Toshiba Expands Line of Flat Panel Televisions to Include 19 Models in 10 Sizes, Demonstrating Its Strong Commitment to Flat Panel TV

Toshiba Expands Line of Flat Panel Televisions to Include 19 Models in 10 Sizes, Demonstrating Its Strong Commitment to Flat Panel TV

Toshiba's Full Line-Up of Plasma, LCD and LCDVD(TM) Includes New Sizes and More Options in Flat Panel TV

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M., May 19 /PRNewswire/ -- Toshiba America Consumer Products, L.L.C. ("Toshiba") announced a significantly expanded 2005 flat panel line-up at its line show in New Mexico today. With 19 flat panel TVs, ranging from Plasma to LCD to LCD with built-in DVD (LCDVD), Toshiba is demonstrating its commitment to delivering Toshiba's leading picture quality and size choices in flat panel TV. In addition, Toshiba introduced the new SoundStrip(TM) speaker system. This new system creates a space-saving and cosmetically pleasing design by eliminating the extra space of traditional side or bottom speakers.

Featuring models in both the TheaterWide(R) and Cinema Series(R) product lines Toshiba now offers one of the industry's most comprehensive selections of flat panel TVs, and the industry's largest selection of LCDVD. Toshiba's flat panel TVs give consumers the option to make high quality television part of any room design or lifestyle.

"With flat panel TV models from 14" to 50", Toshiba's extensive 2005 line- up provides every conceivable option for the consumer," said Scott Ramirez, VP, Marketing. "Moving the category forward, our industry leading line-up of eight LCDVD combo models provides the ultimate in convenience, and integration into any home decor."

Toshiba boasts one of the widest arrays of flat panel TVs in the industry, including screen sizes ranging from 14 to 50 inches measured diagonally, with a selection of widescreen Plasma, widescreen LCD, widescreen LCDVD combo and standard (4:3) LCD.

To ensure the highest possible picture quality, Toshiba will incorporate its next generation PixelPure(TM) AT Digital Video Processing into most of its widescreen HD flat panel models. PixelPure AT (Adaptive Technology) will deliver the consistently high quality picture expected from Toshiba TVs.

AT includes:
-- Motion Adaptive De-Interlacing
-- Adaptive MPEG Processing
-- Adaptive Contrast Enhancement
-- Adaptive Color Enhancement
And more ...

True to Toshiba's heritage of offering feature-rich products, all widescreen HD models will also include HDMI(TM) digital inputs for uncompressed, pure digital video, and CableClear(R) DNR video noise reduction which reduces video noise for a clean, crisp image. In addition, all Integrated HD flat panel TV models include a CableCARD(TM) slot, TV Guide On Screen(R) and Toshiba's new Channel Browser system, which brings the Back Button to the TV.

Cinema Series Flat Panel

Toshiba kicks off its 2005 Cinema Series line up with its new 50HPX95 (50") and 42HPX95 (42") Integrated HD Plasma TVs, featuring 720p True HD panel resolution. These new models feature Toshiba's new SoundStrip Speaker System, enabling improved sound quality, and a more modern and compact design. The 42HPX95 and 50HPX95 Plasma TVs also come equipped with a PC input, and IEEE1394 (DTVLink) for connection to an optional Symbio(TM) HD Recorder.

The Cinema Series Plasma models will include a revolutionary new feature called THINC(TM) (Toshiba Home Interactive Network Connection). This home entertainment networking feature allows consumers to connect their TV to their computer and playback MP3 files and JPEG files, using only the TV remote.

In the LCDVD category, Toshiba announced the new 32HLX95 (32") and 37HLX95 (37") Integrated HD LCD TVs with built-in DVD. These TVs feature 720p True HD panel resolution, CableCARD Slot, TV Guide On-Screen, dual HDMI(TM) digital inputs, and a PC input.

Other features include SRS(R) WOW(TM) for enhanced sound quality, as well as Digital 3DYC Comb Filter, Cinema Mode (3:2 Pull Down), Color Temperature Control, HD Dynamic Contrast, and Movie and Sports modes.

