Toshiba REGZA XV648, ZV650 and SV670 Series HDTVs

Toshiba introduces LED TV incorporating FocaLight technology with Local Dimming, and ClearScan 240 motion enhancement, demonstrating best-in-class picture performance

Toshiba America Consumer Products L.L.C. (”Toshiba”), a market leader in LCD TVs, today announced that it is now shipping its premium REGZA® HDTV Series, including the highly acclaimed ZV650 LCD TV, and state-of-the-art SV670 LED TV. These new series combine the most advanced picture technology with stunning designs, creating a highly immersive viewing experience that improves and extends home entertainment in new and exciting ways.

As a leader in technology, Toshiba designed its new REGZA line of premium LCD TVs to elevate the viewing experience to the next level by using its unmatched processing power to create all-new levels of picture quality. In addition, next-generation connectivity and industry-leading cosmetic design were added to create a new REGZA experience.

REGZA models set themselves apart with a litany of cutting-edge picture technology features such as the new FocaLight LED Backlight with Local Dimming for superlative picture contrast, ClearScan 240 motion enhancement with Backlight Scanning for amazing picture clarity with fast-motion video, and the enhanced REGZA Engine with PixelPure 5G 14-bit video processing, Resolution+ super resolution technology, and AutoView histogram controlled automatic picture adjustment.

In addition to picture quality enhancements, these new REGZA series also offer a comprehensive suite of next-generation connectivity features including a USB port, SD card Slot, 4 HDMI inputs with InstaPort and REGZA-LINK, IR Pass-Through Port, and high-resolution PC input.

To ensure that the sound quality is as enjoyable as the picture quality, Toshiba has also included new Dolby Volume sound leveling, and Audyssey EQ. Toshiba is the first TV company to incorporate new Dolby Volume, a technology that solves a real-world problem by utilizing human psycho-acoustic algorithms to ensure a consistent volume level, even during commercials or when changing channels.

“Toshiba LCD TV market share has seen a meteoric rise from just 4.1 percent in November 2007 to 11.4 percent in April 2009,”* said Scott Ramirez, vice president of Marketing at Toshiba. “For 2009, we developed and incorporated a wide range of advanced, robust technologies to create an all-new level of REGZA LCD TV. We didn’t just make LED TV; we innovated by utilizing superior Local Dimming. We didn’t just utilize higher frame rates; we innovated by adding new Backlight Scanning Technology. We didn’t just wrap everything in high-gloss black; we innovated by creating the stunning new Deep Lagoon Design with Infinity Flush Front. The new REGZA is more than our dealers and consumers expected, and the response has been nothing short of amazing.”

more details on each model at eCoustics.com…

source: eCoustics

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This little, pricey, piece of equipment is so awesome. Voice command, link up to 4 projectors for a larger multi-screen image. The Toshiba TLP-X200U might cost you an arm and a leg at $1739.00 for the projector, but if you have the green you will get some great new technology.

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IRVINE, Calif., Nov 04, 2008 (BUSINESS WIRE) — A leader in creating innovative mobile computing products, Toshiba’s Digital Products Division, today announced the launch of the lightweight TLP-X200U wireless 3LCD projector, the world’s first projector with voice guidance. This innovative feature provides ease of use, preventative maintenance updates and a lower total cost of ownership. The slim TLP-X200U network compatible projector also incorporates closed captioning, a unique multiscreen function for large venue use and is covered by Toshiba’s three-year standard limited warranty(1) for $1,739 (MSRP)(2).

“Toshiba has designed, engineered and manufactured the TLP-X200U projector with its special voice guidance to help reduce projector maintenance costs,” said Jane Poon, product marketing manager, Digital Products Division, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. “The voice guidance system conveniently directs users with an audible message through the projector’s operating instructions and system warnings, such as the on/off status, lamp life, air filter checks and cooling fan status.”

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IRVINE, Calif., (Oct. 7, 2008) — A leader in creating innovative mobile computing products, Toshiba’s Digital Products Division, today announced the launch of the mobile, 3LCD TLP-X150U projector with closed captioning that can deliver a “PC-free” presentation, thanks to a built-in USB port in a slim form factor. The projector is affordably priced at $959 (MSRP)1 and is covered by Toshiba’s three-year standard limited warranty2.

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TLP-X150U Projector Specifications (MSRP $959)¹
• Display Technology: 0.63 inches 3LCD
• Aspect Ratio: 4:3
• Native Resolution: XGA 1024 x 768
• Brightness: 2,600 ANSI lumens
• Contrast Ratio: 600:1
• Projection Method: Front, rear and ceiling
• Color Reproduction: Full 16.7 million colors
• Projection Screen Size: 30–300 inches
• Projection Distance: 2.9 – 35.9 feet
• Input Terminal:
  • RGB Input 1: 1 x D-sub 15 (shared as component video)
  • RGB Input 2: 1 x D-sub 15 (shared by mechanical switch from RGB output)
  • Video: 1 x S-video; 1 x RCA for composite video
  • Audio: 1 x stereo mini-jack (multiple use for Computer 1 IN/2 IN, Video, and S-video)
• Output Terminal:
  • RGB: 1 x D-sub 15-pin (shared by mechanical switch from RGB input 2)
  • Audio: 1 x Stereo mini-jack (variable output)
  • Input Signal Format:
    Video: NTSC, PAL, SECAM
    Color Difference: HDTV/DTV (480i/480p/576i/576p/720p/1080i)
    RGB: VGA, SVGA, XGA (native), SXGA/UXGA (compressed)
• Other Terminal:
  • RS-232C: 1 x RS232 (D-sub 9-pin)
  • USB: 1 x USB
• Weight: 4.0 pounds
• Dimensions: 10.6″ W x 2.8″H x 7.4″D
• Warranty: Three-year limited warranty on parts and labor. One-year limited warranty on the lamp or 500 hours, whichever comes first.

