Mitsubishi Digital Electronics America Introduces Second-Generation Plasma Display Lineup

14-Apr-03

Mitsubishi Digital Electronics America Inc. introduced its second-generation lineup of plasma displays, featuring both enhanced-definition (ED) and high-definition (HD) displays. In the Platinum Series of products, Mitsubishi introduced the PD-4220 ED-Upgradeable and PD-5020 HD-Upgradeable plasma displays.In the Diamond Series, the company announced the PD-4230, PD-5030, and PD-6130 HD-Upgradeable plasma displays. Scheduled for release in early summer 2003, these displays transform into fully integrated ED and HD televisions, with all the features and functions of a one-piece ED/HD display by adding the HD-5000 digital receiver/controller, connected via the proprietary MonitorLinkô connection.Mitsubishi announced suggested value pricing as follows: PD-4230, $7,499; PD-5030, $11,499; PD-6130, $20,499. Pricing on the PD-4220 and PD-5020 was not announced.""Our plasma displays are stylish and elegant, and offer the unique capability of being upgradeable to fully integrated digital television functionality and performance,"" said Max Wasinger, Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing. ""Consumers really want system solutions that can change to meet their needs over time,"" he added.This latest-generation technology uses Mitsubishi Electric's strategic resources on a global level. ""As the home theatre market continues to grow, and new display technologies begin to reach the maturity level for commercialization, Mitsubishi intends to be the brand that consumers can trust,"" said Robert A. Perry, Vice President, Marketing. ""Recently, the flat-panel market has become a confusing landscape of unknown brands, performance, and quality.""For almost three decades, consumers have trusted in the performance, reliability, and commitment of Mitsubishi Electric. As consumers seek to adopt these new technologies on a large scale, Mitsubishi will be there with the right products.""For more information about Mitsubishi Digital Electronics America Inc. (MDEA), visit www.mitsubishi-tv.com.

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