Dell Launches LCD TV Models That Mean Business; Two High-Definition Offerings Mark Entry Into Hospitality, Other Commercial Segments.

ROUND ROCK, Texas -- Expanding its TV business to hospitality and other commercial markets in North America, Dell (NASDAQ:DELL) today introduced two widescreen high-definition LCD displays optimized for hotels, restaurants, offices and airports.

The 32-inch W3202MH and the 37-inch W3706MH LCD TVs, priced at $1,799 and $2,299 respectively, feature some of the latest technology to deliver crisp, sharp pictures. The slim TVs also include configuration options that allow customized use in a variety of settings and applications, such as guest viewing in hotel rooms, restaurant entertainment, office reception areas and airport gate information and entertainment. With flexible installation options, customers can also mount the TVs on tabletops or walls.

"Business customers can expect these TVs to deliver outstanding high-definition clarity, ease of use, and features that matter to them and their own customers," said Gerry Smith, vice president, Dell displays. "The new TVs enable Dell to offer hospitality and other enterprise customers a comprehensive source for large-format TV displays as well as client systems, servers, storage and services."

Connections on both TVs allow "control-by-wire," a feature that eliminates the need for a remote control for each display in a multi-unit deployment because they are controlled from a single point. Remote controls and speakers are optional so customers need not pay extra for features they may not require.

User-customizable settings, such as maximum volume control, allow customers to control features that make sense for specific environments. LodgeNet(TM), OnCommand(R) and other hospitality video-on-demand offerings are also supported through a connector on the TVs.

Service and Support

Dell also announced installation services for business customers ranging from basic setup to wall mounting with concealed wiring(a) The TVs come with a standard one-year Advanced Exchange warranty that is upgradeable to five years(b). CompleteCare(TM) service is also available and encompasses accidental damage including drops and liquid spills(c).

Technical specifications for the W3202MH and W3706MH include:

--Widescreen high-definition resolution with WXGA (1,366x768) resolution

--Excellent viewing experience with a 16:9 widescreen aspect ratio

--Slim profile at 4.41 (W3706MH) and 4.49 (W3202MH) inches deep when the stand is removed

--Rich visual detail with 800:1 (W3706MH) and 1,000:1 (W3202MH) contrast ratios

--Excellent display of 480i, 480p, 720p, and 1080i resolutions with video powered by Pixelworks(TM)

--Wall or stand mountable (mounting equipment sold separately)

--Exquisite images in various lighting environments with 500 cd/m2 (W3706MH) and 450 cd/m2 (3202MH) brightness

--Built-in tuner (ATSC/NTSC combo)

--Sharp images with 3-D Y/C Comb Filter 

--Wide array of connections for business needs, including HDMI, composite, S-Video, component, TV in/coaxial (NTSC/ATSC), VGA/PC audio, RS232, and RJ11 (for VOD)

--High-quality audio with two 15-watt speakers that are stand, wall or TV mountable

The W3202MH and W3706MH will be available in the United States and Canada on Nov. 16, 2005. More information is available at www.dell.com/tvs.

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(a) TV installation services are provided via third-party contract with customer. Availability varies. Mounting equipment sold separately and is required for all installations that include wall mounting. Other conditions apply. For complete details, visit www.dell.com/servicecontracts.

(b) Replacement system or replacement part will be dispatched, if necessary, following phone-based troubleshooting, in advance of receipt of returned defective part or system. Replacements may be refurbished. Defective unit must be returned. Availability varies. Other conditions apply.

(c) CompleteCare service excludes theft, loss, and damage due to fire or intentional damage. CompleteCare not available in all states. Customer may be required to return unit to Dell. For complete details, visit www.dell.com/servicecontracts.