(July 8, 2010) Earlier this month, Mitsubishi introduced its 2010 HDTVs to the press at its New York City line show.  For 2010 Mitsubishi is offering a its 2nd generation 3D capable laser powered 75″ Digital Light Processor (DLP) rear projector, 6 LED LCDs in three series and 13-3D capable DLP rear projectors in four series.
Its flat panels and rear projectors represent a significant departure from any other vendors’ product lines. All 2010 Mitsubishi HDTVs are 1080p, and all are big screens with sizes from 40″ -55″ for LED flat panels and 60″ and above for DLP Cinema rear projeciton HDTVs.
LaserVue TV
The L75-A91 features a 75″ screen with a depth of 15″ and an available wall mounting bracket. It is the only TV available using three (red, blue, green) lasers. Mitsubishi increased efficiency over the previous generation, lowering power consumption to just 128 watts.
The L75-A75 features include: Cinema Color for a color gamut similar to color seen in digital projector equipped commercial movie theaters; StreamTV Internet Media (including VUDU movies, Pandora music and Flickr and Picasa photo);12-bit signal processing, 4 HDMI inputs; USB media input, 3D (Blu-ray, cable and satellite) capability with its optional ($399) 3D starter pack consisting of the 3DA-1 3D adapter, two pairs of  Mitsubishi 3D glasses, an IR emitter and a Disney 3D Blu-ray demo disc.
3D DLP Home Cinema TV
The rear projection line-up features screen sizes from 60″ to 82″. Mitsubishi is the only remaining rear projection TV manufacturer. For a consumer seeking a really big screen at a very reasonable price (see chart below), consider a Mitsubishi DLP. Yes, they are deeper than a flat panel (i.e. 15.1″/60″ screen size, 16″/65″, 17.9″/73″) however; the majority of flat panels end up on stands or in wall units negating any advantage to a thinner design. There are four series, the C10 series (pricing NA), the 638, 738 and 838 series
All have 3D capability and feature a six color processor, 1080p (2D) and four picture modes. The step up 738 series adds StreamTV™ Internet Media, Wireless Internet Ready (Optional Adapter)  1080p 5G 12-bit Video Processor, 120Hz, Advanced Video Calibration and a Universal Remote Control. The top of the line 838 series adds 16 Speaker Immersive Sound Technology (more on this below), 32W Total System Power, Bluetooth A2DP Audio Streaming, Center Channel Mode, Surround Pre-amp outputs, Variable Subwoofer Output, New Cosmetics w/Blue Light Accent, Dark Detail Enhancer, PerfectColor and PerfecTint Color Management, ISFccc Advanced Video Adjustments, 4 HDMI™ with CEC, NetCommand Remote, a Wired IR input and a USB Media Input (Photos & Music).
The 3D Capabilities of DLP
Every Mitsubishi DLP can play 3D content with the use of the optional 3D Starter pack. The result, is a very bright image that is virtually free from crosstalk artifacts often seen with LED and LCD 3D displays. This is due to the very high switching speeds of the DLP chip. They are far faster than any LED lit LCD HDTV. The Mitsubishi reproduces 3D at the same resolution as broadcast over cable or satellite at 960 x 1080 resolution per eye.
Later this summer, Mitsubishi will be providing a free firmware upgrade to the 738 and 838 series products that will eliminate the need for the 3DA-1 converter for 3D viewing. The sets will be able to be viewed by simply using a pair of Mitsubishi 3D glasses and connecting the infra-red emitter.
Unisen Immersive Sound LED TVs
Mitsubishi line of LED LCD HDTVs offers features not found in any line other flat panel HDTV. All models include Mitsubishi unique built-in surround sound bar which reproduces movie and TV soundtracks in surround sound without rear speakers! All the Mitsubishi Unisen LED TVs sound far clearer and can play much louder without audible distortion than any other HDTV on the market today.
All models are LED edge lit, providing superior color and lower power consumption than the old fashioned CCFL lamps found in many other LCD TVs.
All models are either 120Hz or 240Hz depending on the series. It breaks down as follows (from the Mitsubishi press release.)
” All 154, 164 and Diamond 265 series Unisen Immersive Sound LED TV models for 2010 include Edge-Lit LED Backlight, Multi-Speaker Immersive Sound Technology with Variable Subwoofer Output and Center Channel Mode, StreamTVâ„¢ Internet Media, new Thin Depth Design, True120Hz, Energy Starâ„¢ 4.0 Qualified, Clear Contrast Panel, Plush 1080p® 5G 12-bit Digital Video Processing, 6-Color Processorâ„¢, 4 HDMIâ„¢, Deep Colorâ„¢ and x.v.Colorâ„¢, Easy Connectâ„¢, USB Media Input, and Detachable IEC Power Cord.
