Released on = July 30, 2007, 1:23 pm

Press Release Author = Sharp

Industry = Electronics

Press Release Summary = Featuring New Projector Line, Large-Screen Professional LCD
Monitors and AQUOS® LCD TV Display Options

Press Release Body = ANAHEIM, CA, June 19, 2007 -- Sharp is providing customers with
multiple options for crystal-clear commercial displays at InfoComm 2007, including
the world's first under $20,000 Manufacturer's Suggested List Price (MSLP) 6000
Lumen DLP® 3 chip professional projector, an expanded line of DLP projectors, as
well as flat-panel LCD monitors and AQUOS LCD TVs for use in multimedia (data and
video), digital signage and display applications. In addition to the new DLP 3 chip
projector, Sharp will announce two BrilliantColorT DLP projectors and the company's
first W-XGA BrilliantColor DLP projector, designed to provide enhanced colors and
enriched images. Sharp is also unveiling new Conference/Classroom projectors
optimized for meeting room and lecture hall installations. The company will
introduce several new professional LCD monitors, in 52- and 65-inch screen sizes,
for use in both landscape and portrait mode applications. Sharp will showcase its
first AQUOS product designed to meet the specific needs of the professional market,
along with the company's industry-leading, flat-panel AQUOS Liquid Crystal TVs in
screen sizes ranging from 42- to 65- inches. Rounding out this comprehensive product
suite for creating captivating digital displays, large-screen computer and video
presentations, Sharp is demonstrating the company's leadership in LCD with a 4K x 2K
LCD model, which offers over twenty-four million dots of information, versus the 6.2
million offered by 1080p resolution.

"We are dedicated to providing our customers with the display solution that best
meets their particular needs, from our full line-up of conference/classroom
projectors for portable use or permanent installations to our large-format
professional LCD monitors and TVs," said Dan Wynne, senior director, marketing,
Professional Display Division, Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America.
"Sharp's highest-quality products, including the groundbreaking DLP 3 chip
projector, comprehensive professional projector line and large-format LCD monitors,
put us in the perfect position to meet the needs of most any customer and
application."

The Sharp display solutions at InfoComm can be installed in businesses such as
restaurants, hotels, corporate and educational facilities and houses or worship, as
well as be used for trade shows and videoconferencing. The following key products
will be showcased at InfoComm. For additional details, please see individual product
press releases.

DLP 3 chip Professional Projector
Sharp announces the introduction of the world's first 6000 Lumen DLP .7-inch XGA 3
chip Professional Projector, model XG-P610X, combining extensive projector features
from Sharp with Texas Instruments' advanced 3 chip technology. This
Installation/Integration projector represents the first in a family of 3 chip
projectors from Sharp and is also the first in this brightness category for Sharp,
breaking an industry barrier with unparalleled picture quality and brightness at an
affordable and competitive price point. Combining high brightness, 2000:1 contrast
ratio, XGA native resolution for detailed images, six lens options and redundant
reliability through a dual-lamp lighting system, this projector is ideal for
facilities that need a powerful, permanently-installed display device, including
system integration, large venues, lecture halls, rental and staging, control
centers, broadcast studios, flight control rooms and call centers.

BrilliantColor DLP Professional Projectors
Designed for corporate and education markets, the new BrilliantColor projectors from
Sharp (models PG-F320W, XG-F315X and PG-X310X) provide enhanced colors and enriched
images, utilizing BrilliantColor's multi-color processing. The PG-F320W is the first
BrilliantColor DLP projector from Sharp with full 720p Wide XGA resolution. The
three projectors feature built-in DVI-I/HDCP (High Bandwidth Digital Content
Protection) for a secure virtually noise-free digital connection and RS-232C
connectivity so IT support departments can remotely check projector lamp life or
provide operation support. The PG-F320W and XG-F315X add a built-in network
connection with a RJ-45 LAN Connector for remote control and access by a Web browser
for diagnostics and automatic e-mail of product status. With XGA native resolution,
3000 Lumens brightness and 2000:1 contrast ratio for high-image quality, these
projectors are ideal for detailed, intricate presentations. The projectors also add
UXGA (1600 x 1200) compatibility as well as HDTV/DTV compatibility for use with
current and next-generation video technologies in addition to extensive
connectivity.

