Mitsubishi Announces Record Breaking Milestone And Introduces New Lineup Of Projection Televisions And Audio Video Products

5-May-00

Mitsubishi Digital Electronics America Inc. (MDEA) announced a record-breaking milestone in projection television history and introduced its full product line at its national dealer line show. The company will ship its two millionth projection television in 2000, a milestone in the consumer electronics industry and an achievement no other manufacturer can claim. This industry high point occurs during the company's 25th anniversary in the United States. MDEA unveiled its 2000/2001-product line of seven high-performance analog televisions and nine 16:9 high-definition (HD)-upgradeable televisions, including a DLP Technologyô-based HD-upgradeable multi-media capable model. The company also introduced its HD and standard (SD) satellite receivers, line-up of VCRs (two four-head HiFi models and three S-VHS models), and DVD players, as well as audio components and speakers. ""We are thrilled to know that we'll have satisfied more than two million Mitsubishi customers with our projection televisions over the years, many of which are still in service, at the same time we roll out our most exciting product line ever,"" declared Max Wasinger, Vice President, Sales and Marketing. ""As the leader in this dynamic and growing industry, it is a pleasure to serve consumers and dealers with cutting edge, quality products year after year."" ""The switch to all 16:9 HD-upgradeable TVs is another leading-edge move by Mitsubishi to meet consumer expectations for a 16:9 display,"" noted Robert A. Perry, Director of Marketing. ""Our first two generations included 4:3 HD-upgradeable displays to get people comfortable with the digital television transition. Now that about 200,000 consumers have purchased sets, we are ready to take the next step to 16:9-only,"" he added. In other news, the company announced its DLP Technology based projection television strategy, its HAVi strategy and the Upgradeability Promise. Mitsubishi Digital Electronics America manufactures and markets a comprehensive line of premium quality NTSC and HD-upgradeable projection televisions, satellite receivers, VCRs, and audio products for complete home theater systems. Recognized as the world leader and innovator of big screen and digital television receiver technology, MDEA develops audio and video products that lead the industry in ease-of-use and system integration. For additional information about MDEA, visit http://www.mitsubishi-tv.com Additional new product line-up information is at http://www.mitsubishi-tv.com/news.htm. Mitsubishi 2001 New Product Line Information Projection Televisions: Silver Series Analog Projection Televisions - Component Video Input - Three S-Video Inputs - 3D-Y/C Digital Comb Filter - 64-Point Digital Convergence Adjustment - Two-Tuner PiP with Split Screen - Dynamic White Balance Circuitry VS-45607 45-inch Diagonal 4:3 Screen $1,899.00 VS-50607 50-inch Diagonal 4:3 Screen $2,199.00 VS-60607 60-inch Diagonal 4:3 Screen $2,399.00 Gold Series Analog Projection Televisions - All the features of Silver Series, plus: - ColorTunedô Diamond Shield - DiamondBriteô Screen - Illuminated Remote Control - Improved Sound Quality VS-50707 50-inch Diagonal 4:3 Screen $2,499.00 VS-55707 55-inch Diagonal 4:3 Screen $2,799.00 VS-60707 60-inch Diagonal 4:3 Screen $3,199.00 VS-70707 70-inch Diagonal 4:3 Screen $3,899.00 Platinum Series HD-Upgradeable Projection Televisions - All the features of Silver and Gold Series, plus: - DPM3 (3rd generation DiamondDigital Pixel Multiplier) - MicroFineô Phosphor CRTs - Motion-Adaptive 3D-Y/C Comb Filter - Five Picture Format Modes - High-Speed Velocity Scan Modulation (HVSM) - Film Mode (3/2 Pulldown Compensation) VS-46807 46-inch Diagonal 16:9 Screen $3,499.00 VS-55807 55-inch Diagonal 16:9 Screen $3,999.00 VS-65807 65-inch Diagonal 16:9 Screen $4,499.00 Platinum Plus