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42″Regza ZV Series 42ZV555DB

March 8th, 2009 at 06:37pm Under Audio Video+ Televisions

42zv555d_main_product_page2 Our new Regza ZV series of Full HD Ready 1080P LCD televisions combine superb picture processing performance and audio quality and are the first models to include Resolution+ technology. Resolution+ technology displays images at near HD quality with enhanced edge detail. Available in 42″ and 46″.

3 x HDMI

High-Definition Multimedia Interface is an all-digital audio/video interface capable of transmitting uncompressed streams. HDMI provides an interface between any compatible digital audio/video source and video monitor.

Active Vision M100 HD

This system doubles the number of pictures projected on screen per second compared to 50Hz by simply repeating each frame. This process eliminates the flicker naturally occurring at a lower scanning speed.

Dynamic Contrast

Automatically adjusts brightness required by the signal. This system allows fine detail to be reproduced, without compromising the rendering of colourful, high-bright scenes, by dimming the backlight. Conversely, for bright scenes the backlight can be brightened to give images a new intensity.

Freeview

Freeview+ benefits and features: Up to 48 digital TV channels Up to 24 digital radio stations No Subscription, no contract, no fuss No installation, easy set up Interactive services Check coverage in your area. Text your postcode, followed by your house number or name to 83331*. Or visit www.freeview.co.uk *e.g. NW9 6NY 1 (Costs no more than a normal text) The FREEVIEW service is subject to coverage. An aerial upgrade may be required. The FREEVIEW and FREVIEW+ words are trade marks of DTV Services LTD. DTV Services Ltd 2002, 2008.

Full Power Down

Your Toshiba LCD TV can now be fully turned off when you do not want to leave it on stand by mode.

Game Mode

A dedicated setting for Gaming enthusiasts. Select “Game Mode” when connecting your HDMI games console, the picture will automatically adjust to offer a more natural gaming picture. Offering the online gamer a distinct advantage over your rivals who don’t have a dedicated Game Mode.

HD Ready 1080p

The highest definition signal currently available carries which 1080 horizontal lines of information progressivvely scanned to create a high definition image (1920 x 1080).

Regza Link

Product is compatible with all other products within the Regza range.

Resolution Plus

Resolution+ allows your LCD TV to display standard definition images at near high definition, with improved edge detail and better textural content of the final image.

SRS WOW

Enhanced 3-dimensional sound from stereo speakers

3 x HDMI

Active Vision M100 HD

Dynamic Contrast

Freeview

Full Power Down

Your Toshiba LCD TV can now be fully turned off when you do not want to leave it on stand by mode.

Game Mode

HD Ready 1080p

The highest definition signal currently available carries which 1080 horizontal lines of information progressivvely scanned to create a high definition image (1920 x 1080).

Regza Link

Product is compatible with all other products within the Regza range.

Resolution Plus

Resolution+ allows your LCD TV to display standard definition images at near high definition, with improved edge detail and better textural content of the final image.

SRS WOW

Enhanced 3-dimensional sound from stereo speakers

tributes
10 Bit Panel	Yes
100Hz	Yes
24 fps (5:5 pulldown)	Yes
3D Digital Comb Filter	Yes
Active Vision M100 HD	Yes
Auto Contrast (Light Sensor)	Yes
Brightness (cd/m2)	500
Dymanic Contrast Ratio	17000:1
Dynamic Gamma Curve Correction	Yes
Exact Scan Mode	Yes
Full Power Down Option	Yes
Game Mode	Yes
HD Ready 1080p	Yes
MPEG Noise Reduction	Yes
PC Fine Mode	Yes
Resolution	1920 x 1080p
Resolution Plus	Yes
Screen Format	16:9
Screen Size	40″ - 49″
Selectable Picture Format	Yes
Viewing Angle	178
Visible Screen Size	106 CM
Wide Colour Gumut	Yes
xvYCC Colour Space	Yes

Audio
Bass Boost	Yes
Internal Speakers ON/OFF	Yes
Sound Output (RMS)W	20
SRS WOW®	Yes
Stable Sound	Yes