Understanding the importance of an upscale family design, all Cinema Series Plasma and LCDVD TVs add a High-gloss black bezel to the modern SoundStrip Design.

TheaterWide Flat Panels

Toshiba announced several new additions to its TheaterWide line including a robust offering of Integrated HD LCD TVs. Toshiba announced the 27HL95 (27"), 32HL95 (32") and 37HL95 (37") which offer a new cosmetic design and come equipped with a wide array of features including a PC input.

The TheaterWide line also includes the 20HL85 (20"), 23HL85 (23") and 27HL85 (27") HD Monitor LCD TVs. All sets offer a panel resolution of 720p True HD. The 20" and 23" models also feature a 15-Pin D-Sub (VGA) Input for use with a PC. Toshiba's TheaterWide flat panel TV line also includes an enhanced definition (ED) 4:3 model -- the 20DL75 (20").

The LCDVD additions in TheaterWide include the new 27HLV95 (27") Integrated HD LCD TV and the 23HLV85 (23"), 20HLV85 (20"), and 17HLV85 (17") HD Monitor models, all with built-in DVD player. These sets offer 720p resolution and come equipped with HDMI(TM) inputs. Rounding out the line-up is the 4:3 14DLV75 (14") combo.

Toshiba also announced the new 50HP95 (50") and 42HP95 (42") Plasma televisions. Both Integrated HD Plasma televisions will feature the SoundStrip Speaker System, a panel resolution of 720p True HD, and come equipped with CableCARD slot, TV Guide On Screen, and a PC input.

In addition, Toshiba introduced its first 480P Plasma model -- the Custom Series 42DPC85 True Monitor ED Plasma display. The 42DPC85, which also includes Toshiba's SoundStrip speaker system, provides an option for consumers who use a cable box or satellite receiver for tuning.

Pricing and Expected Availability

Cinema Series 32HLX95 (July 2005, $2,999.99); 37HLX95 (August 2005, $3,999.99); 42HPX95 (August 2005, $3, 999.99); 50HPX95 (September 2005, $5,499.99)

TheaterWide

14DLV75 (Available Now, $549.99); 17HLV85 (June 2005, $799.99); 20DL75 (May 2005, $699.99); 20HL85 (June 2005, $899.99); 20HLV85 (June 2005, $999.99); 23HL85 (June 2005, $1,199.99); 23HLV85 (July 2005, 1,399.99); 27HL85 (June 2005, $1,499.99); 27HL95 (July 2005, $1,799.99); 27HLV95 (July 2005, $1,999.99); 32HL95 (July 2005, $2,499.99); 37HL95 (July 2005, $3,499.99); 42DPC85 (September 2005, $1,999.99); 42HP95 (August 2005, $3,499.99); 50HP95 (August 2005, $4,999.99).

About Toshiba America Consumer Products, L.L.C.

Toshiba America Consumer Products, L.L.C. is a limited liability company, owned by Toshiba America, Inc., a subsidiary of Toshiba Corporation, a world leader in high technology products with subsidiaries worldwide. Toshiba America Consumer Products, L.L.C. 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, rear and front projection and direct view televisions, home theater projectors, combination products and portable devices. Toshiba America Consumer Products, L.L.C. is headquartered in Wayne, New Jersey with production facilities in Lebanon, Tennessee. For additional information please visit http://www.tacp.toshiba.com/.

SRS and WOW are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc.
Dolby Digital is a registered trademark of Dolby Laboratories.
HDMI is a trademark of HDMI Licensing, L.L.C.
CableCARD is a trademark of Cable Television Laboratories, Inc.

TV Guide On Screen is a registered trademark of Gemstar-TV Guide International, Inc. and/or one of its affiliates.

Source: Toshiba America Consumer Products, L.L.C.

CONTACT: Alejandro Arango, Media Contact for Toshiba America Consumer
Products, L.L.C., +1-617-587-2034, aarango@brodeur.com

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