JVC  New DVD Player JVC announced a new DVD player to their lineup � the XV-523GD. It offers a 10-bit/27MHz video D/A converter, 96kHz P.E.M D.D. converter, 8-times oversampling digital filter, an improved noise reducer and 3D-Phonic virtual surround sound. The 523GD has an intuitive user interface and an illuminated remote that guides users through various operations. The player includes component, S-Video and composite video outputs as well as coaxial and optical digital outputs and will be available in April for a suggested price of $350. New Flagship Receiver A new receiver will also be released this April for a suggested price of $750. The RX-9000VBK is JVC�s new flagship 5-channel receiver and employs Advanced Super A design amplifiers with 100 watts per channel. With built-in Dolby Digital and DTS decoding, the RX-9000VBK also includes 5.1 analog inputs and has multi-room/multi-source capabilities. 5 video (including 4 S-Video), four audio, one coaxial and three optical digital inputs are featured along with a RF/IR multi-brand remote control. New CD Recorder JVC will be releasing a new CD-R/RW and 3-disc changer combination deck with digital dubbing capabilities this spring. Users will have ultimate control with the XL-R5000BK�s ability to program from up to three CDs in the triple-tray changer, mix in voice from a microphone or use the optical digital or line jacks. A +-12 percent pitch control and 1-bit P.E.M. D.D. converter and 32kHz/48kHz sampling rater converter is also included. The recorder mechanism and record CD-R and CD-RW discs at 2X speed. The player is compatible with JVC�s COMPU LINK capability and can pass on CD Text or programmed title information to compatible equipment. It will be available in April at an MSRP of $650. New RPTVs Two new D-Series rear projection 4:3 televisions will be released in the 2000 model year. The 50" AV-50D501 and 60" AV-60D501 will be available in April for $2199 and May for $2699, respectively. Both models include high-resolution CRTs and component video inputs to accommodate future digital signals. A 3D digital Y/C comb filter minimizes picture anomalies and removes "dot crawl" and "hanging dots". Both models are equipped with dual-tuner PIP and POP and include three A/V inputs with S-Video, Dual RF, video out and fixed/varible audio out. On the audio front, both models include front-firing dual speakers with surround sound driven by 10 watts per channel. A new illuminated universal remote control makes using the sets easy. JVC introduced a breakthrough rear projection television at this year�s show � the AV-61S901 D�Ahlia with a 61" 16:9 screen. The D�Ahlia is capable of producing 1280x1028 resolution, making it compatible with 1080I digital broadcasting (via external DTV decoder), all with a wide angle of visibility and incredible brightness. D-ILA (Direct Drive Image Light Amplifier) Hologram Device is a leading-edge technology that allows a 1.22" device to produce a full 1280x1024 pixel image. This was made possible by combining the basic D-ILA technology, as perfected in the professional market, with a new Color Hologram that divides light into R/G/B components using a thin film layer. By using a reflective technology that bounces 93% of the used light off pixels, a image is produced that won�t require the user to dim the room. The set includes an impressive audio including a pair of 10cm full-range stereo speakers plus two 16cm superwoofers, a built-in 50w amplifier and Dolby 3D Phonic circuitry to produce virtual surround sound. It includes a wide variety of inputs � 3 S-Video A/V inputs plus 1 output, 1 front-panel S-Video input and 2 component inputs. Exact availability and pricing has not yet been set.

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