Connections
Analogue Audio Input	Yes
Component Video	Yes
Composite Video	Yes
DVB Common Interface	Yes
HDMI	3
Headphone	Yes
Optical Digital Audio Output	Yes
PC input - WXGA	Yes
RGB (via Scart)	Yes
Side AV Input	Yes
Sub-woofer Audio Output	Yes
S-video	Yes

Dimensions
Depth - Pedestal Stand	94 mm
Depth + Pedestal Stand	319 mm
Height - Pedestal Stand	649 mm
Height + Pedestal Stand	701 mm
Power Consumption	226 w
Power Consumption (Stand-by)	0.8 w
Weight - Pedestal Stand	20.8 Kg
Weight + Pedestal Stand	23.5 Kg
Width	1009 mm

Interactive Features
Digital Text	Yes
Electronic Programme Guide	8 days
Fastext	Yes
Favourite Channel Memory	Yes
Now and Next Information	Yes
Text Page Memory	Yes

Other Features
Integrated Signal Amplifier	Yes
Off Timer	Yes
Panel Lock	Yes
Swival Stand	Yes
Wall Mountable	Yes

Tuning
Analogue Tuner	Yes
Auto Set-up	Yes
Digital Ready	Yes

Key specifications:
Resolution:	1920 x 1080p
Resolution Plus:	Yes
HDMI:	3
Digital Ready:	Yes

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Toshiba Premiers the FirstTimesculpture™ Advert

March 8th, 2009 at 06:07pm Under Televisions

showimageashx Toshiba cements its commitment to leading innovation as it premieres the world’s first 3-D Timesculpture™ advert.

10 November 2008 –Toshiba cements its commitment to leading innovation as it premieres the world’s first 3-D Timesculpture™ advert on national television.

3-D Timesculpture™ is a stunning progression of the ‘bullet time’ technique made famous by films such as The Matrix. Rather than showing a 3-D rotation of a still moment, this groundbreaking new filming process manipulates moving snapshots of time using Toshiba technology, redefining cinematic human movement.

The shoot was made possible via the construction of a purpose-built camera rig, weighing over half a tonne and housing 200 Toshiba Gigashot HD camcorders. Over 20 Terabytes – 20,000 Gigabytes – of video data was used, taking over 336 continuous hours to process.

The pioneering technique, created by Grey London, has been used to symbolise the step change of Toshiba’s new upscaling technology, itself an important development in television history. Toshiba’s new technology allows its new range of LCD TVs to ‘upscale’ standard-definition (SD) broadcast content - such as a Freeview TV signal or a DVD - to near high-definition (HD) quality.

With 99 percent of TV content still broadcast in standard-definition , thousands of consumers who have purchased ’HD Ready’ TVs have been left confused and dissatisfied at the lack of free-to-air high definition broadcasts. Toshiba’s upscaling solution bridges this gap in the market , allowing consumers to enjoy near high-definition image quality without incurring the expense of subscription-based high-definition content.

The advert has been filmed on Toshiba cameras, providing ultimate endorsement for its product range.

The Timesculpture™ technique itself uses an innovative, custom-designed circular construction, housing 200 Toshiba Gigashot video cameras, aligned and linked together to provide a 360 degree view of a set of seamlessly coordinated moving actions.

Each action performed within the ad was filmed separately and precisely within the custom-engineered rig of cameras, allowing editors and post production teams complete control of pre-recorded live action.

These actions are then composited together, to create flawless interacting loops working in harmony. The result is a perfectly choreographed collage of manipulated pieces of time, something that is completely impossible to achieve in reality. The film is beautifully cinematic, starting with a static shot of a single figure in a curious loop, before the viewer is launched into a circular, sweeping view of the action as the room fills gradually with the most incredible interactions, movement and colour.

Matt McDowell, Marketing Director at Toshiba comments: “Leading innovation is a philosophy that drives all parts of Toshiba’s business. Our new advertising campaign is a natural extension of this belief, and we’re absolutely delighted with the results. What is more, Toshiba’s technology made all this possible, providing ultimate endorsement for the range.”

“The case for upscaling technology is laid bare for all to see. As people rush out to buy their HD ready TVs, believing their investment will automatically deliver enhanced visual quality on-screen, they should consider that there’s actually very little HD content out there to view. Our TVs, whilst remaining future-proof, offer customers the chance to watch TV and DVDs at near HD quality at the touch of a button.”

