42B2
and PFM-50C1 models. These units can be mounted horizontally,
or vertically, fixed on an optional stand, on a wall, or hung
from the ceiling. The real estate savings means that these
displays are ideal for point of purchase, advertising in malls
and airports, as background video monitors in restaurants
and themed entertainment venues, and at other venues where
brightness and high-quality image display is necessary.
The PFM-42B2 PlasmaPro Flat Panel Display will be available
later this summer and is offered with a choice of colors,
warm silver and dark gray, at a suggested list price still
to be announced. While, the PFM-50C1 PlasmaPro Flat Panel
monitor will be available in June for a suggested list price
of $12,499.
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