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Besides the seven new Bravia sets, Sony went all out and added five more displays to its 2006 lineup. All five are 1920 x 1080 high-definition Grand WEGA rear projection models based on its acclaimed Silicon X-tal Reflective Display (SXRD) technology, with HDMI inputs and ranging in size from 50 to 70 inches.
Sony’s SXRD XBR line features two new models: the 70-inch KDS-R70XBR2 and 60-inch KDS-R60XBR2. Working with Sony’s Cinema Black Pro mode, the sets deliver up to 10,000:1 contrast based on overall light levels of the original signal. The models have an integrated CableCARD slot, TV Guide on screen program guide, two HDMI inputs with 1080p capability, front HDMI HDV camcorder connection, and a PC input. The XBR models feature side speakers, which are removable on the KDS-R70XBR2 model. The units will ship in early fall and be available for about $7,800 and $5,300, respectively.
Offering 60-, 55- and 50-inch models, Sony’s new A2000 line delivers SXRD picture quality and a new compact, bottom speaker cabinet design. The KDS-60A2000, KDS-55A2000 and KDS-50A2000 models feature the WEGA Engine system and the same 0.61-inch SXRD chips found in the XBR line, as well as such picture technologies as Cinema Black Pro that delivers a contrast of up to 10,000:1 based on overall light levels of the original source. The line also offers two HDMI inputs with 1080p capability and a front component input for HDV camcorder and PC input. The models ship this summer for about $4,500, $4,000, and $3,500, respectively.
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