Jon Williams, Chief Creative Officer at Grey London comments: “Toshiba’s upscaling technology is breathtaking. Only a visual metaphor of the magnitude of Timesculpture™ could even hint at the step change you’ll get from standard definition screens. It’s a celebration of the future of film, rather than the past.”

Facts about the shoot

- The TV ad was shot using 200 Toshiba Gigashot Cameras: the highest number of moving image cameras ever used in a film sequence

- This particular technique, viewing looping action in 360 degrees, has never been done before

- The rig was custom built weighing approximately half a tonne, including 200 cameras and electronics

- The rig measures 14m diameter circle and 1.8m high

- The 200 cameras were all triggered using a single remote control

- Once the rig was built, 4 focus pullers spent 3 days focusing and aligning all 200 cameras

- The time spent processing footage from 200 cameras was over two weeks - 24 hours a day seven days a week!

- New offline and online editing software had to be specifically built for the job

- In terms of data, this is one of the biggest jobs a post-production house has ever taken on - 20TB of data. To put this in perspective NASA processes approx 1TB of data from all its satellites

- The Mill used an immense storage device with a 20TB capacity to hold 19.5TBs of footage

- 20TBs equals 20,000 GBs - HUGE-(source)

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Learn How To Repair Discs

March 6th, 2009 at 01:45pm Under Science & Tech

You need to know the some important things before you would want to repair digital discs. The important things to know are how they are produced and what type of damages can be repaired. It is very important to know everything about CD’s if you want to repair it. When you know the fundamental of CD’s, repairing will be much easier.

How to Make A CD

First, understand that we keep all the data at one side of the plastic disc. So, the data needs to be stamped on the disc to create many zeros and ones on this side. If it is a recordable disc, there are different levels of burning a CD depending on the type of recording.

Moving on, a layer of reflective foil that is thin will be applied on top of the CD. This will cover up the data. The most important feature about this layer it light reflective feature so that the data can be read.

Do not be surprised that lacquer is involved in the process. It is dripped on to the disc and then the disc must be spun at high speed. This will create a seal on the disc although it has no protection or whatsoever on the data and the foil.

This is where the graphic comes in. A layer of ink is printed on the lacquer layer so that the disc is more appealing for sales. Please note that the foil, lacquer and graphic offer no protection to the data. It means if you scratch on the data layer, there would be no use anymore.

How a CD is Read

You might have seen different types of discs in the market. However, the working all is the same. Files such as songs and pictures are being stored in a digital form. Therefore, there will be millions of zeros and ones on the disc.

The information is being read with the help of infrared laser that projects through the disc. There will be reflection or no reflection to the laser reader, which will then process the information. The process is also known as decoding. Laser reader will decode the zeros and ones being reflected.

So, it is really important to make sure there is no scratch on the disc. A scratch will cause defect to the disc. As such, the laser will be off the track and no data will be readable. Protect your disc with a shield to avoid loss of data.

How a CD Can Be Damaged

The easiest and also the worst way a CD can get damaged is through scratches. To repair a disc, the location of the scratch will determine if the CD can be repaired or not.

Keep in mind that the important part of the disc you must protect is the side of polycarbonate disc. However, not many people know how to protect a disc, not even the manufacturer who leaves the CD exposed. Whether there is data or not in a disc, a scratch will damage the whole thing.

If the scratch is on the other side, then it is possible to repair through polish. It is crucial to be watchful when you use the disc and notice any scratches so that you can repair them as soon as possible before further damage.

An easy way to check for scratches is to hold the disc 24″ from a light bulb with the label facing the bulb. You will see light coming through if there are scratches and the bad news if you cannot repair this disc.

Whether a disc can be repaired many times or not depending on how deep the scratches are on the disc especially when you polish the disc.

The author has extensive experience over the years at disc repair service and is now using his knowledge to help others achieve the same level of success with his disc repair service . He runs several blogs and is an active contributor at various internet (By: John Moore)

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Hitch Film Review

March 6th, 2009 at 01:42pm Under Recreations

BOTTOM LINE: This film is three quarters great romantic comedy that even men can enjoy and one quarter of absolute stupid rubbish. Enjoy the great bits and try to look the other way during those scenes that were obviously made to placate the teen market and stereotypical Hollywood conventions and clichés.

