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Features

Some of the features that you will enjoy with your new TV include:

 

s Integrated HDTV: You can watch digital television programs and

 

enjoy the improved audio/video quality offered by these programs.

 

s CableCARD™ slot: Provides cable subscribers with access to digitally

 

encrypted cable channels — without the need for a set-top box — that

 

will enable you to receive not only standard definition but also high

 

definition television. The CableCARD™ , which is provided by your

 

cable TV company, is inserted into the TV’s rear panel CableCARD™

 

slot. After the service is activated with your cable TV company, the card

 

replaces the need for a separate set-top box. (Check with your cable TV

 

company about CableCARD™ service details, limitations, pricing, and

 

availability. For more information about CableCARD™ in this manual,

 

see pages 18 and 51.)

 

s WEGA Engine™ : Delivers superb picture quality from any video

 

source by minimizing the signal deterioration caused by digital-to-

 

analog conversion and stabilizing the signal processing. The WEGA

 

engine features unique Sony technology, including:

 

• The first step in the digital processing system, Composite

 

Component Processor2 (CCP2), which enhances input signal to

 

noise ratio by chroma decoder digital processing;

 

• DRC (Digital Reality Creation® ) MultiFunction 2 circuitry:

 

Enables the digital mapping of any NTSC source (DVD, VHS, DBS,

 

Cable, etc.), to create a picture that is precise and finer in detail,

 

rivaling high definition resolution. Incoming HD signals (1080i) are

 

also bitmapped, utilizing Sony’s proprietary algorithm to provide a

 

crisp and clear picture;

 

• IFP (Image Format Processor): The Digital Texture Enhancer

 

function of this chip provides the optimal contrast by utilizing a wide

 

dynamic range. This chip also reduces signal noise, by using an

 

improved motion vector algorithm, while maintaining image

 

sharpness.

 

• New Panel Driver LSI: This drive provides a more realistic color

 

expression by improving the color space of the original signal and

 

color gradation.

 

s S-Master®1 bit digital amplifier: Delivers superb clear dialog and

 

reproduces the original sound quality while minimizing any sound

 

fragmentation or jitter noise.

 

s BN Smoother™ : Reduces the block noise caused by digital video

 

encoding and decoding process.

 

s CineMotion® : Provides an optimized display by automatically

 

detecting film content and applying a reverse 3/2 pulldown process.

 

Moving pictures will appear clearer and more natural-looking.

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