New Westinghouse 1080p HDTVs For The Custom Installation Market

September 5, 2007

Westinghouse Digital Electronics, one of the top five LCD TV manufacturers in the U.S.*, raises the home theater bar with an advanced new line of TX Series 1080p LCD HDTV’s that are specifically designed to meet the needs of the CEDIA and custom installation markets. The perfect solution for any home theater upgrade that demands a top-quality, large-screen TV with a built in HD tuner, Westinghouse’s TX series includes the 42” TX-42F430S, the 47” TX-47F430S and the 52” TX-52F480S. The TX series TVs are the ideal centerpiece for any high-end digital entertainment system, whether in a home theater setting, living room or large bedroom. Each matches an advanced array of HDTV features and connectors with superior Westinghouse performance and technology. The 42”, 47” and 52” TVs all provide: 1920 x 1080 progressive scan (1080p) resolution, the highest standard available to consumers for HD digital video display; an integrated ATSC/NTSC/ClearQAM Tuner; fast response times; and a full suite of connectors, including: four HDMI, two Component, Composite, S-Video and 1 VGA. “Westinghouse Digital has a long standing history of providing the highest quality LCD HDTVs to consumers and our new TX Series and full family of Pro AV models further that tradition,” states Rey Roque, Vice President of Marketing at Westinghouse Digital Electronics. “Westinghouse Digital provides the CEDIA and custom installation markets the same commitment to excellence as with our consumer displays and has tailored and designed our technology and LCD HDTVs to meet the unique needs of these growing market segments.” The TX TVs deliver razor-sharp images with their Full Color Spectrum and High Contrast Picture -- which creates deeper blacks and richer dark scene details by dynamically matching the brightness of the TV backlight to that of the on-screen image. The Advanced Calibration Menu allows the users to make advanced adjustments to calibration settings including colorimetry and the Preset Video Modes give users the ability to select from a menu of customized viewing styles including movies, games and sports. The TX series ATSC video processing platform utilizes a chip set that is specifically optimized for high-definition viewing. This allows viewers to watch high-definition content without the artifacts and noise associated with several competitors’ TVs. The TX TVs incorporate the latest Westinghouse proprietary technologies such as: 1080Pure™ offering 1080p resolution out of all HD connectors; SpineDesignÔ intelligent cable access; DayBright™ panel technology for stunning daytime or nighttime viewing; and AutosourceÔ technology, intelligent engineering that automatically turns the TV on and adjusts it when an external source that is detected. The built-in stereo speakers and subwoofer ensure a captivating sonic experience from richly detailed musical passages to metal twisting car chases. The TX series is currently shipping and includes the: 42” TX-42F430S LCD HDTV (MSRP $1,599); the 47” TX-47F430S LCD HDTV (MSRP $1,799); and the 52” TX-52F480S LCD HDTV (MSRP $2,999). Full Suite of Pro Market Displays Westinghouse also offers a complete suite of displays ranging in size from 26” to 47” tailored for the pro signage and commercial markets. The company’s family of commercial displays feature bi-directional serial control, control lockouts, the best of its proprietary technology including SpineDesign™ construction to eliminate cable clutter and allow easy access to video source connections; DayBright™ panel technology for stunning daytime or nighttime viewing; and AutosourceÔ technology, intelligent engineering that automatically turns the TV on and adjusts it when an external source that is detected. The 26” and 32” pro models offer a sharp 1366 x 768 resolution, 400-nits brightness and a 8ms response time. The 26” pro unit has an 800:1 contrast ratio and the 32” pro unit offers a 1200:1 contrast ratio. The commercial lineup is also designed for digital signage applications, such as use in shopping malls, financial institutions, colleges and universities, movie theaters, car dealerships or any public facility where information or presentations are constantly running. The new 42” and 47” pro models feature stunning 1080p resolution out of all HD connectors, Providing true 1920 x 1080 resolution, a high 5000:1 dynamic contrast ratio and bright 500-nits display.

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