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Texas Instruments' fancy pants DLP flat screen technology is a top ...
HDTVs using the new technology developed by Texas Instruments ranked number one in all 1080p HDTV sales for 2006 within the microdisplay category (DLP, LCD and LCoS rear-projection, for example), according to data from leading U.S. consumer and retail information company, The NPD Group. Indicators point to another strong year for DLP with January 2007 statistics reporting DLP HDTVs leading with double the sales of 1080p over the nearest competitor. In 2006, DLP HDTVs at a screen size of 50 inch and greater sold more than any other competing technology (plasma, for example) in the U.S. with 28.9 percent market share, according to NPD. More than one quarter of all 1080p HDTV sales in the month of December were DLP models (27 percent overall market share in units). Total unit sales of 1080p with all technologies increased year over year by an increase of almost seven times from December 2005 to December 2006.
Crestron Unveils High-Definition Digital Video Processor
The new Crestron DVPHD-PRO high-definition digital video processor accepts up to eight source signals and displays them in up to eight scalable video windows simultaneously. Featuring input and output resolutions up to 1920 x 1200 for RGB and DVI signals, and supports 1080i and 1080p HDTV, the DVPHD-PRO is perfect for Network Operation Centers, Command and Control Centers, large entertainment venues and home theater. The DVPHD-PRO also handles HDMI with external adaptors. The DVPHD-PRO is available in several models including multiple output versions for video wall applications.
The DVPHD-PRO offers a great value in the industry delivering the lowest cost per channel among digital video processors. True 10-bit video processing and the latest generation of high-definition scaling and de-interlacing ensures the highest quality video images.
Sharp LC-52D92U 1080p LCD reviewed
CNET got their hands on the 52-inch version of Sharp's latest 1080p HDTVs, the LC-52D92U, that we first saw at CES. The good news is that it shares the deep black levels of its Aquos D62 predecessor, the bad news is it also brings along the unfortunate banding issues that plagued the previous generation. They also looked into the newly added 120Hz refresh rate that we're seeing in so many LCDs, and compared to a cheaper unit from Vizio, couldn't really tell the difference, even during fast moving action scenes. They didn't find many other issues with the set, commending its upscaling abilities and plenty of connections, but until the banding problems get resolved, Sharp's 8G-based panels will be a skip for most keen-eyed HDTV watchers. .
Crestron’s DVPHD-PRO video processor
Crestron has introduced a high-definition digital video processor, the DVPHD-PRO, that accepts up to eight source signals and displays them in up to eight scalable video windows simultaneously. Featuring input and output resolutions up to 1920 x 1200 for RGB and DVI signals, and supports 1080i and 1080p HDTV, the DVPHD-PRO is perfect for home theater, the company says. The DVPHD-PRO also handles HDMI with external adaptors and it is available in several models, including multiple output versions for video wall applications. The DVPHD-PRO delivers the lowest cost per channel among digital video processors, according to Crestron. True 10-bit video processing and the latest high-definition scaling and de-interlacing technology ensures the highest quality video. For those who enjoy Crestron's touchpanels, the DVPHD-PRO provides the same vibrant and extensive graphics capabilities featured in the latest models, such as 24-bit color, dynamic graphics, dynamic text, full-motion animation and translucent objects, the company says.
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