The HDTVs of CES 2009

Darren Murph|January 20, 2009 2:00 PM

It's easy to see that a whole slew of new HDTVs were introduced to the world at CES, but actually keeping up with 'em is another thing entirely. In an effort to make sure you aren't duped into thinking that set you're about to buy is actually a CES '09-announced set, we've laid out the entire line of newcomers (ones that'll actually see store shelves -- we avoided the concepts to save you some grief) just past the break, complete with scheduled release dates and prices where applicable. Nah, you won't find any big screen OLEDs in there (maybe next year, kids), but there's plenty of Hz, pixels and inches to go around.


LT-42WX70	Release: TBD	$TBD
This 42-incher sports a 1080p panel that encompasses 100 percent of HDTV broadcasting's (sRGB.904) color space and offers a coverage rate of 96 percent for Adobe RGB. 52 picture quality adjustment properties should keep the tweakers happy.
LT TeleDock Series	Release: April 2009	$TBD
This line sports a 1080p panel and a TeleDock for easy iPod integration. You'll also find an ATSC / QAM tuner, three HDMI inputs and twin 10-watt speakers. Will include 32-, 42- and 46-inch models.
LT TeleDock with 120Hz	Release: April 2009	$TBD
This family sports a 1080p panel and a TeleDock for easy iPod integration. You'll also find an ATSC / QAM tuner, three HDMI inputs and twin 10-watt speakers. Adds 120Hz Clear Motion Drive III technology. Sizes include 42- and 46-inches.
LT Series	Release: March 2009	$TBD
This crew ditches the iPod support, but offers a 1080p native resolution, dynamic backlight and dual 10-watt speakers for those scouting the basics. Comes in 32-, 42- 46- and 52-inch models.
LT-42B300	Release: June 2009	$TBD
One of the first 42-inch 1080p HDTVs with an inbuilt Blu-ray player. Also offers three HDMI inputs, Smart Volume and an integrated ATSC / QAM tuner.

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LCD
	LHX Wireless HDTV	Release: TBD	$TBD
	This 55-incher features a LED-backlit 1080p panel, TruMotion 240Hz technology, four HDMI 1.3 inputs and built-in wireless support via set-top-box.
	LH90 Series	Release: TBD	$TBD
	Packs the same functionality as the LHX Wireless HDTV without the extra set-top-box. Will arrive in 42-, 47- and 55-inch flavors.
	LH85 Series	Release: TBD	$TBD
	Offers wireless connectivity via separate set-top-box. Will arrive in 42-, 47- and 55-inch versions.
	LH55 Series	Release: TBD	$TBD
	Will arrive in 37-, 42-, 47- and 55-inch iterations. Full 1080p panel, 240Hz deudder technology and four HDMI 1.3 ports.
	LH50 Series	Release: TBD	$TBD
	Suitable for bedroom / kitchen usage, this line is comprised of a 19-inch (720p), 22-inch (1080p) and 26-inch (1080p) model.
	LU55 Series	Release: TBD	$TBD
	This 46-inch set sports a 1080p panel and a TeleDock for easy iPod integration. You'll also find an ATSC / QAM tuner, three HDMI inputs and twin 10-watt speakers. Adds 120Hz Clear Motion Drive III technology.
	LH40 Series	Release: TBD	$TBD
	A wide ranging crew offering 32-, 37-, 42-, 47- and 55-inch models with 1080p panels, three HDMI ports and TruMotion 120Hz technology.
	LH30 Series	Release: TBD	$TBD
	1080p sets in 32-, 37-, 42- and 47-inch models with three HDMI inputs and a USB 2.0 socket.
	LH20 Series	Release: TBD	$TBD
	Lower-end line with 720p panels and two HDMI ports. Sizes include 19-, 22-, 26-, 32-, 37- and 42-inches.
Plasma
	PS80 Series	Release: TBD	$TBD
	First LG plasmas with NetCast (Yahoo! Widgets, Netflix instant streaming and YouTube) built-in. Arrives in 50- and 60-inch sizes with a 1080p panel, four HDMI 1.3 ports and THX Display Certification.
	PS60 Series	Release: TBD	$TBD
	Similar to the PS80 line save for the omission of NetCast connectivity. Available in 50- and 60-inch sizes.
	PQ30 Series	Release: TBD	$TBD
	Lower-end 42- and 50-inch plasmas with a 720p resolution, three HDMI ports and a USB 2.0 socket.

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VIERA G1 Series	Release: April 2009	$TBD
Panny flagship LCD family consists of the 37-inch 1080p TC-L37G1 and the 32-inch 720p TC-L32G1. Both feature 120Hz technology, ISP panels, three HDMI inputs and an SD card reader.
VIERA S1 Series	Release: March 2009	$TBD
Available in 32- and 37-inch models, both S1 sets will feature 1080p ISP panels, three HDMI sockets and a PC input.
VIERA X1 Series	Release: Mar. - Aug. 2009	$TBD
This foursome of 720p sets include 19-, 26-, 32- and 37-inch models, and the compatible iPod entertainment kit brings easy integration with Apple's famed PMP.


