14 DAY TRIAL // JVC recently launched two new high definition flat panel LCD televisions with a technology that delivers clear fast action images, according to the manufacturer, usually a weak spot in LCD performance, informs Gizmodo.
The two new sets employ JVC's new Clear Motion Drive, which produces images at 120 frames per second (120Hz), double the typical rate, and inserts an interpolated image. The result is a significant reduction in blurring images; often a problem with conventional LCD TVs. JVC introduced the world's first 120Hz LCD TV last fall in Japan, where that set is now available.
Both sets offer 1366 x 768p native resolution and JVC's fifth generation D.I.S.T. (Digital Image Scaling Technology) Genessa 32-bit CPU video processing, which upscales any video source to display at 768p.
"JVC's Clear Motion Drive uses a high-precision interpolation algorithm and a 120Hz refresh rate, as opposed to the 60Hz refresh rate used in most televisions. JVC uses this faster refresh rate to insert an interpolated image, displaying two frames - the original plus the new interpolated frame - in the time a 60Hz set displays a single frame. The result is less blurring of moving image," said JVC's representatives.
These new LCDs are said to be a revolution in design, mainly regarding the way in which the speakers are placed. Consequently, both sets feature JVC's exclusive oblique cone speaker design - meaning that the speakers are mounted behind the lower portion of the screen, porting the sound through a slot that runs the full width of the cabinet, just below the screen.
Furthermore, the audio performance is improved through the use of MaxxBass technology; digital signal processing that extends the perceived bass performance, a 20-watt amplifier and a built-in parametric equalizer for making the sound to meet room requirements and personal preference.
Other features of both new JVC LCD TVs include ATSC/QAM/NTSC tuning, digital 3D Y/C comb filter with DTV cross color elimination, digital noise reduction, MPEG noise reduction, and a full complement of inputs and outputs - two HDMI inputs, two component inputs, two S-Video inputs, 15 pin D-Sub PC input, optical digital audio out and audio output.
Both sets also offer JVC's Smart Package, consisting of Smart Picture, Smart Sound and Smart Input. Smart Picture controls the average peak level of brightness, Smart Sound is an automatic volume limiter that keeps programming and commercial sound levels constant, and in the same time Smart Input allows multiple sources connected to an AV receiver to be connected via the receiver's monitor output to a single input on the TV.
Both new JVC LCD TVs will be available later this year. The LT-37X987 will be available in August at about $2,700 retail price. The LT-32X987 will be available in October and at about $2,000 retail price.