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NuVision crashes the projector party with LED-lamp P2, 3-chip P3
NuVision has picked our favorite way to make a splash with a product sector entrance -- bring out models packing relatively unique tech. The P1, P2 and P3 DLP projectors should fit into NuVision's custom-centric product lineup quite nicely when they release early next year. Things start out pretty tame with the $8,999 P1, a UHP-lamped offering with (of course) 1080p native resolution. The P2 makes the game interesting with its LED lamp system that should pretty much cut the lamp exchanges down to zero if you can really control the ambient light in your theater; but then again, $18,999 would pay for a lot of bulbs. Finally, there's no denying the glory of a three-chip DLP setup, though, and P3 mates those three chips with a 300-Watt UHP lamp for the kind of no-compromise performance you'd expect from a $36,999 beamer.
NuVision bringing 120Hz "FX5" tech to Lucidium LCDs
Falling right in line with just about every other LCD manufacturer, NuVision will be incorporating 120Hz tech into its Lucidium line of LCDs later this year. But we all know that "120 Hz" spec won't stand out on the box art, so the company is calling it FX5, or "Film Times Five." At least this name might help consumers understand all 120 of those Hertz are meant to make an exact five-fold increase of 24 fps film for judder-free viewing. The "more Hertz is better" mentality will probably prevail, but at least we can hope, right? The FX5 designation will be spread across 42-, 47- and 52-inch models, named NVU42FX5, NVU47FX5 and NVU52FX5, respectively. Based on some reviews, though, we're hoping NuVision makes more than just this feature change to the sets, or lowers the prices by the time these appear in Q4.
NuVision's NVU52DCM Deep Black LCD HDTV gets reviewed
NuVision has just recently started shipping its Lucidium Deep Black LCD HDTVs out to anxious consumers, but before you go making any rash decisions about picking one up sign unseen, why not give Ultimate AV Mag's review a once over? The $4,199 (MSRP) set proved to be a mixed bag during testing, primarily due to the high standards the critics (understandably) held the unit to given the lofty price. In their words, "detail was excellent, and color looked much better than expected," but the blacks were only deemed "pretty good," and shadow detail was just "so-so." Overall, the 52-incher managed to really nail the basics (good port selection, tuner and image quality), and if it were priced around a grand less, UAM would've given it an "unqualified recommendation." As it stands, you're probably better off waiting for the price to sink or looking for another unit with more bang-for-the-buck.
NuVision ships two more Lucidium Deep Black LCD HDTVs
NuVision already shipped the big boys in its Lucidium Deep Black LCD family back in January, but now it's boxing up a couple more and sending 'em on their way. As of now, the 22-inch (NVU22L) and 32-inch (NVU32L) iterations are shipping out for $749 / $1,399, and if you were curious about the other ten models that have yet to leave the lab, you can look forward to seeing those in "early Q2."
NuVision ships 42-, 47- and 52-inch 1080p Lucidium Deep Black LCD TVs
Remember that flurry of Lucidium Deep Black 1080p displays that we saw NuVision launch last summer? Apparently, a trio of them are finally shipping, and they just so happen to be three very desirable sizes. The 42-, 47- and 52-inchers are all hitting the road right now, with the former two sporting NiDO III Image processing, 4x HDMI 1.3 inputs and a 1080p Deep Color Spectrum LCD panel, and the latter adding in a NuColor x.v. full 10-bit color path. Can't wait to claim your own? Bust out the pocketbook then, as these will run you $2,199, $2,799 and $4,199 from smallest to largest.[Via AVguide]
NuVision sues Panasonic for trademark infringement
Although the casual HDTV fan may not be entirely familiar with NuVision's "High Definition Living" trademark, a recently filed lawsuit is likely to bring you up to speed. The Arizona-based display maker purports that its slogan has been in use since the company's inception in 2005, and now that it has finally received registration of the mark this month, it's targeting Panasonic for infringement. If you'll recall, Panny launched its "Living in High Definition" program earlier this year, which NuVision has taken serious issue with. According to its CEO, Panasonic has "knowingly and willfully infringed upon its mark," and another company exec even stated that the alleged culprit "believes that it is so large that the law does not apply to it and that it can copy [NuVision's] trademark with impunity." And considering that the aforementioned program is slated to run until March of next year, we highly doubt Panasonic is anxious to just ditch the slogan and move on.