The MDEA 164 series is available in 40, 46 and new 55-inch screen sizes, and in addition to the features above, includes 16-Speaker Immersive Sound Technology, Built-in Wireless Internet, Bluetooth A2DP Audio Streaming, EdgeEnhanceâ„¢, DeepField Imagerâ„¢ and Advanced Video Calibration.
The MDEA Diamond 265 series is available in 46 and new 55-inch screen sizes. In addition to all features within the 154 and 164 series, each Diamond model includes 18-Speaker Immersive Sound Technology, True240Hz, new Thin Depth Design with Blue Light Accent, Plush1080p® 5G 18-Bit Digital Video Processing, iPhone Remote Control App, Audio Calibration Microphone, Perfect Colorâ„¢, PerfectTintâ„¢, ISFccc® Advanced Video Adjustments, NetCommand, and Wired IR input.”
The chart below contains the prices and availability and screen sizes of the Mitsubishi 2010 DLPs and LED TVs
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Would the immersive surround sound on the LT-55265 be enough for an average sized townhouse living room? It sounded amazing in the store. Or is a separate 5.1 system a better bet using the TV as the center channel?
how to calibrate the 738?
@Kevin
When you say that the 838 has a better color processor, what’s the difference? When i looked at the specs they both have the 5G 12-bit processor and 6-color processor. Please clarify. Also, when it comes to calibration i’ve heard that the calibrating options that come with TV’s are not even close to the equipment the techs use when they come out to your house and calibrate it. Is Mitsu’s calibrating option as good or better than that on the 838? And finally please rate for me picture quality of the 738 betweeen 1 & 10 and the 838 between 1 & 10 seperately. Thanks for all your help.
The Unisen set, while having a very good picture, is far and away the best sounding TV you will ever hear. I wouldn’t necessarily use it instead of a good 5.1 or 7.1 system, but for a smaller room, secondary TV, etc., it’s a great choice. Get yourself a wireless sub and you’re set.
@kevin
Thank you for your advice. With the tips you gave me now all i have to decide between is size. Im going to go ahead for the 838, like i mentioned currently own a 65″ so if i decide to get the new 838 65″ i hope the picture quality is noticable. Ill consider the sound bar a bonus and i do like the blue accents :)
I purchased a WD-73C9 and wonder if the firmware update would be available for this model also? Any suggestions on where to find that out?
Well there are more differences between the 738 and 838 than the sound, but that’s one of the more compelling reasons to go with the 838. The big difference between an old 837 and new 838 is the sound bar. If sound isn’t a problem, then the 738 would be good, so you can get the firmware upgrade for 3d without needing the adapter. However, the 838 offers a much better picture than the 738, with a better color processor and more options to change and calibrate your picture to your liking. the 738 is more of your run-of-the-mill TV. Mits doesn’t inflate a TV’s price for the Immersive Sound, they use it as a final push to take their product (based on the LCD/LED sales strategy and pricing my company uses). So disabling that sound bar wouldn’t be bad. I personally would go with the 837 if you didn’t want the sound, but you need the adapter, and the 838 if you didn’t want to purchase the adapter, and just disable the sound, based on the overall picture quality of the sets. You can grab an WD73837 for about 2,000, and 400 for adapter, sets u abotu 2400, and the 838’s introduce at $3100, so the choice is yours. I wouldn’t suggest settling for anything other than a Diamond though (838 or 837 series)
@Kevin
Thank you for your advice. I didnt know the sound bar was the only difference between the 838 and 738. The model i currently own i think is the 65″738 from a year and a half ago hdmi 1.3. I want to upgrade mainly so all my equipment would connect directly without requireing the new 3d adapter mitsubishi is coming out with. So since sound is not an issue youd recommend the new 2010 73738?
@ Sergio
(I work for a high end Mits dealer)
The 838 series will reproduce 1080p and is 1.4 compatable, all Mits models are. The TV does have an audio-out feature, although it’s not fiber optical audio (also known as optical audio) and use analog or digital coax. However, with the 838, that reciever is unneeded, as the Immersive Sound Bar that’s built into the TV does HD sound, without the need to run that. However, if you want to turn the TV sound off, you can do that, however one of the main selling points of the 838 is that sound system. If you’re not interested in that, I’d suggest you look into picking up the slightly older WD73837, as it’s essentially the same TV minus the Immersive Sound, and dealers are pushing these out the door for low prices.
Thank you for this news i have been waiting for there new line up. I have a question these tvs d o they reproduce 1080p images and is it hdmi 1.4? I am intrigued by the 73838 model. I currently own one of their dlps and want to upgrade. One last question i own a ps3 and its connected to a non capable 3d receiver does this tv offer the feature to bounce the sound back to my receiver if connected to tv directly. I dont want to loose my hd sound. Thank you if u manage to respond to my long post i love this site.