The Toshiba TLP-X150U is currently available through Toshiba’s authorized distributors, dealers, VARs, mail-order outlets and www.explore.toshiba.com.

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IRVINE, Calif., Aug 26, 2008 — A leader in creating innovative mobile computing products, Toshiba’s Digital Products Division, a division of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc., today announced the launch of its affordable and powerful projector, the TLP-XE30U. Covered by Toshiba’s three-year standard limited warranty1, the 3,000 ANSI lumen mobile projector offers improved image quality with 3LCD technology and innovative features, such as “blackboard” wall color adjustment and quick-power shutdown, for the price of $1,119 (MSRP).

“Toshiba has added the TLP-XE30U to its award-winning lineup of projectors to make presentation solutions more affordable for business professionals, educators and home digital entertainment enthusiasts,” said Jane Poon, product marketing manager, Digital Products Division, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. “Toshiba constantly strives to provide our customers with the highest quality projector technology at the lowest possible price, the TLP-XE30U 3LCD projector is backed by a with a three-year standard limited warranty1.”

The Toshiba TLP-XE30U projector includes the following leading-edge technologies:

– “Blackboard” Function: This feature allows presentations to be made on non-screen surfaces, such as a painted wall or a blackboard, for ultimate mobility. Users simply select a wall color, such as green, black, brown, blue or beige, and the projector automatically corrects the color for a clearer display in almost any environment.

– Quick-Power Shutdown: Some projectors require that the fan stops completely before unplugging the projector to save on wear and tear of the lamp. The Toshiba TLP-XE30U projector can be powered off once disconnected from the outlet with no cool-down time required.

– Automatic Vertical Keystone Correction: This feature instantly projects a square image even when the projector is placed at a steep offset angle of plus or minus 30 degrees to the screen.

– One-Touch Auto Setup: The TLP-XE30U projector comes with a fully loaded remote control that ensures worry-free, professional presentations even in the most unforgiving environments.

– Digital Zoom: This feature allows the user to focus on the highlights of the presentation by resizing the images.

The following are some of the Toshiba TLP-XE30U projector specifications: TLP-XE30U Projector Specifications (MSRP $1,1192)

– Display Technology: 0.63″ 3LCD
– Aspect Ratio: 4:3
– Native Resolution: XGA 1024 x 768
– Brightness: 3000 ANSI lumens
– Contrast Ratio: 600:1
– Projection Method: Front, rear and ceiling
– Color Reproduction: Full 16.7 million colors
– Projection Screen Size: 33-300 inches
– Projection Distance: 3.8-28.9 feet
– Input Terminal: RGB: 1 x D-sub 15 (can be used for computer input out component video) Video: 1 x S-video; 1 x RCA for composite video RGB Audio: 1 x stereo mini-jack — Output Terminal: RGB: 1 x D-sub 15 terminal Audio: 1 x Stereo mini-jack
– Input Signal Format: Video: NTSC, PAL, SECAM Color Difference: HDTV/DTV (480p/480i/576i/576p/720p/1080i/1080p), DVD
– RGB: VGA, SVGA, XGA (true), WXGA/SXGA/UXGA (Compressed)
– Other Terminal: RS-232C: 1 x RS232 (mini DIN8 pin)
– Weight: 6.2 pounds
– Warranty: Three-year limited warranty on parts and labor. One-year limited warranty on the lamp or 500 hours, whichever comes first1. limited warranty on the lamp or 500 hours, whichever comes first1.

The Toshiba TLP-XE30U 3LCD projector is currently available through Toshiba’s authorized distributors, dealers, VARs, mail-order outlets, retail stores and www.explore.toshiba.com.

Green Statement: Toshiba strongly believes in corporate social responsibility and is committed to taking certain actions to help protect the environment. Toshiba has set an environmental goal to double its ecological efficiency by 2010 while currently manufacturing its products to meet the Restriction on Hazardous Substances3 standard (RoHS). All Toshiba projectors are RoHS-compatible, reducing harmful environmental effects by restricting the use of lead, mercury and certain other hazardous substances.

About Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. (TAIS)

Headquartered in Irvine, Calif., TAIS is comprised of four business units: Digital Products Division, Imaging Systems Division, Storage Device Division, and Telecommunication Systems Division. Together, these divisions provide mobile products and solutions, including industry leading portable computers; projectors; imaging products for the security, medical and manufacturing markets; storage products for automotive, computer and consumer electronics applications; and telephony equipment and associated applications.