THE GOOD: Romantic comedies that manage to buck conventions are always worth a look and “Hitch” certainly falls in to this category as it tells the story of a date doctor Alex Hitchens (a well-cast Will Smith) who helps men get the girl of their dreams through technique. Although the film unspools with the look and feel of a romantic comedy, there is a lot going on here that men will enjoy, particularly as ‘Hitch’ takes you through the steps to securing the girl you want (wait a minute, is this movie really a chick flick?). Will Smith slips perfectly in to the role of ‘Hitch’, capturing the ultra-smooth and confident qualities required to pick up the girls but also a vulnerability which exploits his early heart-break. Two scenes of note which show off Hitch’s character well include an early scene where he manages to pick up the most beautiful girl in the club even when she is surrounded by ten guys, and the scene of Hitch’s first heartbreak in college when he realises that his needy and clingy behaviour is actually a turn-off for the woman of his dream. Eva Mendes is a very good foil for Hitch as Sara Melas, the good-looking but frosty gossip columnist who gets pulled in by Hitch’s charms. Kevin James as the overweight accountant Albert Brennamen is perhaps the highlight of the film as we watch all his hilarious moments as he tries to seduce the rich and beautiful Allegra Cole (Amber Valetta). “Hitch” is a fun and entertaining film looking at dating and seduction techniques, particularly in the differences between what should work and what does work.

THE BAD: Alas, “Hitch” has some very big problems which will leave you scratching your head as to why these moments ever made it in to the film in the first place. There are scenes of screwball and slapstick comedy which are completely out of place in this film, starting with Hitch’s food allergy scene which on its own is funny but is cringe-worthy against the relatively witty humour on display for the rest of the film. A big close up of a heavily made up and swollen Will Smith’s face as he sucks down Benadryl is terrible. The ending is also a massive cop out. Hitch goes to great pains to explain to his clients throughout the film the exact techniques required to get the girl, usually involving being cool and confident without showing how much you want them straight away, yet in the final scene where he finally becomes ‘vulnerable’ to win Sara, he does the exact opposite is a classic example of Hollywood clichés at their finest. He even jumps on top of her car while she drives away to stop her from leaving and ends up injured when he’s thrown from the car. It’s totally unbelievable and negates everything that has come before. You can see the point being made is that eventually you have to put the techniques away and just be open, but it’s done in such a stupid and Hollywood way that it ruins the film.

For the original review, follow this link: http://www.allaboutmovies.net/filmreviewhitch.htm

Todd Murphy is a staff reviewer at the film/DVD review web site, http://www.allaboutmovies.net - for all the latest reviews on the newest releases.

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Six Technology Trends for 2009

February 26th, 2009 at 04:41am Under Science & Tech

2009_trends What’s in store for technology in 2009? Nothing entirely new — mostly existing products and services that will gain traction in the new year: Apple in the home, virtual surround sound, national installation programs and online content.

The only “new” thing will be wireless HD, which manufacturers have talked about for years but never quite got around to shipping. Several wireless products will come to market in 2009, and none too soon. New construction is flat, but high definition is hot — the perfect storm for wireless entertainment.

Here are 6 top technology trends for 2009:

Energy Management

This trend seems obvious, but we have never included it in our yearly Top 5 Technologies to Watch.

The reason that this year will be a watershed for energy management is the increasing amount of legislation on the subject (and more to come with a Democratic president?).

Other contributing factors include utilities reaching capacity crises and a wide range of new retrofit-friendly HVAC-control products.

Apple in the Home

This could be the year that Apple finally makes a strong showing in the home.

Spurred by the popularity of the “iPhone and a plethora of applications” for the device, Apple is generating greater mindshare among consumers who have not typically embraced multi-purpose electronics.

Seems like Apple can do anything this year … and succeed.

Wireless HD

For various reasons, including technological challenges and high costs,”wireless HD has failed to hit the residential marketplace” , even after three years of promises.

