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JVC introduces the LT-32A61 and LT-26A61 LCD TVs for the UK market.

A distinctive difference between these models and other LCD TVs in their class is the “HD ready” logo. The specifications of these LCDs feature a W-XGA (1366 x 768). These wide aspect ratio models are capable of displaying a minimum of 720 physical lines in native resolution. They are also equipped with both component (analogue Y, Pb, Pr) and DVI inputs, which are compatible with 1080i/50Hz, 1080i/60Hz, 720p/50Hz, and 720p/60Hz signals.

DVI Input
DVI (digital video interface) input for TVs is a connector that transfers high-definition video signals from digital devices with HDMI or DVI output. An optional HDMI to DVI or DVI to DVI cable is required for signal transfer.

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The Sony ultra compact VPL-ES3 accepts a range of sources including high definition images while the short focal lens enables a maximum screen-size of up to 300 inches. The VPL-ES3 also comes with a monitor-out connection, so the image to be displayed on a second screen. It can be integrated with other equipment - for example, the audio output connector can be linked up to an external speaker system.

The projector is feature rich with native SVGA resolution, 2000 ANSI Lumen Brightness, 6 selectable picture modes, a component input terminal, monitor out, front exhaust, and 3 selectable black level adjustment modes

Highlights:
* 2000 ANSI Lumens
* SVGA Resolution, Scans to SXGA+
* 0.63-inch SVGA 3 LCD Panels
* 165W UHP Lamp
* Rated 3000 Hours (Standard) Lamp Life
* 40″ to 300″ Screen Coverage
* 29dB Noise Level (Standard Lamp Mode)
* 1.2 times zoom lens
* 1-component (Y/R-Y/B, HD-15)
* Video Composite, S-Video
* Monitor Out
* Front and rear IR Receiver
* Front exhaust system

The VPL-ES3 will be available in March. Price $1,229.00

Source: Sony via TechDigest

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Samsung has announced their 80″ Plasma TV, the HP-R8082, is now for sale. The HP-R8082, which was originally displayed at CES 2006, features 1920×1080 (1080p) resolution and the full complement of connectivity choices

The pricing is not very clear (yet). The product was not found on Samsung’s website, although the manual can already be downloaded. On Sound&Vision it is listed at $150,000 and at TVAuthority you can get it for ‘just’ $ 40,000.

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Convergence is not happening and the home automation market is not doing well, this was told to an audience of 150 tech journalists today on the 2006 Media Connect KickStart Conference on the Sunshine Coast (Australia).

This is maybe true for the business market in the US and Europe. However in the consumer market there is enough space to develop new models and products for the market. This my opinion.

More from the conference:

“The home automation market was “In a mess” and that convergence was not happening, according to the people in the debate. Researcher, Graeme Philipson; “The home automation market is not doing well, convergence has not taken off and that due to the digital home industry being so young a lot of mistakes were being made. Philipson on the CEDIA market; “The home automation guys are not getting critical mass. We are currently doing a research study for a major home automation brand and even their own customers are not happy with what they are offering”.

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