Toshiba 50HM66

Toshiba introduced its newly designed DLP Projection TV model. While continuing with its goal of providing the best possible picture quality, Toshiba also knows that design has become a driving factor in the micro-display PTV category. Intensifying its efforts in this area, Toshiba has created a new level of design quality that complements its superior picture quality and will also complement virtually any home décor. Toshiba's new 720p model with DLP technology utilizes the new TALEN 5 engine. This engine incorporates the Texas Instruments HD5 DLP chip, and new Brilliant Color 2 technology. In addition, Toshiba continues its brightness advantage with the Hi-Bright Radiance 150 Watt Lamp. To further enhance picture quality, Toshiba's new model utilizing DLP technology also features new PixelPure 14-Bit video processing. This new high-speed system operates at 333 MHz, and provides true 14-Bit processing for more natural images. In addition to its high bit rate, PixelPure 14-Bit also features new real speed progressive scanning, increased dynamic range, increased sharpness, improved video noise reduction, and dynamic gamma for uncompromised picture quality. Toshiba's current "XHD-2x Resolution" 1080p model incorporates the TALEN X engine. This engine utilizes the Texas Instruments' xHD4 DLP chip, and Toshiba's Xtreme BLAC aperture control technology to provide twice the pixel resolution, and twice the contrast. XHD provides the detailed picture resolution necessary for large 60" diagonal + screen sizes. In order to provide consumers with the best possible home theater experience, Toshiba offers unique convenience features such as Channel Browser, new Favorite Browser and THINC (Toshiba Home Interactive Network Connection) home entertainment networking. Channel Browser lets consumers use a TV "back button" for quick and easy access to recently viewed channels. It displays the five most recently viewed channels on-screen, and even includes thumbnail pictures for each channel. New Favorite Browser allows easy access of up to 32 favorite channels, utilizing the same format as Channel Browser, with channel icons. THINC home entertainment networking allows consumers to connect their TV to their PC and playback MP3 audio files and JPEG pictures using only the TV remote. This unique feature sets Toshiba apart and will provide most consumers with their first step into home entertainment networking. This model also features a CableCARD slot for digital cable compatibility and dual HDMI digital inputs.