NuVision debuts ten new Lucidium Deep Black 1080p displays
NuVision, a Scottsdale, Arizona-based maker of LCD televisions, has just announced an veritable avalanche of new models on the way, and we've got all the succulent details. The new displays feature the company's Digital Switching Deep Black (DSDB) technology, which supposedly adjusts backlight settings in relation to images onscreen, allowing for contrast ratios up to a whopping 15000:1; the screens also sport the company's NiDO II or NiDO III image processor / color stabilizer. Sets range in size from a moderate 22-inches to the gigantic, impressing-your-in-laws size of 65-inches. Check out a little rundown of the vital stats, prices, and release dates after the break.[Via AVguide]
NuVision ships Deep Black 1080p LCDs
Arizona manufacturer NuVision has begun shipping a pair of 1080p LCDs -- the 42-inch 42LCM1 and 47-inch 47LCM1 -- intended for custom installers and specialty retailers. The sets include those extra features and electronics that cater to high-end audiences, including NiDO image optimization and color processing, Crestron-certified RS-232 control with IR pass through for home automation, and 6ms response times. The 42LCM1 is available for $3,199, and the 47LCM1 can be had for $4,199 -- small prices to pay to "buy American."
Nuvision now shipping 52LEDLP
Originally expected in September, Nuvision has slipped its first LED-based DLP RPTV into October as it announced the 52LEDLP is now shipping. The second 1080p LED backlit DLP we've seen after Samsung's HL-S5679W, this 52-inch set with LED "Phlatlight" brings all the benefits expected from the switch from traditional lighting technology, longer life, improved color reproduction, instant on (4 seconds to full brightness). Throw in 500 nits of brightness, over 5000:1 contrast ratio. dual 1080p HDMI inputs and you can see why many people are excited about the prospects of this and future DLPs -- now that this one has shipped, expect larger models to follow soon -- from Nuvision. The $4,399 MSRP still stands although it can be found for quite a bit less. We can't wait to check out a production model in person to see how it compares to the Samsung.
NuVision @ CEDIA - LED-powered DLP - 52LEDLP
We have been following NuVision's LED-based DLP for sometime now but it was nice to see it already for sales at CEDIA. Nothing has really changed as it is still a 1080p 52-inch LED powered DLP. The one thing that sets this LED-powered DLP apart from Samsungs is the amount of LEDs. Samsung seems to have a cluster (um, nm) going on with their product as NuVision managed to light the whole HDTV with three LEDs - one for each color. The price has stayed the same too with a MSRP of $4,399.Pics of back and the profile after the jump.
NuVision's 2006 1080p LCD line-up to be announced at CEDIA '06
NuVision, the same manufacturer of the other LED DLP, is going to show off their new LCD line at this years CEDIA expo. So far they seem rather nice too as they have been kind enough to give us a sneak peak at the specs. The two new models are large 1080p LCDs at the 42- and 47-inch that will ship sometime by the end of the year, We are assuming that the new models will feature the same NiDO video processor found in other NuVision LCD models, HDMI input, RS-232 control interface, PiP and custom picture settings for each input. The price and exact shipping dates are still a mystery to us, but we are sure we will find out at CEDIA.
More info on NuVision's LED DLP line
Remember that LED DLP we spotted at the Electronic House Expo? The one based on LEDs instead of bulbs and can achieve a 1080p resolution. We have some more info on it. NuVision does have plans to start selling the 52-inch LED based DLP this summer with a 58-incher coming later. Don't except to see this model in big box retailers but rather your local audio/video specialty retailers and CEDIA install markets. There is no word on price yet but we'll let you know as soon as something pops up.
NuVision to drop the first 1080p LED DLP?
We didn't think it'd be a no-name like NuVision that took the eh-kinda-illustrious title of first company to release a 1080p LED DLP, but they're claiming to have their 52-inch non-wobulator on the market in 3 months. We'll believe it when we see it, but we've no doubt that a good LED DLP would do our respective livingrooms some serious good. Unfortunately we don't have a lot of information on this thing right now, so we'll be scanning HD Beat for the schoop at EHX just as you'll probably be scanning us for an update.