Series HD-Upgradeable Projection Televisions - All the features of the Platinum Series, plus: - EDF (Enhanced Depth-of-Field) Lenses - High-Resolution Bit-mapped Graphics Processor - 3D Graphical ViewPointÆ Menu - VGA Computer Input - System 4 Home Theater Control VS-55857 55-inch Diagonal 16:9 Screen $4,499.00 VS-65857 65-inch Diagonal 16:9 Screen $4,999.00 Diamond Series HD-Upgradeable Projection Televisions - All the features of the Platinum Plus Series, plus: - Tru-Focusô Lenses - Enhanced 2-Way Audio System - Gold Plated Connectors - High-Gloss Cabinets - 9-inch CRTs (73-inch Model) WS-55907 55-inch Diagonal 16:9 Screen $4,999.00 WS-65907 65-inch Diagonal 16:9 Screen $5,499.00 WS-73907 73-inch Diagonal 16:9 Screen $9,999.00 DLPô Technology HD-Upgradeable Projection Television - All the performance and benefits of the Diamond Series, plus: - DLP Optical Engine for True Multimedia Capability - VGA, SVGA and XGA PC Input WD-65000 65-inch Diagonal 16:9 Screen HDTV And Digital Satellite Receivers Standard Definition Satellite Receivers - Multi-Satellite Capability - DolbyÆ Digital Output - Whole House RF Illuminated Remote Control System - Enhanced Program Guide SR-SD50 Receiver Only Package $349.00 SR-SD100 Receiver with 18-inch Dish $399.00 SR-SD200 Receiver with Oval Dish $549.00 High Definition Satellite Receivers - All the features of the Standard Definition Receivers, plus: - Over-The-Air HDTV/DTV Operation (no dish or programming required) - Satellite-Based HDTV Reception - Over-The-Air Analog (NTSC) Operation - Program Guide that integrates all modes of reception SR-HD400 Receiver Only Package $899.00 SR-HD500 Receiver with Oval Dish $1,199.00 Video Cassette Recorders 4 Head Hi-Fi VCRs HS-U446 - 450X Fast Forward and Rewind Speeds - Commercial Skip - OTR2 Advanced One-Touch Record System - Auto Clock Set - 19u and Precision Gap Heads - Energy Star Rated HS-U576 - 450X Fast Forward and Rewind Speeds - VCR Plus+C3Æ - DBS Satellite Receiver Control - SQPB (ability to play S-VHS tapes) - Commercial Skip - OTR2 Advanced One-Touch Record System - Auto Clock Set - 19u and Precision Gap Heads - Energy Star Rated HS-U446 $149.00 HS-U576 $199.00 Super VHS VCRs HS-U746 - Features of the HS-U446 4 Head Hi-Fi VCR above, plus: - S-VHS Record and Playback Capability - 2D-Y/C Comb Filter HS-U776 - Features of the HS-U576 Hi-Fi VCR above, plus: - S-VHS Record and Playback Capability - Front Panel S-Video Input - VCR Plus+C3Æ - 2D-Y/C comb filter - S-Video Loop Through - PrograManagerô HS-U795 - Many of the features of the above S-VHS VCRs plus: - 3D-Y/C comb filter - Digital Noise Reduction - Jog Shuttle Front Panel Control - Jog Dial Remote Control - Flying Erase Head - AV Dubbing Control HS-U746 $299.00 HS-U776 $349.00 HS-U795 $699.00 DVD-Video Players DD-4001 DVD Player $299.00 - Component And S-Video Video Output - 10-Bit Digital Video Processor - 24-Bit/96 kHz Digital to Analog Processor - Dolby Digital And DTSÆ Bitstream Output DD-6000 DVD Player $999.00 - All the features of the DD-4001, plus: - Progressive Scan Component Video Output - Dolby Digital Processor/Decoder with 6 Channel Output - HDCDÆ Digital Audio Processor - Digital Video Noise Reduction - Picture Zoom Audio Receivers M-VR700 $599.00 - Dolby Digital and DTS Decoders - S-Video and Composite Video Switching (4 Inputs) - 70 Watts x 5 Channels - Auto-Standby Operation (Auto On/Off) - Four DSP Modes M-VR900 $799.00 - All the features of the M-VR700, plus: - 100 Watts x 5 Channels Speaker Systems M-S100 Six-Piece System $899.00 - Five Satellite Speakers, with: - Integrated Mounting Bracket/Base - 4-inch Polymer Woofer - 3/4-inch Polycarbonate Dome Tweeter - 8-inch, 60-Watt Powered Subwoofer M-S200 Six-Piece System $999.00 - Two-Way, 7-inch Ported and Shielded Front Tower Speakers (2) - Two-Way, 5-inch Shielded Center Channel Speaker with Passive Radiator (1) - Two-Way, 5-inch Bookshelf Rear Speakers (2) - 10-inch, 100-Watt Powered Subwoofer