Manufacturers and technology developers are nearly there on the development side, and we should expect products from
Belkin, Gefen, Monsterand others to hit the market in 2009.

Virtual Surround Sound

With new-home construction in the gutter, the prospects for surround-sound wiring is grim.

We’ve seen an explosion of virtual surround-sound systems that simulate the real thing, and 2009 should be a big year for the category.

In 2008, Mitsubishi began shipping TVs with an “Integrated Sound Projector” Vice president of marketing Frank DeMartin says the TVs carry about a $400 premium over similar units.

He adds that the technology makes it simple to sell a subwoofer with the package.

Lest integrators think the solution cannibalizes sales of complete surround-sound set-ups, DeMartin notes, “How many people walk into retailers and don’t buy audio?”

National Installation Programs

2008 was a big year for so-called national installers. Despite what integrators think about them, Best Buy’s Geek Squad and Circuit City’s firedog have gained consumer attention.

We also saw the launch of Zip Express, a hang-and-bang installation company that does work for CompUSA and Tiger Direct, and OnForce, provider of leads for integrators willing to take relatively simple jobs.

Yet another company (that wishes to keep under the radar for now) is expecting to start installing for Costco customers nationally.

Integrators that can systematize the installation of simpler systems (such as TV, surround sound and universal remote) might take some cues from some of these mass marketers.

Online Content

IP-based video-on-demand has finally arrived, with help from such vendors as Vudu, Blockbuster, Hulu, VideoGiants and Netflix (which has partnered with several hardware providers).

The forthcoming Windows 7 will kick the trend up a notch, although that OS is not expected to ship until the end of 2009.(Julie Jacobson)

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Get Your Direct TV Cheap - How to Get Cash Back

February 24th, 2009 at 06:24pm Under Televisions

Shopping for satellite television services isn’t easy since the costs are usually very high, considering the fact that everybody expects either standard or high definition quality when it comes to programming. Services nowadays are also becoming more and more expensive, what with the financial crisis going on. But so far, DirecTV has been one of the cheapest service providers that also offers a cash back offer of $55 when you sign up and subscribe. There are many ways on how to get this attractive discount from your package, and this article aims to give you the rundown on how.

Ever heard of GPT or Get Paid Today sites? These websites basically require you to sign up and complete offers in order to get cash back. It’s pretty easy to join these kinds of sites as long as you:

Have been recognized by many as a legitimate GPT site.

Now, going back to your quest for cheap direct tv, you will find that some GTP sites have Direct TV offers in which you will get a $55 cash back deal when you sign up and subscribe. Once your transaction has been made, you will immediately get both the basic equipment and the installation service free of charge. Not only that, you get to have free trials of certain tools and additional services for a certain period of time. These would depend on the current offers and promos of the company. What are you waiting for? Get a big fat cash back check!

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FROM 19 TO ADVANCED 55”, THE 2009 TOSHIBA LCD TV LINE-UP HAS IT ALL

February 23rd, 2009 at 11:46pm Under Televisions

High Quality, Unique Technology, Next-gen Connectivity, Industry Leading Design, and Logical Line Steps Combine to Mark a New Era for Toshiba LCD TV

Toshiba America Consumer Products, L.L.C. (”Toshiba”), a market leader in LCD TVs, today announced its full 2009 line-up of LCD televisions offering striking new cosmetics, unique technologies, more advanced features and additional screen sizes. >From 19-inch to new 55-inch Cinema Series® models, Toshibas line-up offers a TV to fit every room and lifestyle at every price point.

“The new REGZA is more than you expected, and everything you need,” said Scott Ramirez, VP, Marketing. “The level of technology we have packed in at every price point is certainly more than you would expect, and with all of our new series Toshiba definitely has everything you need.”

THE 2009 TOSHIBA LCD TV SERIES - MORE SERIES, MORE FEATURES, MORE OPPORTUNITIES

AV600 Series - 720p HD - Small Sizes, Big Features
Toshibas AV600 series packs a powerful punch in a small package. These sets are offered in 19-inch and 22-inch screen sizes (measured diagonally) in a new high-gloss black cosmetic design, and are a great choice for consumers looking to replace old analog sets to prepare for the upcoming digital TV transition.

