The new model features a bright flat panel, fast response time, high contrast ratio, and 1920 x 1080 progressive scan (1080p) resolution, the highest standard available to consumers for HD digital video display. The LVM-47w1 features six HD input connectors for a variety of devices, including a DVD, HD DVD, or Blu-ray player, high-performance gaming platform such as an Xbox 360™, and a PC. Consumers can receive HDTV programming by connecting a cable or satellite set top box, or by connecting an external ATSC tuner that is hooked up to a rooftop HD antenna for over-the-air HDTV broadcasts.

“Westinghouse Digital was the first manufacturer to bring consumers 1080p LCD displays and we’re continuing our market leadership by offering the widest selection of LCD 1080p monitors currently available with the addition of the 47-inch model,” said Rey Roque, vice president of marketing for Westinghouse Digital Electronics. “Our line of HD monitors feature six HD inputs, enabling consumers to experience 1080p resolution beyond television programming and into convergent applications such as viewing digital photos from high megapixel cameras, enjoying HD DVDs, playing video games, surfing the Internet, reading email or working on spreadsheets.”

The LVM-47w1 features an attractive black chassis with silver trim in an ultra-thin, five-inch deep design that is easily wall mountable and adds a touch of style to any décor. Offering a 16.7 million True Color display, fast 6.5ms response time, high 1200:1 contrast ratio, wide 176-degree horizontal and vertical viewing angles that make it possible to see clear images from almost anywhere in the room, two 10-watt speakers and an integrated 10-watt subwoofer, the LVM-47w1 delivers a complete entertainment experience. The 16:9 aspect ratio is ideal for viewing movies in their original format, as well as for playing video games and surfing the Internet.

The estimated retail price for the LVM-47w1 is $2,999.

Product specifications include:
LVM-47w1
Screen size
47-inches

LCD Monitor Native resolution
1920x1080
Aspect ratio
16:9
Brightness
450 cd/m2
Contrast ratio
1200:1
Viewing angle
176-degree (horizontal)

176-degree (vertical)
Response time
6.5 ms
Display Colors
16.7 million True Color

About Westinghouse Digital Electronics:
Westinghouse Digital Electronics, one of the top five LCD TV manufacturers in the U.S.*, provides consumers with a full line of innovative LCD displays and other consumer electronic products, delivering the latest digital content for the ultimate entertainment experience. The company has successfully executed its visionary go-to-market strategy of bringing technologically advanced products to mainstream consumers, including LCD TV/DVD combos featuring Pixel Direct™ technology, video monitors that deliver 1080p resolution, digital photo frames, and HD-Grade™ computer monitors in both standard aspect and widescreen formats. Westinghouse Digital is dedicated to providing consumers with stylish, feature-rich and high-quality entertainment devices to meet the needs of every household member. Westinghouse products are available nationwide in more than 4,000 consumer electronics retail stores and other resellers. For more information, please visit www.westinghousedigital.com.

* Among branded LCD TVs reported in iSuppli Television Systems Market Tracker Q4 2005 and S&A January 2006 LCD-TV Tracking Study.