VIZIO Exceeds Energy Star 3.0 Requirements

Post by **Apoptosis** » Thu Nov 06, 2008 2:32 pm

Irvine, CA -- November 6, 2008 -- VIZIO, America’s HDTV Company, announced today that all of their LCD HDTV models that are shipping now to U.S. and Canadian retailers meet or exceed Energy Star 3.0 requirements. VIZIO, the company that manufactures one of America’s most popular brands of flat panel HDTVs, is committed to the best value and performance for their customers.

The VIZIO HDTV philosophy remains simple, “We maintain our commitment to outstanding video performance while helping LCD HDTV consumers save energy,” stated Ken Lowe, Vice President and Co-Founder of VIZIO.

All VIZIO LCD HDTVs meet Energy Star 3.0 requirements for lower energy consumption, with at least nine models exceeding them by as much as 25% -- good news for both the environment and value-conscious consumers. In addition, all VIZIO’s HDTVs are RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) compliant. The RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC restricts the use of six hazardous materials found in electrical and electronic products.

In terms of energy consumption, VIZIO is proud to confirm 100% of VIZIO’s popular 22 inch-class and new 19 inch-class models use much less energy than a conventional 60Watt light bulb.

VIZIO is also announcing the launch of a new 32 inch-class “EcoHD”™ LCD HDTV which uses 44% less energy than a typical 32 inch-class LCD HDTV. VIZIO consumers will save energy while enjoying high performance with a 12,500:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio, SRS TruSurround XT Audio, and Multiple HDMI Inputs -- all wrapped in a stylish white piano colored bezel for the truly design savvy consumer. All this begged Laynie Newsome, VIZIO VP Sales and Marketing Communications to ask, “Who says saving energy can’t be cool?” The MSRP for the EcoHD is $499.99 and can be found online later this month at vizio.com, and with select retailers like Sam’s Club.com, DELL.com, Costco.com, Target.com and Wal-Mart.com.

About VIZIO
VIZIO, Inc. "Where Vision Meets Value," headquartered in Irvine, California, is America’s HDTV Company. In 2007, VIZIO skyrocketed to the top by becoming the #1 selling brand of flat panel HDTVs in North America and became the first American brand in over a decade to lead major categories in U.S. TV sales. VIZIO is committed to bringing feature-rich flat panel televisions to market at a value through practical innovation. VIZIO offers a broad range of award winning Plasma and LCD HDTVs including the new XVT series. VIZIO’s products are found at Costco Wholesale, Sam's Club, Sears, Walmart, BJ’s Wholesale and other fine retailers nationwide along with authorized online partners. VIZIO has won numerous awards including a #1 ranking in the Inc. 500 for Top Companies in Computers and Electronics, Good Housekeeping's Best Big-Screens, CNET's Top 10 Holiday Gifts, PC World's Best Buy among others. For more information, please call 888-VIZIOCE or visit on the web at www.VIZIO.com.