NEC has announced three new plasma displays in its Showcase Series line of products. “NEC’s 42″, 50″ and 61″ XGA plasma displays are completely redesigned and have added features such as day/night viewing settings, increased input connectivity and enhanced video processing.”

The NEC 42XR4, 50XR5 and 61XR4 are designed specifically to meet the changing needs of a home, with a Complete Input Panel including 2 HDMI inputs with HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection), which provides the latest in digital connectivity. Independent memory locations for each input keep the picture and image settings stored. Moreover, four additional memory locations are available to store multiple source settings connected to one input. Also, ease-of-use features have been added, like the discrete input select from IR remote so you do not have to toggle between input sources and complete RS-232 control, which provide easy setup to control systems from AMX and Crestron.

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Continuing in NEC’s Showcase Series lineup is the popular entry-level 42VR5 residential plasma which is HD-capable, 16×9 and Wide VGA. The 42VR5 is available for $3,495*, while the 42XR4, 50XR5 and 61XR4 are available for $5,995, $7,995 and $13,995 respectively. The 42XR4 and 61XR4 will begin shipping in November 2005, while the 50XR5 will begin shipping in December 2005.

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