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Sony's new J5000, J3000 series BRAVIA's & matching stand unveiled for Japan
Sony's got its latest network-enabled LCDs lined up for release in Japan. These are similar to the V- and S- series BRAVIA's coming to the U.S. soon, with the J5000 series adding a 40-inch model to go along with the 32-inch LCD, both featuring 120Hz MotionFlow technology to reduce blurring, 24p input and 10-bit color. Of the lower-end J3000 series, only the 40-inch model has 10 bit color, with a 1,600:1 contrast ratio while the 32-, 26- and 20-inch versions still retain DLNA network support and XMB menus to go along with their 1366x768 screens. All include HDMI control technology, which pairs well with the just-announced RHT-G800 combination television stand/amplifier/5.1 channel speaker. It's a standard digital amplifier, compatible with Dolby Digital, DTS, PCM and other formats, through its two HDMI inputs, one HDMI out and included speakers. For 110,000 yen ($931 U.S.) it does more than just hold your TV and look pretty, the stand launches in Japan May 25th at the same time as the J5000 series HDTVs, while all of the J3000 screens should be available April 25th.Read - Sony J3000 & J5000 series release [Via AV Watch]Read - Sony RHT-G800 rack
Sony bumps out seven new home theater-in-a-box setups
Moderation was always overrated anyways. Sony just slapped a BRAVIA sticker on three new home theater-in-a-box models, and threw four more HD-friendly systems into the mix just for kicks. The DAV-HDX500, DAV-HDX267W and DAV-HDX265 BRAVIA Theater units bring a DVD changer, HDMI outputs and 720p/1080i video upscaling. There's also HDMI-based TV control, Sony's Digital Media Port for adding on various audio accessories. The HDX500 brings along XM Connect and Play, along with height adjustable floor standing speakers, while the HDX267W includes wireless rear speakers. The HDX500 and HDX265 will be out in March for $500 and $300, respectively, while the HDX267W will hit in April for $300. Sony's HT-7100DH, HT-DDW990 and HT-DDW790 are a bit less exciting, and lack HD upscaling, but the inclusion of five satellite speakers and an 8-inch subwoofer in each box should make these a convenient choice for the average consumer. The HT-7100DH and HT-DDW990 pack 900 watts of power, along with dual HDMI and the usual suspects. The 7100DH also includes a 5-disc DVD changer and XM Connect and Play readiness. It'll be out in March for $500, while the HT-DDW790 will debut in March as well for $200. The HT-DDW990 should show up in May for $300. Finally, Sony's new RHT-G800 (pictured) does it all, with a whole entire system inside a TV stand -- naturally designed to prop up one of those spendy new BRAVIA LCDs. The $1000 unit takes dual 1080p-ready HDMI inputs, sports a single output, can do full HD from source to display, six channels of uncompressed audio and just about everything else you'd need to get a HD friendly home theater up and running. You can grab one in May.