AV600 models feature DynaLight™ dynamic backlight control for deeper black levels and two HDMI™ digital inputs for simple high quality connection to cable/satellite boxes, DVD players and more. These models also include a PC Input for use as a PC monitor or gaming TV, and unlike other smaller TVs they also feature Gaming Mode to shorten the signal to screen time for faster game controller response. Plus, all Toshiba 2009 TV models will meet ENERGY STAR® 3.0 certifications.

AV502 - Mid-Size 720p HD
Toshibas AV502 series mid-size 720p HD models just started shipping in September and will continue throughout 2009. Available in 26-inch, 32-inch and 37-inch screen sizes (measured diagonally), these models come fully equipped with DynaLight, Gaming Mode, 2 HDMI Digital Inputs and a PC Input. Cosmetically, these models feature their own attractive high-gloss black design.

RV525 - 1080p Full HD
Stepping to 1080p Full HD is the Toshiba RV525 Series. Also shipping now and continuing throughout 2009, these models have 3 HDMI digital inputs with REGZA-LINK® (HDMI CEC) and a High-Res PC Input. Available in 40-inch and 46-inch screen sizes (measured diagonally), this series also adds QSound® for enhanced audio quality.

REGZA XV645 Series - REGZA Engine, ClearFrame™ 120Hz, and Bottom Deep Lagoon™ Design
Toshibas REGZA line is powered by Toshibas PixelPure® 5G 14 Bit internal digital video processing, the heart of the REGZA engine. All REGZA models also include Resolution+ super resolution technology, the soul of the REGZA engine, to upconvert and enhance 480i/480p and even 720p signals to create increased detail so everything will feel like HD.

The XV645 series is available in 40-inch, 46-inch and 52-inch screen sizes (measured diagonally), and includes ClearFrame 120Hz technology for clearer fast motion video, as well as AutoView™, which automatically sets picture settings based on the incoming video signal and ambient room light. This series includes three HDMI digital inputs with enhanced REGZA-LINK (HDMI-CEC) and a high-resolution PC input. Cosmetically, this series features Toshibas new Bottom Deep Lagoon design with invisible speakers. Inspired by nature, this design provides a three dimensional feeling to a clean, flat design.

REGZA ZV650 Series - An All-New Level with ClearScan 240™, CrystalCoat™, Dolby® Volume, and Next Gen Connectivity
The REGZA ZV650 series is available in 42-inch, 47-inch and new 55-inch screen sizes (measured respectively at 42, 47 and 54.6-inches diagonally) and adds ClearScan 240, which combines a 120Hz frame rate with new Backlight Scanning Technology to create a 240Hz effect for an all new level of picture clarity with fast motion video. For improved sound, the ZV650 series also adds Dolby Volume, which eliminates annoying, inconsistent volume levels from commercials or when changing channels. Connectivity is also taken to an all new level with four HDMI digital inputs that have enhanced REGZA-LINK (HDMI-CEC), and InstaPort™ for faster HDMI switching. To allow playback of downloaded content, this line also adds a USB Port allowing consumers to watch their JPEG pictures, MPEG-1 & 2 video or even DivX® video and listen to MP3 audio. There is also an SD Card Slot that allows easy viewing of JPEG digital pictures by simply taking the memory card from the camera and placing it in the TV.

Cosmetically, this series features the Full Deep Lagoon Design with invisible speakers.

REGZA SV670 Series - FocaLight™ LED Backlight with Local Dimming and Stunning Infinity Flush Front™ Design
Available in 46-inch and 55-inch screen sizes (measured respectively at 46 and 54.6-inches diagonally), this state-of-the-art series adds FocaLight LED Backlight with Local Dimming. Unlike simple edge LED, FocaLight offers a full LED matrix for enhanced brightness uniformity. Even more important is the local dimming, which creates significantly higher dynamic contrast, as blacks are blacker without reducing the peak white brightness.

The ultimate in cosmetic design, this series features Toshibas Deep Lagoon process behind the new Infinity Flush Front. Inspired by an infinity pool, this design uses a solid sheet of anti-reflective glass across the entire front of the TV. The stunning appearance of the SV670 will set a new standard in LCD TV design.

