VIZIO Announces a Slew of New HDTVs

All of the announced TVs fall in the XVT, M and E series. The XVT series will feature TruLED and 240Hz SPS. And it will be available in 32- to 55-inches. The M series will feature a JAVA design and 120Hz technology and will be available in 32- to 47-inches. The E series, as in Eco, will drain the least amount of energy and will be available in 19- to 42-inches.

Also, these TVs will have integrated USB video inputs that are enhanced and offer high quality 1080p video playback, along with a Mega Dynamic Contrast Ratio of up to 2,000,000:1. The XVT series will include a universal learning backlit remote, too.

Between these 3 new HDTV series, there will be a total of 31 new models. This is VIZIO's entire 2009 lineup, so expect to see these rolling out soon, along with the prices.

Press Release:

VIZIO America's #1 HDTV Company Delivers NEW High Performance TV Collection

• Number One shipper of Flat Panel HDTVs in USA unveils wide range of high- performance, high-value televisions
• Flagship Extreme VIZIO Technology, XVT™ Series advances television's state of the art with NEW TruLED™ and 240Hz SPS™ (scenes per second), and Thin Line™ 120Hz models. (New XVT Models are in 55 - 32" screen sizes)
• JAVA™ designer collection within the NEW "M" Series combines high style with Full HD 1080P resolution and 120Hz with Smooth Motion™ LCD HDTVs (New M Series Models are in 47 - 32" screen sizes)
• "E" Series provide energy efficient EcoHD™ (20% below Energy Star 3.0), essential performance and exceptional value in small to mid screen sizes (New E Series Models are in 42 – 19" sizes)
• All models are energy efficient, meeting and exceeding Energy Star 3.0 requirements

June 8, 2009 -- VIZIO, America's #1 HDTV and Consumer Electronics Company, has unveiled its 2009 TV product lineup, with 31 new models in three product groups. With a comprehensive range that includes cutting-edge Smart Dimming™ backlight TruLED™ LCD technology, high-style/high performance products, and the best everyday value HDTVs, VIZIO's products are energy efficient, with each earning and exceeding Energy Star 3.0 qualification. Product releases are scheduled throughout the year, with numerous products now in-store and due to hit shelves soon.

"VIZIO's 2009 line of LCD HDTVs advances our mission to deliver the most advanced video and audio technologies to our customers with unequalled value and style," says Laynie Newsome, VIZIO Co-Founder and VP Sales and Marketing Communications. "Our customers have come to expect superior performance and design from VIZIO, and this new line has unprecedented value in every screen size."

Superior Performance Video & Audio

This year's Extreme VIZIO Technology XVT™ series again advances VIZIO performance with a Full HD 1080p lineup featuring both 120Hz with Thin Line™ stylish designs and 240Hz SPS models using Smooth Motion™ technology, with the most sophisticated models incorporating TruLED and Smart Dimming™ backlight technology. In all models, VIZIO has integrated USB video inputs that are enhanced and offer high quality 1080p video playback, along with Mega Dynamic Contrast Ratio™ of up to 2,000,000:1 makes for incredible black levels and almost three-dimensional imagery, they also include advanced user interface control with picture in picture and picture on picture functionality. VIZIO XVT models all include a universal learning backlit remote control.

All models have superior audio, thanks to SRS Labs Technology with TruSurround HD™, which enhances clarity and produces surround sound without external speakers, and TruVolume™, which eliminates annoying volume fluctuations when switching channels or when commercials come on and off.

Full HD in New Colors and Styles

VIZIO's designer lines combine 1080p Full HD performance with distinctive looking designs such as the VL series brushed JAVA™ color treatment, and VT series TVs that resemble luxurious wood picture frames to bring a stylish touch to consumers' viewing environments. Select models feature a 120Hz refresh rate with Smooth Motion technology, as well as VIZIO's new USB Multi-Media Feature that can display MPEG-2, H.264 and WMV9 video, JPEG photos, and MP3 music from a thumb drive or FAT32 hard drive. Many models have VIZIO's new "Pause Live TV" feature, which allows viewers to pause their programs without the need for a separate cable or satellite box. VIZIO's Mega Dynamic Contrast Ratio™ of up to 50,000:1 increases contrast ratio and picture quality, providing incredibly deep blacks. Each model also has multiple HDMI inputs and many include a side panel HDMI Game or Camera Input Port.

HDTV Value in Every Size

With screen sizes ranging from 19" to 32", VIZIO's "E" series HDTVs provide incredible value in small to midsized packages with stylish white or black piano colored bezels. Many of these sets offer Full HD 1080p performance, and all utilize SRS Labs' TruSurround technology to provide superior audio. Some models feature VIZIO's EcoHD™ technology, which lowers energy consumption as much as 20% below Energy Star 3.0 standards.

For more information, please call 888-VIZIOCE or visit on the web at www.VIZIO.com.

SOURCE VIZIO