VIERA Z1 Series	Release: Summer 2009	$TBD
Panasonic's flagship plasma will land this summer at less than 1-inch thick and include a 1080p panel, 40,000:1 contrast ratio and Amazon Video On Demand support.
VIERA V10 Series	Release: Summer 2009	$TBD
The V10 foursome includes 50-, 54-, 58- and 65-inch models that are 2-inches thin and all feature built-in tuners, Amazon Video On Demand support and THX Display Certification.
VIERA G10 Series	Release: March / May 2009	$TBD
The G10 family starts at 42-inches and hits 46- and 50-inches on the way to the 54-inches at the top end. A Neo PDP design, 1080p panel and VIERA CAST support is included.
VIERA S1 Series	Release: Summer 2009	$TBD
For all intents and purposes, the S1 line is the G10 crew minus the VIERA CAST support.
VIERA X1 Series	Release: January 2009	$TBD
42- and 50-inch models, both with 720p panels and 30,000: contrast ratios.

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6000 Series	Release: TBD	$TBD
LED-backlit panel, 120Hz Auto Motion Plus, no access to online content.
7000 Series	Release: TBD	$TBD
LED-backlit panel, 120Hz Auto Motion Plus, access to Internet@TV content.
8000 Series	Release: TBD	$TBD
LED-backlit panel, 240Hz Auto Motion Plus, access to Internet@TV content.

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	Series 6	Release: TBD	$TBD
	Wide ranging family that includes 19-, 22-, 32-. 37-, 40-. 46- and 55-inch models. Also include 120Hz Auto Motion Plus and Internet@TV access.

	Series 7	Release: TBD	$TBD
	Higher-end trio comprised of a 40-, 46- and 52-inch edition. 240Hz refresh rate and access to Internet@TV.

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Series 6 PDP	Release: TBD	$TBD
Sizes have yet to be disclosed, but the line will boast 1080p panels and have access to its Yahoo!-driven Internet@TV service.
Series 8 PDP	Release: TBD	$TBD
No sizes here either, but at just an inch thick, they'll be the slimmest plasma displays to tout internal ATSC tuners. Also, Internet@TV support will be included.

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AQUOS BD Series	Release: Jan. / Feb. 2009	$TBD
These 1080p HDTVs pack an integrated Blu-ray player and will arrive in 32-, 37-, 42-, 46- and 52-inch sizes. They also include an ASV Superlucent panel and 120Hz dejudder technology.
AQUOS E Series	Release: Feb. to June 2009	$899 to $4,499
The AQUOS E Series includes the same ASV Superlucent panel as in the BD Series, and they'll ship in 32-, 40-, 46-, 52- and 65-inches.

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BRAVIA VE5 Series	Release: Summer 2009	$TBD
Eco-friendly sets in 40-, 46- and 52-inch sizes, all of which have a zero-watt standby switch. First Sony line with a HFCL (Hot Cathode Fluorescent Lamp).
V / S / L Series	Release: Spring 2009	$TBD
Wide ranging family that spans the gamut in terms of size (26- to 52-inches), with the top-end sets packing 1080p panels, 120Hz Motionflow technology and the BRAVIA Engine 2.
ZBR9 / Z Series	Release: Spring 2009	$TBD
Spans from 32- to 52-inches and includes access to YouTube, the Yahoo! Widget engine, Amazon Video On Demand via the BRAVIA Internet Widgets.

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REGZA XV645 Series	Release: May 2009	$TBD
Resolution+ upscaling technology and sizes of 40-, 46- and 52-inches.
REGZA ZV650 Series	Release: April 2009	$TBD
Integrated USB port, Resolution+ upscaling technology. Sizes will include 42-, 47- and 52-inches.
REGZA SV670 Series	Release: May 2009	$TBD
New Deep Lagoon Infinity design, Resolution+ upscaling technology, sizes of 46- / 55-inches and FocaLight LED backlight.
Internet Connected Series	Release: Late 2009	$TBD
Set to launch in the latter part of 2009, the Internet TV family will include access to online widgets via the Widget Channel framework. Moreover, DLNA and Microsoft's Extender for Windows Media Center functionality will be baked in.

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XVT Series	Release: Summer 2009	$1,099 to $1,999
New models include 42-, 47- and 55-inchers, all of which boast 240Hz technology, USB inputs and 1080p panels. Not to be confused with the less-specced 55-inch XVT announced last November.
VL / VT Series	Release: Spring / Summer 2009	$599 to $1,099
A half dozen models ranging from 32- to 47-inches in size; includes 1080p panels, a 50,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio and 120Hz technology.
EcoHD Series	Release: Now to Summer 2009	$249 to $449
These power sippers range from 19- to 32-inches and include 1,366 x 768 resolutions, SRS TruSurround XT technology and multiple HDMI inputs.

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LCD
	2009 Series	Release: Now to Summer 2009	$549 to TBD
	Westy pretty much rolls out new lines once a year (at CES, naturally), so don't be shocked to hear of 14 newcomers from the outfit. Ranging from 18.5- to 55-inches, these do a great job of filling just about every need out there.

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