An Internet TV
Toshiba plans to introduce an additional series later in 2009 that will incorporate the new TV Widgets, enabled by the Widget Channel framework, which allows consumers direct and easy access to sources of personalized Internet content via their remote control. A rich array of content is available, such as local weather, top news stories, favorite sports scores, stock quotes, pictures, videos and more, and they are all just a click away. In addition, DLNA and Microsofts Extender for Windows Media Center capabilities will also be added to allow remote control of a compatible PC. With DLNA and Microsofts Extender for Windows Media Center, the user can access all of the multi-media content stored on their PCs hard disc drive.

Expected Models and Availability:

AV600 Series
19AV600U (March 2009)
22AV600U (March 2009)

AV502 Series
26AV502U (Available Now)
32AV502U (Available Now)
37AV502U (Available Now)

RV525 Series
40RV525U (Available Now)
46RV525U (Available Now)

REGZA XV645 Series
40XV645U (May 2009)
46XV645U (May 2009)
52XV645U (May 2009)

REGZA ZV650 Series
42ZV650U (April 2009)
47ZV650U (April 2009)
55ZV650U (April 2009)

REGZA SV670 Series
46SV670U (May 2009)
55SV670U (May 2009)

Additional REGZA Series to be announced

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 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.

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 technology and a leading manufacturer of a full line of home entertainment products, including flat panel TVs, 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.

DivX, DivX Certified, and associated logos are trademarks of DivX, Inc. and are used under license.

Dolby is a registered trademark of Dolby Laboratories.

ENERGY STAR is a registered mark owned by the U.S. Government.

HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing, L.L.C.

QSound is a registered trademark of QSound Labs, Inc.

All others are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.(Reff:http://www.tacp.toshiba.com/news/newsarticle.asp?newsid=210)

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Plasma TV Buying Guide

February 22nd, 2009 at 11:54am Under Televisions

Author: David Tanguay

The range of viewing should be considered while shopping for a TV screen. The total area of a screen, which is visible without distortion of the picture, is referred to as the angle of viewing. Depending upon the particular technology used produce them, some TV’s display a better range of viewing.

Be sure to take into comparison all the different types of TV’s so you can determine which TV s is best suited to your needs. You should be satisfied with the display picture, as well as where the TV screen is to be placed for viewing as the TV should compliment your homes interior decoration.

Any additional costs to you should be taken into consideration in regards to the mounting fixtures, the sound system, tuner or any other needed component for your plasma TV. The TV set should of course be easy to use, as well as affordable.

As with any high-end purchase remember to ask the dealer about the service plan they offer for the product of purchase. In addition, you would be wise to invest in a quality surge protector for your new television as well as any other of your systems components.

Visit local dealers to compare several lightweight display screens based on the factors you learn here. Then determine your best choices of all types of TV screens to make your decision of which would best fit your needs. Your decision should be based on your TV budget, preferred image display and the connection benefits it offers. By doing this you will guarantee you have purchased the best features and benefits for your money.

Another good investment of your time is to talk with other plasma, LCD and DLP television owners, listen to their own experienced advice. Find out what factors they find best in their TV screens, as well as any disadvantages they have noticed.

When considering purchase of a television that is priced surprisingly low, check just exactly, what the price is on the shipping and handling, if buying online. Sometimes hidden charges are in place to make up for the difference in the sale price. Shipping on a plasma TV should be reasonably priced to its weight and handling.

Buy a well-known product, or brand name that honors its policies.
Always give special interest to the guarantee, warranty as well as service, and return policies of any high priced item including plasma TV’s. Ask about the extended warranties purchase for your item. Check to see what these policies and warranties do cover by contract.

Any genuine dealer online or off will have a warehouse and a showroom which you can visit. Having technical support is always a good sign of a quality product.

Keep copies of all polices and paperwork of the transaction of buying a plasma TV. Read your televisions instruction manuals with help in setting up the system and adjusting the setting preferences.

The best approach is to establish which of the features you need, then decide how much money you want to spend, as well as researching the sets available to you.

