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Redefining The Future Of Television: Sharp Offers Consumers Unique DTV Solutions
Sharp Electronics Corporation, a world leader in digital home entertainment, offers a full line of DTV products to meet the needs of consumers, as the format becomes more widely available. All of Sharpís products reinforce its commitment to providing premium digital television (DTV) solutions with high-video quality, flexibility and top-of-the-line resolution. In fact, Sharp is one of the industryís only manufacturers to offer a HDTV decoder and rear projector featuring an integrated expansion port. This means that SharpVisionís HDTV products will avoid much of the obsolescence typical of early generations of emerging technologies. Hereís a look At Sharpís DTV Lineup: TU-DTV1000 DTV Decoder SharpVisionís TU-DTV1000 Decoder dramatically enhances the television viewing experience, no matter what format stations are broadcasting in. The decoder, capable of receiving and converting all 18ATSC DTV video formats to 480i, 480p and the high quality 1080i HDTV format, enables consumers to easily migrate from NTSC to the rich DTV experience which offers movie theatre quality video and audio. Equipped with unique features, the TU-DTV1000 decoder is specifically designed to endure changes to DTV programming and technology as standards evolve. Unparalleled Monitor Matching SharpVisionís DTV decoder provides a unique three-way ""monitor matching"" feature that enables viewers to select output resolution for peak performance with 1080i, 480p and 480i video monitors and projections systems. Regardless of the broadcast format, the DTV decoder smoothly matches the DTV signal output to the optimum resolution of the viewerís display. This feature ensures that the transmission is output/viewed in the best available format, and provides for seamless viewing when surfing between various DTV channels. Since networks are broadcasting in different standards, the decoder is designed to be flexible. Therefore, the fact that ABC is broadcasting in 720p and CBS in 1080i, will not pose a problem for the viewer switching channels. Unique Digital Expansion Port With the TU-DTV1000 DTV Decoderís unique digital expansion port, consumers will be ready for the present and the future ñ thus eliminating concerns of obsolescence. The port, which is located at the rear of the decoder, will enable consumers to upgrade and connect their home theatre system to digital VCRs (DVHS), high definition cable programming and future data services as those services and applications evolve. With standards still being determined, it was important for Sharp to provide an upgrade path. Matchless Electronic Program Guide (EPG) The TU-DTV1000 DTV Decoder is also equipped with a colorful, easy-to-use Digital TV Program Guide to provide viewers with the most up-to-date and comprehensive listing of DTV programs available. The Guide, which is comparable to the current user-friendly formats consumers are accustomed to, features multi-channel listings, an information banner while channel surfing, small grids for program browsing and reservation functions for viewing reminders. SharpVisionís HDTV decoder is the only decoder resolution TV sets and projectors. The TU-DTV1000 comes complete with a universal remote control enabling total control of Sharpís DTV decoder as well as other video sources. The estimated retail price for the TU-DTV1000 is approximately $1,995. Actual selling prices are determined by the retailer and may vary. Rear-Projection HDTV The SharpVision brand has been long recognized as a manufacturer of high-quality LCD front projectors systems. With the advent of DTV, SharpVision takes that experience to a new level with its Rear-Projection HDTV set, the 64LHP5000. SharpVisionís 64-inch diagonal widescreen rear projector is ideal for panoramic viewing. It is equipped with multiple tuners, including an ATSC decoder that decodes all 18 different DTV broadcast modes (HDTV and SDTV). Thus, regardless of the network consumers are watching, Sharp rear projection HDTV can work with all broadcast modes. In addition, the dual NTSC tuners enable broadcast or cable reception and provides Picture-Outside-Picture (POP) and multiple image viewing capabilities. The 1080i High Definition Display receives and displays high quality HDTV broadcast resolution, offering a true 1080i picture to provide unsurpassed video realism. Other DTV formats, such as 720p, 480p, and even 480i, are automatically converted to 1080i and provide seamless viewing of programs broadcast in different modes. Non-DTV sources, such as NTSC, VCR and DVD are line doubled to 480p. Unique Digital Expansion Port Like the SharpVision DTV Decoder, the 64LHP5000 is equipped with a digital expansion port which will enable consumers to upgrade as services and applications become available. The SharpVision expansion port provides consumers with the confidence of knowing that their purchase will remain compatible with future DTV products and services as they evolve, such as high definition cable programming and future data services. Gemstar GUIDE Plus+ Gold (EPG) SharpVisionís 64LHP5000 also includes the top-of-line Gemstar GUIDE Plus+ Gold, a built-in, interactive, on-screen electronic program guide. A continuous viewing window enables viewers to monitor their program while referencing information about upcoming programs. Advanced DTV On-Screen Menu The 64LHP5000 is also equipped with an advanced on-screen menu display (OSD) that enables the user to easily set-up and operate the decoder. Four