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VIZIO Introduces Blockbuster “Evolution Series” LCD HDTVs
VIZIO, the #1 selling brand of LCD HDTV’s in North America according to DisplaySearch and iSuppi, broadens lineup for 2008
Irvine, CA. - January 7, 2008 - VIZIO, America's Fastest Growing Flat Panel HDTV Company,
announced today six models that will comprise their new Evolution Series of LCD HDTVs. Three of the
new models, the VO42LF [42-inch], the VO47LF [47-inch] and the VO52LF [52-inch] are Full 1080p
HDTVs, each with four HDMI inputs. The three smaller sized models, the VO22L [22-inch], the VO32L
[32-inch] and the VO37L [37-inch] will feature 720p resolution, yet offer many of the same features and
accessories as the larger Full 1080p sets.
While the piano black bezel construction has been a distinguishing characteristic of VIZIO's, the entire
Evolution Series will sport a bold and elegant contemporary flat black design that is sure to appeal to
the most style conscious consumers. The VO42LF, VO47LF and VO52LF will sport Full 1080p High
Definition performance and four HDMI inputs for a wide range of external devices including
cable/satellite set top boxes, high definition disc players such as HD-DVD and Blu-Ray as well as new
1080p gaming consoles like Playstation3 and Xbox 360.
VIZIO's Evolution does not stop there however, with an expanded assortment of High Definition 720p
performance in the new VO22L, VO32L, and VO37L Flat Panel LCD's. While the smaller 22-inch
VO22L LCD features two HDMI inputs and 1680x1050 resolution, the more feature rich VO32L and
VO37L bear the load with two HDMI rear inputs while adding an additional side access High Definition
Game Port with HDMI connectivity, picture-in-picture, picture-on-picture, zoom and freeze frame and a
VIZIO custom remote control. Additionally, enhanced video performance is achieved with reduced pixel
noise, improved contrast and advanced color balancing and equalization.
Key to the Evolution series of products is VIZIO's understanding that HDMI affords consumers the
ultimate in HDTV connectivity. As a result, each product within the Evolution VO series of products will
include a 6' HDMI cable and Deluxe Size Cleaning Cloth.
The Evolution series is set for distribution in major club and warehouse chains such as Costco, BJ's
and Sams' Club throughout the first half of 2008 with the following estimated selling prices:
MODEL -- PRICE -- AVAILABILITY
VO22L - $459.99 - March ‘08
VO32L - $699.99 - March ‘08
VO37L - $899.99 - March ‘08
VO42LF - $1299.99 - April ‘08
VO47LF - $1799.99 - Jan. ‘08
VO52LF - $2499.99 - July ‘08
The new Evolution models can be seen along with VIZIO's other new 2008 product introductions in
their suite at the Wynn Hotel during CES.
VIZIO's breakthrough value and outstanding performance throughout 2007 was instrumental in their
consistent growth in unit sales and overall buyer awareness in the flat panel TV category.
DisplaySearch named VIZIO the #1 selling brand of HDTVs in North America during Q2 2007. In Q3
'07, iSuppli reported that VIZIO had maintained their leadership position in the North American LCD
HDTV market, accounting for 13 percent of units shipped.
About VIZIO
VIZIO, Inc. "Where Vision Meets Value," headquartered in Irvine, California, is America's Fastest
Growing Flat Panel HDTV Company. The VIZIO brand has been seen and heard on TV and radio,
including NBC's Today Show, ABC's Good Morning America and Live with Regis and Kelly, won
numerous awards from leading publications including Good Housekeeping's Best Big-Screens, CNET's
Top 10 Holiday Gifts, PC World's Best Buy, Sound & Vision's Editors Choice, Home Theater
Magazine's Rave Award, PC Magazine's Editors Choice, AVRev.com's #1 Product We Love the Best
and The Perfect Vision's Products of the Year. VIZIO is bringing vision to the consumer electronics
market through practical innovation. VIZIO products offer customers advanced technologies at the most
affordable value. Products include the VIZIO, Maximvs and Gallevia lines of Plasma and LCD HDTVs.
Many of these products can be found at BJ's Wholesale, Circuit City, Costco Wholesale, Sam's Club,
Sears, Wal-Mart, and other retailers nationwide along with authorized online partners. For more
information, please call 888-VIZIOCE or visit on the web at www.VIZIO.com.
The V, VIZIO, Gallevia, Maximvs, Where Vision Meets Value names, phase and symbols are
trademarks or registered trademarks of VIZIO, Inc. All other trademarks may be the property of their
respective holders.
Source: VIZIO, Inc.
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