High-quality LCD TV meets multi-media desktop PC with Sony's new all-in-one VAIO VA-Series TV-PC
2005-10-24New VAIO VA-Series TV-PC emphasizes form and function
TORONTO - Sony of Canada Ltd., Canada's leading supplier of electronic and computer products for consumers and business, today furthered its commitment to bringing design, performance and entertainment to even the smallest spaces with its new all-in-one desktop personal computer -- the VAIO VA-Series TV-PC.Combining a full-featured computer with an LCD (liquid crystal display) TV in one stunning package, the new Sony VAIO VA TV-PC sports a 20-inch display with Sony's original XBRITE(TM) LCD technology for vivid colours and crisp, clear images. Consumers can watch live TV or record their favorite programs with personal video recording supported by Microsoft(R) Windows(R) XP Media Center Edition 2005. TV watching and DVD playback are further enhanced by Sony's Sound Reality(TM) technology and a 2.1 channel speaker system which delivers rich, full sound.As a PC, the VAIO VA-Series model provides powerful computing performance, whether performing productivity tasks or editing high-definition video. It also gives users room to grow with an open bay that can accept an additional hard drive. All of this is packed into a beautiful silver and black chassis with a floating display and easily accessible optical and flash memory drives, front and centre."We're continuing a tradition with our all-in-one's by proving that a desktop does not have to be a tower to be powerful," said Puneet Jain, Senior Marketing Manager, VAIO Personal Computers & Monitors, Consumer Audio Visual/Information Technology Group, Sony of Canada Ltd. "The VAIO VA-Series gives consumers a high-quality TV experience while maintaining the superior performance and functionality of a PC."
Consumers can create professional quality DVDs with Sony's own Click to DVD(TM) mastering software. With the onboard DVD+R Double Layer/DVD+/-RW drive, they can also create or record up to 8.5 GB (gigabyte) of home videos, music or digital photos on one Double Layer disc. SonicStage(R), Sony's music management software, allows them to customize their musical environment.The VAIO VA-Series PC helps to turn analog content into digital masterpieces. Sonic Stage Mastering Studio gives consumers the tools of the pros to master their own recordings or convert old LPs and cassettes to digital music. The unit's A/V and S-Video ports connect directly to a VCR or analog camcorder to help convert home movies to slick DVDs.A multitude of analog audio and video inputs, a multi-card flash memory reader, i.LINK (IEEE 1394) and multiple USB ports make file transfer easy and flexible. Integrated 802.11 b/g wireless LAN provides Internet connectivity while limiting cable clutter.The VAIO VA-Series TV-PC will be available later this month at a manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) of $2,699.99.About Sony of Canada Ltd.Established in 1955, Sony of Canada Ltd. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Corporation of Tokyo, Japan, a world leader in the manufacture and marketing of electronic and computer products for consumer, business, electronics publishing and multimedia applications on a global scale. With headquarters in Toronto, sales offices in Vancouver and Montreal and distribution centres in Coquitlam, British Columbia, and Whitby, Ontario, approximately 970 employees support 72 Sony stores and a network of more than 3,000 authorized dealers across Canada.
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