TAIS provides sales, marketing and services for its wide range of information products in the United States and Latin America. TAIS is an independent operating company owned by Toshiba America, Inc., a subsidiary of Toshiba Corporation, which is a global leader in high technology and integrated manufacturing of electrical and electronic components, products and systems, as well as major infrastructure systems. Toshiba was founded in 1875, and today operates a global network of more than 740 companies, with 198,000 employees worldwide and annual sales surpassing $76 billion. For more information on Toshiba’s leading innovations, visit the company’s Web site at www.toshiba.com.

1 The terms and conditions of Toshiba’s standard limited warranties are available at www.warranty.toshiba.com.

2 Reseller prices may vary. MSRP means “Manufacturers Suggested Retail Price.”

3 RoHS. This product is compatible with European Union Directive 2002/95/EC. See RoHS legal footnote at www.info.toshiba.com.

(C) 2008 Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. All product, service and company names are trademarks, registered trademarks or service marks of their respective owners. Information including without limitation product prices, specifications, availability, content of services, and contact information is subject to change without notice.

SOURCE: MarketWatch | Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc.

TOSHIBA “BREATHES NEW LIFE” INTO DVD WITH XDE™ TECHNOLOGY

WAYNE, NJ - AUGUST 18, 2008

XDE offers enhanced picture performance from standard DVDs

Link: www.toshibaxde.com

http://www.tacp.toshiba.com/dvd/product.asp?model=xd-e500

Toshiba America Consumer Products, L.L.C. (“Toshiba”) today announces its new video enhancement technology for DVD with the introduction of the XD-E500. XDE, or “eXtended Detail Enhancement,” is more than just DVD upconversion. XDE takes DVD picture quality to a whole new level.

In addition to providing upconversion from 480i/p up to 1080p, XDE offers user selectable picture enhancement modes that allow for greater detail, more vivid colors and stronger contrast that bring standard DVD quality closer to the HD experience. XDE technology lets consumers enjoy their existing DVD libraries in a whole new way.

“Consumers have embraced the DVD format like no other technology and invested in large libraries of their favorite movies. As the market moves towards high definition, XDE lets them experience their existing DVD library and the tens of thousands of DVD titles in a whole new way,” said Louis Masses, Director of Product Planning. “XDE offers consumers a simple solution to add on to their HDTV purchase. XDE works with existing DVDs to deliver a near HD experience with enhanced detail and richer colors. Toshiba is delivering to consumers what they want – a high quality experience at an affordable price.”

XDE Flexibility In addition to upconversion from 480i/p to 1080p, XDE technology offers consumers the ability to customize their viewing experience to their liking with its picture mode settings. With these three selectable settings – Sharp, Color and Contrast – users can get the most out of their DVD movie-viewing experience on their terms.

• Sharp Mode offers improved detail enhancement that is one step closer to high definition. Edges are sharper and details in movies are more visible. Unlike traditional sharpness control, XDE technology analyzes the entire picture and adds edge enhancement precisely where it’s needed.
• Color Mode makes the colors of nature stand out with improved richness. Blues and greens are more vivid and lifelike. Color Mode combines the improvement in color with the detail enhancement of Sharp Mode and is ideal for outdoor scenes.
• Contrast Mode is designed to make darker scenes or foregrounds more clearly visible without the typical “washing out” that can occur with traditional contrast adjustment. Recommended for dark scenes where detail may be difficult to notice, Contrast Mode is also combined with Sharp Mode to provide a clearer viewing experience.

In an effort to reach a broad spectrum of consumers from around the world, Toshiba’s new XDE technology and the exciting experience it delivers, will be featured in an extensive print and online advertising campaign. This includes placement on NBCOlympics.com, a site that signifies strength, performance, diversity and unity among many. A new Web site, www.toshibaxde.com, will be launched to help educate consumers on the benefits of XDE technology and how it works so they can experience the best of what this new technology has to offer and enjoy their DVD movies in near HD quality.

XDE will be launched today onboard the XD-E500 1080p/24fps Upconverting DVD player. Featuring XDE technology, the XD-E500 also incorporates key features found on today’s upconverting standard DVD players such as HDMI-CEC, DivX certification, JPEG capability, MP3 and WMA playback and much more in a slim, high-gloss cosmetic design to complement today’s HDTV. The XD-E500 is shipping this month with an MSRP of $149.99 and can be found at authorized retailers nationwide.

For more information on XDE please visit www.toshibaxde.com or www.tacp.toshiba.com.

About Toshiba America Consumer Products, L.L.C.
Toshiba America Consumer Products, L.L.C. is owned by Toshiba America, Inc., a subsidiary of Toshiba Corporation, a world leader in high technology products with subsidiaries worldwide. Toshiba is a pioneer in DVD and DVD Recorder technology and a leading manufacturer of a full line of home entertainment products, including flat panel TV, combination products and portable devices. Toshiba America Consumer Products, L.L.C. is headquartered in Wayne, New Jersey. For additional information please visit www.tacp.toshiba.com.

source: Toshiba | Nicole Lawler - BRODEUR