New Presentation Series TVs From Zenith Target Education, Business

Integrated dual scan technology provides true SVGA display

ORLANDO, June 10, 1999 - Building on its strong presence in the education and business-to-business markets, Zenith Electronics Corporation is launching its new line of computer-ready color monitor/receivers at INFOCOMM International this week.

Topping the broad line is the "47 Series," four new monitor/receivers that use Zenith's PCZTVTM Integrated Dual Scan technology to provide a true high-resolution SVGA picture. In screen sizes ranging from 25 to 36 inches, these units display stunning images in true 800 x 600 resolution.

Todd Moffett, Zenith Presentation Series national sales manager, shared Zenith's vision for tools that help educators and business communicators do their jobs. "Schools and businesses share a common goal. They seek a quality viewing experience for their audiences - one that enhances their message. 

"Although recent advances in technology have allowed presenters to display computer images onlarge-screen TVs, that viewing experience was often less than ideal. Lines of resolution were fewer and image quality was compromised. Now Zenith is bringing true computer images to the TV screen - at attractive prices," he said.

Zenith's PCZTV has the unique ability to turn any classroom or meeting room computer into a teaching tool with high-resolution, high-quality, large-screen images. Instead of crowding around a single, small computer screen in order to see what is being shown on the computer, students or meeting participants can view computer-generated images on a single large-screen PCZTV or multiple PCZTVs in ease and comfort.

Zenith's 47 Series 36-, 32-, 27- and 25-inch television monitors incorporate the Multi-Sync Technology card from TV One, allowing for a variety of computer resolution formats (up to 1600 x 1200) while using the rear connection DB-15 port, and native SVGA image quality (800 x 600 at 60Hz refresh) from the additional DB-15 connection on the front of the sets.

Additional features of the 47 Series include: Auto Sizing for full-screen image display; Multiple Level Zoom and Pan capability that allows users to zoom in on a particular part of the television screen and pan vertically or horizontally; Horizontal/Vertical Image Control; and Image Freeze. (Manufacturer's suggested retail prices: Model H3647DT - $2,299; Model H3247DT - $1,549; Model H2747DT - $1,099; Model H2547DT - $949.)

Zenith's new "46 Series" monitor/receivers also incorporate the new PCZTV™ integrated dual scan technology, with front and rear 15-PIN computer connections. These four sets (25-, 27-, 32- and 36-inch), offer a more affordable solution for learning environments where the zoom, pan and image freeze fea-tures are not required. (Manufacturer's suggested retail prices: Model H3646DT - $1,999;Model H3246DT - $1,249; Model H2746DT - $799; Model H2546DT - $649.)

Back this year are Zenith's "42 Series" commercial quality receiver/ monitors. Models H2742DT and 2542DT are perfect for less sophisticated applications where an industrial television is required, with Zenith's patented SuperPort providing an excellent pathway for media retrieval or data exchange.

Popular features that span the "47 Series," "46 Series" and "42 Series" product line include:

	SuperPortTM - providing easy installation of local service provider accessory modules without removing the cabinet back.
	CamPortTM - front panel audio/video jacks that automatically sense an audio/video connection and instantly display that input from VCRs, DVD players, camcorders and other video equipment.
	Multiple Protocol Interface (MPITM) circuitry - to provide for easy external connection of most interactive information services and allow access to on-screen display information.
	Spill-Proof Back

Moffett said another key advantage of the Presentation Series monitor/ receivers is their familiarity. "A television set is the least intimidating of all current presentation technology. People are comfortable with TVs and they know how to use them. It makes sense to build on that familiarity and enhance the tools they already know and trust. Zenith's new dual scan technology products do just that.

"What Zenith offers is the 'WYSIWYG' ('What You See is What You Get') of display technology," Moffett said. "The picture quality you see on your computer monitor is exactly what you'll get on Zenith's Presentation Series products."

Zenith Electronics Corporation, based in Glenview, Ill., is a long-time leader in electronic entertainment products. Zenith is a pioneer in the development of digital TV technologies, including high-definition television.