The secret behind this impressive package is Mitsubishi's innovative Integrated Sound Projector (iSP). The iSP eliminates the need for separate audio components to provide a clutter-free home theater system (diagram 1). In environments where running wires and placing speakers are not easily accommodated, the iSP provides a surround sound experience that cannot be matched

The iSP reproduces Dolby® Digital 5.1 channel surround sound from a single speaker cabinet positioned below the TV screen. The iSP enclosure houses a 16-speaker array that creates a 5.1 channel sound field. Through the use of an advanced algorithm, the iSP delays the sound at varying intervals to each of the 16 speakers (diagram 2). As a result, the speaker array generates 5.1 distinct sound beams that are focused directly and indirectly to the listener. The subwoofer or LFE channel is also available as an output of the TV for easy connection to an external powered subwoofer.

The iSP utilizes walls or other surfaces to reflect the left, right and surround sound beams to you. The effect of this sound beam reflection is that the side and back walls of the room become virtual speakers for the complete surround sound reproduction (diagram 3).

Easy to Set Up. One of the key features of the Integrated Sound Projector is its simple graphical user interface. Out-of-the-box, the iSP is set up to deliver optimal sound in a typical room setting. In a matter of minutes, the user can easily enter specific room dimensions as well as the location of main listening area. The iSP calculates the beam angles to provide the best sound for your room environment. If you would like to further fine-tune your surround sound, the iSP provides you the ability to position each channel via a test tone and an easy to use graphical user interface. Through the simple on-screen display (diagram 4), you can adjust the location and sound level for each of the five surround channels. The output level for the sub is also directly controllable from the remote control.

Easy to Use. Operation is even simpler. Just select stereo mode to hear all programs in stereo sound or select surround mode to hear all programs in surround or virtual surround sound. Audio is supported on HDMI™ and coaxial PCM inputs for easy connection to DVD or Blu-ray™ players. Simplicity and superb performance make the Mitsubishi LCD with iSP one-of-a-kind. No other television provides a total home theater package. Not only does iSP provide high performance picture and sound, but it does so in a simple to set up and easy to use fashion. Digital Cable Ready feature (CableCard™) offers connection to digital cable service without the need for a set-top box. TV Guide® provides a convenient program guide for cable and over-the-air channels. And four HDMI 1.3a with CEC enables single cable connection of DVD and Blu-ray players. For those consumers who want to simplify their life, only iSP offers a clutter-free, total home theater solution that requires no additional speakers, no wires and a single remote control.

Great Video Too. Mitsubishi's entire line-up of Premium Flat Panel TVs feature Smooth120Hz Film Motion, taking 120Hz to the next level with dejudder for film-originated content. In the conversion of film-to-video for display, 24Hz artifacts can be seen in slow panning scenes and Smooth120Hz Film Motion eliminates this artifact for smooth, crisp, fast and slow-action content. The advanced HDTV s feature 10-bit LCD panels, offer Wide Color Gamut along with Deep Color, x.v.Color™, 6-Color Processor™, Tru1080p processing and more to produce accurate, lifelike video with an almost three-dimensional feel. The picture and sound combine to create an outstanding home theater experience with a minimum of fuss. "The new Premium Flat Panel TV with iSP is ideal for consumers who have been craving a complete home theater TV solution without the complicated set-up and operation," said Frank DeMartin, vice president, marketing, at Mitsubishi Digital Electronics America. "They deliver a richer and easy-to-use home theater entertainment experience that meets the demand for simplicity and aesthetic purity within the home theater space," added David Naranjo, director of product development. "The new HDTVs eliminate the need for separate audio components to provide a clutter-free home theater system that is also ideal for secondary home theater rooms such as bedrooms and smaller locations throughout the house where full-blown theater systems may not be practical."