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[ISSCC] Wireless Technology Helps Make Micro SSD Using 64 NAND Chips

February 22nd, 2009 at 01:52am Under Science & Tech

Keio University and its partners announced an inductive-coupling wireless communication technology to realize an SSD composed of three-dimensionally layered 64 NAND flash memory chips at ISSCC 2009. thumb_230_20090211kurodassdfig1

SSDs developed by using this technology will reduce power consumption of the system to 1/2, the number of loaded LSI packages to 1/8 and the area of communication circuits to 1/40 compared with existing SSDs. The new SSD was realized by multi-layering 64 NAND flash memory chips inside one LSI package and using inductive coupling for wireless communication between the memory chips.

This technology was developed by a research group led by Tadahiro Kuroda, professor of the Department of Electronics and Electrical Engineering at Keio University. The paper on the technology was published jointly with the University of Tokyo.

The memory chips wirelessly communicate with one another. The proposed 3D SSD is (a), and (b) is an existing SSD.

Keio University and its partners propose a so-called micro SSD composed of a single LSI package. The SSD incorporates 64 NAND flash memory chips inside one package. If the 64 chips are incorporated in an SSD using existing methods, more than 1,500 wires have to be installed inside the package, according to the research group.

By using the new wireless communication method, on the other hand, the number of wires inside the package can be reduced to 200 or less. Data communication between memory chips and the controller can be carried out in the form of inductive-coupling wireless communication. Wires are used for power supply, grounding and control.

Three major modifications were made to layer 64 memory chips. First, a shield was used for relay transmission of information between the chips. Each of the memory chips is equipped with an inductive coupling repeater, and data is communicated via relay transmission between the chips.

Chips are inversely layered. The structure (a) was adopted for the newly developed technology.

The relay transmission was made possible by setting a metal pad shield at an appropriate position of each chip, utilizing the phenomenon that magnetic flux is attenuated by shields. And It was confirmed that signals and crosstalk are reduced as expected.

Second, a state machine was developed so that chips can be selected without giving individual numbers to them.

“It is especially important for an SSD, in which identical chips are layered,” Kuroda said.

This state machine can be easily developed using existing circuit technologies, he said.

Third, a packet communication method was employed for memory access so as to allow communication using

Tadahiro Kuroda, professor of the Department of Electronics and Electrical Engineering at Keio University

existing memory circuits. The area was reduced by adopting multiplex communication system and sharing control signals and data.

The group prototyped the chips using 180nm-generation CMOS technology. Six chips, each 60?m thick, were stacked in layers. Measurement results indicated that relay transmission was properly conducted and that the state machine could be set wirelessly, according to the group.(by Motoyuki Ooishi, Nikkei Electronics)

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Toshiba Reinforces Semiconductor Design and Development

February 22nd, 2009 at 01:29am Under Science & Tech+ Televisions

Toshiba Corp has announced that it will reorganize its semiconductor development affiliates under the umbrella of Toshiba Semiconductor Company in an effort to enhance the design and development function of its system LSI and memory business groups.

Reviewing functions of the two development companies under the system LSI business group, Toshiba will relocate one of them under the system LSI business group and the other under the memory business group. As a result, the discrete business group in addition to these two business groups will have a development company under each.

Toshiba will aim at swift technology development and integrated operation that would meet business strategy, establishing each business group’s design development framework through this reorganization, the company said.

Toshiba Microelectronics Corp will be placed under the system LSI business group. System LSI-related design and development functions of Toshiba Microelectronics and Toshiba LSI System Support Co Ltd currently under the system LSI business group will be integrated into Toshiba Microelectronics.

Strategically distributing its resources, Toshiba will fortify development resources of its mainstay businesses as well as increasing development efficiency, the company said. After the integration, Toshiba Microelectronics will be wholly capitalized by Toshiba at ¥500 million (US$4.87 million). The company will start operation with 1,562 employees July 1, 2008.

Meanwhile, a new memory development company will be established under the memory business group. The new company will formulate memory specifications, develop products, establish volume production systems and support sales promotion in alliance with the memory business group’s development department, as well as developing built-in controllers for NAND flash memory.

The name of the new company has not been determined. It will also be wholly capitalized by Toshiba at ¥100 million. Its operation will start July 1, 2008, with 195 employees.(by Yukiko Kanoh, Nikkei Electronics)

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