News  Sharp LL-151-3D

PRESS RELEASE: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – 09/06/2004

Good Looks. Stereoscopic Depth.
Sharp Presents the Ultimate Package - the LL-151-3D

INITION introduces the latest arrival from Sharp's 3D stable - the LL-151-3D. Revisiting and refining technology first introduced in the RD3D, the world's first autostereo 3D notebook, the LL-151-3D is the first standalone display from Sharp to incorporate 3D LCD technology.

The LL-151-3D is unique in boasting both functionality and form. 15 inches of sleek ergonomic design - with clean lines, a narrow frame and adjustable height - it also delivers 3D images that are cutting-edge crisp, clear and projected through a parallax barrier straight to the naked eye.

A gifted multi-tasker the LL-151-3D switches effortlessly between 2D and 3D display mode for applications like word processing, spreadsheets and e-mail. In 3D mode its 15-inch XGA (1024x768) LCD display allows a viewing clarity in which bright, clear pictures can be seen in fine detail. 370-nit brightness and 500:1 contrast ratio means the visual performance of the LL-151-3D is exceptional, whether you are a chemist visualising molecular structures, an innovative games developer or a surgeon preparing for complex neurosurgery.

The applications of the LL-151-3D are limitless. Not just within the fields of drug discovery, medical imaging, mapping/GIS, oil & gas or CAD, but also within the worlds of entertainment, education, leisure and game programming. The UK market has been waiting for a high function, intuitively designed, budget friendly monitor to progress its 3D usability. And the LL-151-3D answers that demand - in stereo. "The fourth wave of LCD technology is here' says John Anderson, Senior Sales Manager for LCD Monitors at Sharp. "The LL-151-3D display provides users with crisp 3D visualisation, and the ability to add a level of visual interaction to their applications that has been previously very cumbersome to attain."

Available to buy from now at £995 (excl VAT) Sharp UK has chosen Inition (www.inition.co.uk) as its 3D UK market specialist supplier. Industry leaders since 2001, Inition has created content for, consulted on, and launched some of the world's newest, cutting edge 3D display technology. This winter the company is proud to supply the LL-151-31D, the latest 3D offering from Sharp.

Notes to the Editor

Inition are providers of innovative graphics solutions with over ten years experience in Virtual Reality and Stereoscopic 3D. As well as providing a wide range of 3D graphics related hardware and software, Inition offer expertise in stereoscopic video production (both live and computer generated), interactive real-time 3D, innovative web-design and broadcast quality rendered animation. Our clients include the RSPB, P&G, the NHS and The London Metropolitan Police among others. For further information on our remit and reach or for expert editorial comment on VR visit www.inition.co.uk or contact us on 020 7613 5004. We are pleased to be able to offer demonstrations of this and other 3D displays in our new Shoreditch showroom. Please contact for details.

Sharp LL-151-3D specifications:

The Sharp LL-151-3D uses a parallax barrier system, whereby light from the LCD is divided so that different patterns reach the viewer's left and right eyes. The direction in which light leaves the display is controlled so that the left and right eyes see different images. When centred in front of the display, each eye receives the correct visual information for the brain to process. This makes it possible for the image on the screen to appear in three dimensions without the user having to wear special goggles.

The Sharp LL-151-3D features a colour management function compatible with the "sRGB" international standard for colour reproduction. By performing colour conversions with "ICC profile" that adjust to liquid crystal characteristics, the LL-151-3D displays pictures with natural tones, and colour matching is achieved with sRGB compatible peripheral equipment.

The Sharp LL-151-3D also features slide system height adjustment. With this integrated slide system, users are able to swivel the display 90 degrees and adjust the screen angle and height up to 60mm for ergonomic comfort and productivity.

The Sharp LL-151-3D will come complete with a software bundle to support its 3D and multimedia capability, which includes The SHARP SmartStereo Photo Editor, and SHARP SmartStereo Camera Calculator.

The LL-151-3D is available in black and features a long life (approximately 50,000 hours) backlight. Product specifications in pdf format.

Sharp LL-151-3D

For images, information or to see the LL-151-3D in action, contact Inition at their Shoreditch office and showroom on 020 7613 5004 or email requests to press@inition.co.uk.