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Sony XEL-1 OLED TV

Sony shows their first commercial OLED TV named XEL-1.
The XEL-1 is now available in the USA at the SonyStyle store for 2.500 Dollar



Sony's OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode) TV, the XEL-1, is truly the next big thing in television technology.
The XEL-1 is an 11 inch display that is only 3mm thin. The measurements of the XEL-1 are 287×253×140mm.
Sony has put the ultra-thin display on a pedestal with a flexible arm. At 11 inch the Sony XEL-1 is a nice stylish desk accessory.
which weighs two kilograms and is about 3mm thin, features a resolution of 940×540 and contrast ratio of 1,000,000:1, stated Sony.



It boasts a 3 millimeter thin panel and offers unparalleled picture quality with amazing contrast, outstanding brightness, exceptional color reproduction, and a rapid response time. It delivers astounding performance in all the key picture quality categories. OLED technology can completely turn off pixels when reproducing black, resulting in more outstanding dark scene detail and a contrast ratio of 1,000,000:1. OLED also creates unmatched color expression and detail and enables rapid response times for smooth and natural reproduction of fast moving images like those found in sports and action movies. The XEL-1 features the latest connectivity options including two HDMI™ inputs, a digital tuner, and a Memory Stick® media slot for viewing high-resolution photos.

Blazing Fast Response Time
When turned “on,” individual organic elements are stimulated directly by electric current, and therefore response time is incredibly fast.

Exceptional Color Reproduction
Sony’s unique “Super Top Emission” technology, which combined with a special mircro-cavity and color filters, enhances color purity, achieves extraordinary high color contrast. In fact, 105% of the NTSC color space can be achieved!

Energy Efficiency
OLED technology delivers a more efficient means of utilizing light, which is generated by the organic material itself instead of an always on backlight; also, when elements are in their “off” state, they consume no power whatsoever.

The XEL-1 will be exhibited at the Sony exhibition booth at Ceatec Japan 2007 starting from October 2.

The first Sony OLED TV has a resolution of 960x ×540px, but takes input resolution up to 1080p.
The Sony XEL-1 has an integrated digital TV tuner for Japan. Other features of the Sony OLED TV include USB, LAN interface, 1x HDMI port, headphone plug and S-Force sound.

Sony plans to start shipping the XEL-1 OLED TV on December 1st for 200,000 Yen (~$1,740). This is a very high price for an 11 inch TV, but it is the first OLED TV to buy. Early adoption always had its price.
The new OLED TV will last 30,000 hours, about 10 years for someone using the TV eight hours a day. An equivalent Sony LCD TV lasts twice that long, Sony said.




Product Specifications



Video

* Video Signal : 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i/60, 1080p/60

Weights and Measurements

* Dimensions (Approx.) : 11 5/6 x 9 15/16 x 5 1/2" (287 x 253 x 140mm) with stand

* Weight (Approx.) : 4 lbs 3 oz (1.9Kg) with stand

Audio Features

* Auto SAP : Yes

* Digital Amplifier : Yes

* Dolby® : Dolby® Digital (AC3/ATSC only)

* MTS Stereo Decoder : Yes

* Sony Original Surround : Surround (On, Off)

* Sound Booster : Yes

* Sound Mode : Dynamic, Standard, Custom

* SteadySound® Automatic Volume Control : Yes

* Stereo System : A/V Sync
General

* Color : Black

* Television Type : OLED Flat Panel

Convenience Features

* Favorite Channel : Yes

* ID-1 Detection : Yes

* LightSensor™ Technology : Yes

Video Features

* Picture Adjustment : Mode, Reset, Picture, Brightness, Color, Hue/Color, Temperature, Sharpness, Noise Reduction, MPEG Noise Reduction, Advanced Settings: Black Corrector, Gamma, Clear White, Color Space, Live Color

* 3D Comb Filter : Yes

* Acceptable Video Signals : 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i/60, 1080p/60

* CineMotion® Reverse 3:2 Pulldown Technology : Yes (Off, Auto)

* Display Technology : OLED

* Noise Reduction : Yes

* Picture Mode : Vivid, Standard, Custom

* Wide Mode : Wide Zoom, Normal, Full, Zoom

Inputs and Outputs

* Digital Audio Output(s) : Yes (Optical)

* HDMI™ Connection Input(s) : 2 (Rear) supports 1080p/60, CEC capable

* HDMI™ Connection(s) (Total) : 2 (Rear)

* HDMI™ Connection(s) (w/ Analog Audio In) : supports 1080p/60, CEC capable

* Headphone Output(s) : 1 (Side)

* Memory Stick® Media Slot : Yes (Memory Stick PRO™)

* RF Connection Input(s) : 1 (rear)

Display

* Aspect Ratio : 16:9

* Dynamic Contrast Ratio : > 1,000,000:1

* Screen Size (measured diagonally) : 11"

* Native Resolution : 960(H) x 540(V)

* Display Resolution : 960(H) x 540(V)

General Features

* Closed Captions (CC) : Yes

* On-Screen Display : XMB®

Service and Warranty Information

* Limited Warranty Term : 1 Year Parts / 1 Year Labor. See Warranty card for full details.

Audio

* Audio Power Output : 2W (1W + 1W)

TTV System

* Channel Coverage : CATV

* Tuner (Terrestrial) : NTSC, CATV, ATSC

* Tuner (Cable) : Clear QAM1