Sony intros three new ES receiver models
June 27th, 2008 
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Sony has announced three new AV receivers under its “Elevated Standard” line, the STR-DA2400ES, 3400ES and 4400ES. All of them are capable of 1080/24p output, and decoding several audio codecs, including Dolby TrueHD, DTS High Resolution and DTS HD Master Audio. A built-in Faroudja DCDi Cinema chip upscales all video to 1080p when streamed via HDMI. The 4400ES is the top-end model, and has a 120W amplifier that services 7.1 channels. Six HDMI inputs are supplied, and streams can be directed to multiple zones simultaneously, including two video and three audio zones. It should ship in August for $1,500.
The 3400ES steps power down to 100W, and HDMI inputs down to four. Likewise, zone distribution includes only two video options, one of which must be composite. Finally, the 2400ES loses zone support entirely. The former will be out in August for $1,000, while the latter will arrive in July for $800.
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Panasonic introduces a new line of Projector, LB80 Series
May 29th, 2008 
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Panasonic introduced this morning a new line of LCD projector, the LB80 series. Our PT-LB80NT/PT-LB75NT/PT-LW80NT offers a brightness levels from 2600 TO 3200Lumens, a contrast ratio of 500:1, with resolution of 1024×768 to 1280×800. The projection size of this new line is between 33’’ and 300’’. They feature a built-in mono speaker (1w), Wifi B/G, measure 368 x 88 x 233 mm and weigh 2.96Kg.
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New SP920 DLP from BenQ
May 28th, 2008 
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According to Display Tree Consulting’s February 2008 projector study, 1080p popularity is steadily rising as is the high-lumen 6000-6999 segment, which more than doubled from 2006 to 2007. Always a step ahead of market trends, BenQ – among the world’s top DLP® projector suppliers – broadened its high-brightness offerings with the introduction of its latest lights-on stunner, the SP920. This new model touts an ultra-high 6000 ANSI lumens and the latest picture-enhancing technologies, which include Texas Instruments’ DLP chip and BrilliantColor™ processing, OSRAM’s UNISHAPE™ lamp lighting technology and BenQ’s proprietary 3D Color Management system and unique dual lamp design. Consumers will likewise be working smarter and happier with the SP920’s adjustable lumen output, superior optical efficiency, greater connectivity and lights-on convenience.
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New DVP-NS708H Upscaling DVD Player From Sony
May 26th, 2008 
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DVP-NS708H DVD Player: Key Features
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Get the very best out of your DVD movie collection with the new DVP-NS708H upscaling DVD player from Sony.
A perfect complement to your BRAVIA™ LCD television or any HD Ready TV, the DVP-NS708H upscales Standard Definition DVDs to 1080p for sublime, detail-packed pictures. The highest resolution format your HD TV can display, 1080p presents 1920×1080 Full HD images with progressive scanning. This guarantees a richer, more cinematic viewing experience, especially at larger TV screen sizes.
It’s also a great way to get even more enjoyment from your precious digital photo collection. JPEG images burned onto CD or DVD from your Cyber-shot™ or α digital SLR camera can be enjoyed on a connected BRAVIA™ television with breathtaking HD quality. If your BRAVIA™ TV supports PhotoTV HD, still images are optimised further for the ultimate photo viewing experience.
The beautifully styled DVD player features a premium high-gloss black finish that makes a chic addition to any interior.
For simple operation and less living room clutter, the DVP-NS708H can be controlled via BRAVIA™ Sync using your TV’s remote.
“Here’s the perfect answer for any home theatre fan who wants to get the very best out of DVD movies or their digital photo collection.” says Ayhan Akyüz, Product Manager for DVD Player products. “The DVP-NS708H upscales Standard Definition signals to 1080p for beautiful, detail-packed images that look amazing on your BRAVIA™ television or home cinema projector. Your favourite DVDs have never looked better!”
DVP-NS708H DVD Player: Key Features 
- HDMI™ High Definition Multimedia Interface
- High Resolution Video Output: 720p/1080i/1080p Up-convert
- Precision Drive 3 Mechanism for stable, accurate playback
- CD playback: High Resolution JPEG, CD-R/RW/ Data CD (MP3) & SVCD (Simple Playback)
- Playback of DVD-R/RW/-R DL ( VR and Video Mode ) and DVD+R/+RW/+R DL
- Playback of DVD-R/-RW/-R DL/+R/+RW/+R DL and CD-R/RW with DivX
- Precision Cinema Progressive (PCP)
- BRAVIA™ Sync
- Progressive Scan Output
- 12 bit/108 MHz Noise Shaped Video D/A Converter
- PhotoTV HD
- Component Video Outputs
- Coaxial Digital Output
Denon launches affordable DVD-1800BD Blu-ray player
May 21st, 2008
Denon has announced a new Blu-ray player in the States, the DVD-1800BD at an “affordable” price point.
With the price set at $749, the player boasts modest specs including Blu-ray Profile 1.1, or “Bonus View” but not the all-singing BD-Live features that the newest next-gen discs will feature.
As per usual with Denon, the focus is on audio and visual quality with the company promising high performance from the new device.
The DVD-1800BD features HDMI 1.3a with Deep Color and Bonus View support, full bitstream output of Dolby and DTS-HD audio formats, as well as 1080p scaling from DVDs and 2-channel analogue audio output.
The Denon DVD-1800BD is scheduled for availability in October 2008 in the States and Pocket-lint can reveal it will get a European launch in November.
From
www.pocket-lint.co.uk
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