Professional LCD Monitors
Sharp is expanding its recently upgraded line of professional LCD monitors, with the
introduction of two enhanced 65-inch models - the PN-G655U for landscape mode
applications and the PN-G655RU for portrait mode applications - as well as a new
52-inch screen size (model PN-525U) designed for a variety of professional
applications in both landscape and portrait. Also joining the professional LCD
monitor lineup are the PN-G655UP, PN-G655RUP and PN-525UP with an integrated
protective acrylic overlay for high traffic areas. To ensure reliable operation and
backlight life, even in 24x7 operation, Sharp has optimized the internal cooling and
backlight system, making it ideal for use in portrait mode. These monitors feature
full 1920 x 1080 two-megapixel high-definition resolution and Sharp's proprietary
Advanced Super View (ASV) panel for fast pixel response time on fast-moving images,
high contrast ratios and brightness and 176-degree viewing angles so the monitors
display a crisp picture that can be seen from virtually anywhere in the room.

Sharp is also showcasing its PN-465U 46-inch professional LCD monitor. The "future
proof" PN-465U monitor has a full, two-megapixel 1920 x 1080 HD resolution with more
than six million pixel elements for exceptionally accurate and precise image
reproduction. For a superior picture in practically any lighting condition, the
monitor features a 1700:1 contrast ratio and a 6ms response time for fast-moving
images. The PN-465U is also available with an integrated protective overlay for use
in high-traffic areas, as the model PN-465UP.

AQUOS for Professional Market
Sharp is debuting the LC-42BT10U LCD TV, the company's first AQUOS product designed
to meet the specific needs of the professional market. Boasting superior picture and
brightness, the Full HD 1080p 42-inch AQUOS LCD TV is well suited to any commercial
application requiring a built-in tuner and speakers, while adding the functionality
of RS-232C control and DVI-I input. The LC-42BT10U's flexible array of input
terminals includes dual HDMIT inputs, two HD component inputs and DVI-I. DVI-I
ensures full compatibility with a PC, making the management of digital signage
content hassle-free. In addition to commercial-friendly features including RS-232C
control and DVI-I, the LC-42BT10U ships with the table stand removed from the
carton. The stand is available as an optional accessory. The newly designed
LC-42BT10U features a matte black cabinet and bottom-mounted speakers for wall
mounting placement.

AQUOS LCD TVs
Sharp is showcasing several AQUOS TVs, ranging in size from 42- up to 65-inches. The
full line of Sharp LCD monitors and AQUOS LCD TVs have high image quality and
ultra-reliability, making them ideal for digital signage and display applications in
practically any setting. These Sharp LCD monitors and AQUOS TVs, with their
high-resolution image quality and full complement of computer and video inputs, are
compatible with almost any source, including HDTV and hi-resolution computer
graphics. All of the Sharp TVs on display at InfoComm incorporate backlight systems
with lamp life estimated at 60,000 hours.

Home Theater DLP Front Projectors
Sharp is displaying two home theater projectors with high image quality and contrast
ratios for enhanced picture quality and viewing experience. The SharpVision®
XV-Z20000 1080p DLP® front projector utilizes a single 1080p DMD chip from Texas
Instruments to create one of the most spectacular images available in projection
today. This 16:9 aspect ratio projector recreates a true widescreen viewing
experience with a 12000:1 contrast ratio and 1000 ANSI Lumens. A powered iris
switchover function gives the consumer enhanced control over brightness and contrast
settings with the touch of a button on the remote control, providing flexibility in
varying home theater environments with different lighting situations. The portable
720p HD XV-Z3100 projector features the 0.62\" DMD 1280 x 720 chip from Texas
Instruments, which incorporates BrilliantColor technology and TrueVisionT image
processing, for truer image quality with high brightness and vibrant color. This
projector boasts an amazing 6500:1 contrast ratio and a brightness rating of 1000
ANSI lumens.

Sharp offers a full line of mobile, conference/classroom and system integration /
large venue projectors, in addition to system solutions and large-format
professional LCD data/video monitors, available for purchase, lease or rental
through its national network of authorized dealers and resellers. For more
information, please contact Sharp Electronics Corporation, Professional Display
Division, Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, N.J. 07430, or call 866-4-VISUAL (866-484-7825), or
e-mail: ProLCD@SharpUSA.com.

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Contact Details = Sharp Electronics Corporation, Professional Display Division,
Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, N.J. 07430, call 866-4-VISUAL (866-484-7825), e-mail:
ProLCD@SharpUSA.com.