Pioneer Elite Introduces Two Reference Quality HDTV-Ready Televisions
Pioneer Elite expands its HDTV-Ready offerings with two new introductions. Both models (PRO-510HD and PRO-610HD) bring a new level of quality to the HDTV world with exclusive technologies such as PureCinema film detection, 72-point user adjustable convergence, multi-scan high resolution CRTs, and a 6500? Kelvin color temperature setting. Both of these new models are built with a 16:9 (1.78:1) aspect ratio at 53-inch (PRO-510HD) and 58-inch (PRO-610HD) diagonal size. To maintain compatibility with the various aspect ratios of todayís video sources both new Pioneer Elite TVs feature five different screen mode settings. Pioneerís acclaimed IP converter has gone through a dramatic change this year incorporating advanced features such as 2:3 pulldown film detection and NTSC to 480 progressive conversion. This newly enhanced circuit uses progressive conversion to boost the NTSC picture quality from sources such as DVD, LaserDisc, and Satellite an impressive eight times. To accomplish this, it first doubles the interlaced signal to a VGA level (640x480). It then doubles the information content both vertically and horizontally, resulting in an amazing increase in original signal density. Combined with the High-Definition resolution of the CRTs, this technology ensures an exceptionally smooth and stunning picture. Another new feature found on the PRO-510HD and PRO-610HD is a technology called PureCinema. PureCinema detects a NTSC 3/2 film-based source, then recreates each individual still film frame. This method accurately reproduces images close to the original source quality with stunning clarity. To maintain accurate convergence without the need of a technician, both of these new models incorporate the most accurate user adjustable convergence system available. With up to 72 different alignment points consumers are guaranteed a distortion free picture. The PRO-610HD and PRO-510HD feature an expansion slot for adding the optional SH-D07 HDTV tuner pack. This method of adding a HDTV tuner provides seamless integration of the tuner and does not tie up any of the external video inputs. To provide compatibility with various other HDTV and progressive video sources these new sets boast two component/progressive RCA type inputs as well as a D-Sub 15 RGB connection. With the growing popularity of in-wall television installations, Pioneer Electronics has built all of the 1999 Pioneer Elite televisions with removable kick-panels, speaker grills, and control covers providing easy flush mounting. A unique full screen infrared receiver has been implemented as well. Other video features of the PRO-510HD and PRO-610HD include: - Dual NTSC tuners with Picture-out-of-Picture, Split-Screen displays, and 3 or 9 multi channel display - Adjustable Scan Velocity Modulation which provides three settings Off, Mid, High - Adjustable 3-Dimensional Comb Filter (5 Levels) - Adjustable 3-Dimensional Noise Reduction (5 Levels) - Color Noise Reduction (On or Off) - Auto Flesh-Tone for non 31.5kHz sources to provide accurate fleshtones from over-the-air broadcasts - .52mm Super Fine Pitch Screen for razor-sharp image reproduction - Auto Screen Mode, which automatically senses the incoming signal and chooses the correct screen mode. Audio features on the PRO-510HD and PRO-610HD include: - 10 watt per channel amplification - Two-way Speaker design (16cm Woofer and a 6.6cm Tweeter) - TruSurround Virtual Dolby processing for providing a three dimensional sound stage when surround encoded material - SRS (Sound Retrieval System) for enjoying extended surround for two-channel stereo sources The PRO-510HD is available now at a suggested retail price of $6,300.00 The PRO-610HD is available now at a suggested retail price of $7,300.00. For more information, contact Chris Walker at 310 952 2401.