ViewSonic Turns Up the Performance and Style With Eight New LCD TVs

First TVs from New VTV Division Bring Modern Sophistication to Any Room in the
Home

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 7 /PRNewswire/ -- ViewSonic(R) Corp. announced today the
first high-definition LCD televisions to be introduced from its newly formed
VTV division, which leverages the company's heritage as a leader in the
desktop computer display market to deliver leading-edge technology,
performance and value in the highly competitive TV market. The introduction of
the new 30 Series and 90 Series NextVision(R) LCD TVs brings an updated, sleek
design with high-quality color and crisp imaging to meet the design and front-
of-screen performance needs of viewers in any room.
"We've taken the best of ViewSonic's heritage in creating great visual
experiences and combined it with contemporary design in the first televisions
from our VTV division," said Steve Woo, vice president and general manager of
VTV Business Division, ViewSonic Americas. "This is just the beginning, and
these new televisions are indicative of the style and performance we will
continue to offer in our LCD TV line."
30 Series -- Ideal for Small Living Spaces
The widescreen 30 Series, which includes the 15.6-inch N1630w, 19-inch
N1930w and 22-inch N2230w, is ideal for consumers seeking dual purpose HDTV/PC
displays for smaller living spaces such as the kitchen, office, den or RV. In
addition to the new, stylized glossy black bezel, the LCDs deliver high-
definition digital video content through an integrated ATSC/NTSC/QAM TV tuner,
and comprehensive inputs including component video "S," composite video and a
DVI-compatible HDMI port. The N1930w and N2230w also feature super HD panel
resolution, delivering up to 68 percent more pixel performance than
traditional high definition LCD TV resolution. Additional features of the
TVs include:
-- The N1630w features 1366x768 resolution, a 16:9 aspect ratio, 8ms
response time for fast-moving images and video games. It is also
compatible with PC mode up to 1360x768 resolution.
-- The N1930w boasts super HD 1440x900 resolution, 23 percent more pixels
than traditional LCD TV panels, a true 16:10 aspect ratio, fast 5ms
response time and compatibility with PC mode up to its native
resolution. It also features 2400:1 dynamic contrast ratio (typ) and
300 nits of brightness (typ) for rich, vibrant color.
-- The N2230w boasts super HD 1680x1050 resolution, 68 percent more pixels
than traditional LCD TV's panels, fast 5ms response time and 2400:1
dynamic contrast ratio (typ).

90 Series -- Large Screen for a Bigger Scene
For consumers looking for a stylish large screen with high-end luxury
features, the 90 Series LCD TVs offer a sleek, glossy finish to complement the
decor of today's contemporary homes. The 90 Series includes the 26-inch
N2690w, 32-inch N3290w, 42-inch N4290w, 47-inch N4790w and 52-inch N5290w,
which are just the right size for home theatres and living rooms. All five of
the TVs feature built in ATSC/NTSC/QAM TV tuner and precision 3D comb filter
with motion adaptive de-interlacing, HDMI 1.3 and digital noise reduction to
deliver consistent, high-quality digital video pictures. In addition, the 90
Series TVs up to 47-inches feature a swivel base so the screen can be easily
adjusted and viewable from more angles. Additional key specifications of the
TVs include: -- The N2690w features 1366x768 resolution, 800:1 contrast
ratio (typ),
and fast 8ms response time for displaying high-action visuals.
-- The N3290w features three HDMI inputs -- two in the back and one on the
side for user convenience -- combined with a fast 6.5ms response time
panel and 1500:1 contrast ratio (typ) for rich colors and vivid
graphics.
-- The N4290w delivers true 1080p resolution, 1500:1 contrast ratio (typ)
and 6.5ms response time. This TV also boasts three, conveniently
located HDMI 1.3 inputs, allowing for greater, high-quality
connectivity to peripherals such as cable inputs and video gaming
systems.
-- The N4790w and N5290w also deliver true 1080p resolution and three HDMI
1.3 inputs with a larger screen sizes.

The N1930w and N2230w will be available in March; the N1630w and N3290w
will be available in April; and the N2690w, N4290w, N4790w and N5290w will be
available in May. The new LCD TVs will have estimated street prices ranging
from $249 to $2,499, and will be sold through authorized ViewSonic retailers,
resellers, distributors and mail order outlets. ViewSonic NextVision(R) LCD
TVs are backed by a one-year limited warranty on parts, labor. Optional two-
year or three-year extended warranties are also available. ViewSonic offers
toll-free technical support, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, excluding major
U.S. holidays. For more information and images of ViewSonic LCD TVs, or to
locate an authorized ViewSonic dealer, visit www.ViewSonic.com or call
800.888.8583.
About ViewSonic
ViewSonic(R) Corporation is a leading global provider of visual display
products. ViewSonic develops, markets and supports a broad range of innovative
products including LCD monitors, LCD TVs, projectors, digital signage displays
and other display products. For further information, please contact ViewSonic
Corporation at 800.888.8583 or 909.444.8888; or visit www.ViewSonic.com.
Forward-looking Statements
Certain statements in this press release including, but not limited to,
statements as to ViewSonic's ongoing investments in our strategy in the
Americas region and our display technology are forward-looking statements
within the meaning of the Private Securities Reform Act of 1995 that are
subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause results to be materially
different than expectations. Such risks and uncertainties include, but are not
limited to, the risk that we will not realize the anticipated benefits of this
strategy in the Americas region; trends in the visual display industry;
failure of our display initiatives; slower than anticipated growth of the
market for displays; the impact of competitive products and technological
advances; reliance on third party suppliers; market acceptance of new products
and technologies. These statements are based on information available to
ViewSonic as of the date hereof; and actual results could differ materially
from those stated or implied, due to risks and uncertainties. Forward-looking
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intentions or strategies regarding the future and can be identified by
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