color button operation makes it possible for the user to navigate the on-screen display via direct access to most user-controlled functions. Direct access features include: auto channel scan, one-touch favorite channels, channel filtering with password control and view mode selection. Convenient input and outputs are standard on the 64LHP5000. For example, component video inputs enable connection with top-of-the-line DVD players while both optical and coax outputs make for easy connections to an AC-3 receiver for Dolby Digital audio. The rear projection TV has an estimated retail price of approximately $8,995. The actual selling prices are determined by the retailer and may vary. HDTV-Ready Rear Projection Alternative Sharp also offers a 64-inch high-definition rear projection HDTV-ready rear-projection alternative for those who prefer to purchase a decoder separately from the display, the 64LHP4000. Offering virtually the same advanced technology as its big brother (64LHP5000), with the exception of the built-in decoder, SharpVisionís HD-ready rear pro is the perfect partner for SharpVisionís innovative and upgradeable TU-DTV1000 decoder. When combined with the decoder, the 64LHP4000 displays high quality HDTV broadcast resolution, a true 1080i picture, providing unsurpassed video realism. Other DTV formats, such as 720p, 480p and even 480i, are automatically converted to 1080i to provide seamless viewing of programs broadcast in different resolutions. Convenient input and outputs are standard on the 64LHP4000. For example, component video inputs enable connection with top-of-the-line DVD players while both optical and coax outputs make for easy connections to an AC-3 receiver for Dolby Digital audio. The rear projection TV has an estimated retail price of approximately $6,495. Actual selling prices are determined by the retailer and may vary. DTV LCD Front Projectors Movie buffs and sports fans have long-relied on SharpVision LCD front projection systems for their viewing pleasures. The advent of digital television (DTV) means that with the XV-ZW99, consumers can now enjoy a true digital viewing experience. In addition to 480p compatibility, the XV-ZW99 has a 16:9 (1.78:1) aspect ratio for widescreen, cinema-like viewing, a DTV standard. Superior Image Quality As with the other SharpVision LCD projectors, the XV-ZW99 features along life metal halide light source, serving to enhance image quality, brightness, reliability and color accuracy. The XV-ZW99 is also equipped with a Digital Gamma Correction circuit, which allows viewers to enjoy a richer range of color depth ñ even in brightly lit rooms. SharpVision provides home theatre enthusiasts with a full line of LCD front projectors that enable connection to DTV products and high-end DVD players. The entire line comes equipped with component, S-Video and composite video inputs for crystal clear images. Thus, as the marketplace transitions from analog to digital products, consumers can be confident that their SharpVision projector will also be equipped to work with those new products. DTV And Computer Compatibility With Other Sharp Projectors The XV-S96U, XV-S55U and XV-H37VU offer 480i DTV compatibility through their advanced component video inputs. With component video input, these projection systems are compatible with DTV set-top boxes, as well as DVD players. Component video is a professional quality signal, which greatly improves color accuracy by splitting the signal over three separate video cables. Due to high performance achieved form component video, it is expected to replace S-Video as the recommended video signal in high-end home theatre video components. The XV-ZW99 and XVS96U are also equipped with a Multi-Scan RGB (red, green, blue) computer input that offers direct compatibility with DTV set-top converter boxes. SharpVisionís RGB input enables a direct connection with VGA and Macintosh personal notebooks and computers. This makes it possible to project computer, Web page and video game images, without the need for a separate scan converter or other special adapter. Thus, viewers will not only be able to enjoy conventional TV and video on their gigantic widescreen, but also computer video games, the Internet and DVD, all with remarkable and life-like picture quality. In addition, the XV-S96U and XV-S55U also share superior image quality technology and have a high brightness of 600 ANSI lumens making them ideal for rooms that are subject to the ambient light of everyday living conditions. As a result of this and other enhancements ñ3D-YC digital comb filter and integral quad-speed line doubler ñ consumers are able to enjoy images that are brighter, crisper and more life-like than ever before. MMC Technology Due to MMC Technology, a multi-media chip enables XV-ZW99 to display one single image in either 4:3 or 16:9 modes, as well as multiple images. This includes picture-in-picture (PIP) and picture-out-of-picture (POP) effects. Meanwhile, the V-S96U, XVS55U and XV-H37VU use Variable Widescreen Image Masking, when used in conjunction with Sharpís unique lens shift function instantly converts a standard (4:3) format to widescreen, so viewers can enjoy ""movie theatre like"" viewing. All SharpVision projection systems are available through authorized SharpVision home theatre dealers. The XV-ZW99 has an estimated retail price of approximately $7,995. The XV-S96U, XV-S55U and XV-H327VU are currently available and carry estimated retail prices of approximately $6,995, $5,995 and $3,995, respectively. Actual selling prices are determined by the retailer and may vary.