100 Hertz

The Metz 100-Hertz DMC technology doubles the frame rate of an LCD TV, thereby retaining full sharpness even with animated scenes, i.e. motion blur is avoided. Together with dynamic motion compensation (DMC) [see also mecavisionHD+], which interposes algorithmically-computed frames, this enables optimised motion display with an even smoother overall flow.

10-bit signal processing

In contrast to conventional 8 or 9-bit circuitry, the Metz 10-bit resolution ensures even more bandwidth. This results in maximum signal quality with brilliantly sharp television pictures – an advantage especially evident during very dark movie scenes.

A

Anti-aliasing

The intelligent anti-aliasing developed by Metz recognises step effects in diagonally running edges and lines. Through special interpolation, it is possible to successfully smooth them out.

Audio power amplifier class D

Included in the basic equipment of all Metz LCD TVs. The integrated class D power amplifiers feature a compact design and optimum efficiency along with excellent audio performance.

Automatic picture format recognition

Enables the screen-fi lling display of almost all picture contents in the correct format, both for TV broadcasts and external input sources.

Automatic station search

Auto-store function with country-specific sorting function – can be activated via the menu button of the remote control.

AV-PIP

Picture-in-picture function from external input sources (model-dependent, only for digital signal), e.g. for monitoring the recording level of VCRs or DVD recorders.

B

Bass reflex system

A closed speaker casing with a bass reflex channel providing improved sound quality through more natural low frequencies and bass.

C

Centre speaker function

Special feature: The integrated high-quality speaker systems of the Metz LCD TVs can be used as centre speaker – an elegant solution for any home cinema system!

Cinch audio output

Analogue sound output. Needed to connect the TV to a stereo system.

CTI/LTI

Colour transient improvement/luminance transient improvement for restoration of clean contour edges that are lost during the transmission of the television picture.

Comb Filter

Separates colour and brightness signals, which makes it possible to achieve more differentiated and cleaner picture colours.

3D Comb Filter

A more optimised version of the conventional comb filter.

 

D

Dynamic motion compensation (DMC)

Key component of the mecavisionHD+ picture technology: sophisticated processors and complex algorithms (vector-based deinterlacing) ensure smooth display of animated scenes. The procedure optimises the calculation of the picture contents, thereby providing improved motion flow. This concept has been refi ned in TV sets with Metz mecavisionHD+ technology. Here the procedure even works with high-defi nition signals (HD).

Digital NICAM sound

Audio reception mode, e.g. for Spain and Scandinavia.

DVB-C/DVB-T module

Tuner for analogue and digital television via cable and aerial – usually integrated by Metz as a standard feature.

DVB-S module

Tuner for digital satellite reception (radio and TV) – available from Metz as an option.

DVB-S2 module

Satellite tuner for high-resolution television (HDTV)

DVI-I

Digital and analogue interface with HDCP copy protection and automatic format identification for connecting PCs, DVD players or recorders for playback of digital and analogue picture data in maximum quality. Optimum display of HDTV formats and resolutions, e.g. 1920 x 1080 or 1280 x 720. With an optional adapter, it can also be used as HDMI input.

Dynamic picture sharpness optimisation (horizontal and vertical)

Increases the picture sharpness for an especially 3D-like television picture.

Dynamic noise reduction

Special filter to prevent picture interference resulting from signal noise.

E

EPG

Electronic Programme Guide. Based on the data transmitted by broadcasting stations. With EPG, TV schedules can be checked and organised one week in advance. You can use the OK button to let the system remind you of specific programmes and use the red button to easily pre-programme individual recordings.

Euro AV sockets

Another name for SCART sockets. Universal analogue interface for connecting VCRs, DVD players, and high-quality RGB signal sources.

F

Full HD

Especially high resolution (1920 x 1080). The use of such panels usually only makes sense for large screens (37“ and upwards).

G

Gamma correction

For more detail in dark picture areas.

H

HDMI

HDMI interface with HDCP copy protection. Digital interface with automatic format recognition for connecting DVD players or recorders for playback of digital data in maximum quality. Optimum display of HDTV formats and resolutions, e.g. 1920 x 1080 or 1280 x 720 including
digital audio signals.

HD ready

Indicates that a device is suitable for the display of high-defi nition television (HDTV). The resolutions defi ned in the „HD ready“ standard are 1280 x 720 and 1920 x 1080. The HDMI or DVI-I interface can be used to enjoy external digital signal sources in optimum quality.

HDTV

HDTV reception provides a TV picture that is up to five times sharper and reveals a lot more details.

HDTV retrofittable

Special feature: All Metz LCD TVs with this designation can be equipped for HDTV reception with an add-on module.

I 

Individually adjustable picture and sound settings

See programme space-related correction.

Info button

Special button on the Metz remote control that provides help via the screen menu for operating the TV. An extensive index resolves almost all problems and eliminates the need for printed operating instructions.

IPS technology

In-Plane Switching technology: for accurate colour display even from a diagonal viewing angle.

L

Loudspeakers

Depending on the equipment, Metz TVs have up to 2 tweeters and 2 woofers/midrange drivers. This 2-way speaker system enables outstanding playback quality in the high and mid-frequency range. Depending on the model, a bass reflex system is used to enhance the sound.

LCD

Liquid crystal display. A panel that is based on liquid crystals. A liquid crystal layer that is sealed between two glass panels is controlled by two electrodes. As soon as voltage is applied, the crystals are aligned. Together with two large polarising fi lters and miniature colour fi lters applied to the glass, a type of light valve is created with which the brightness of individual pixels and their colour (red, green, blue) can be controlled.

LUX automatic contrast

Recognises changes in the ambient light conditions and duly adapts the picture brightness by means of the automatic backlight control.

M

mecavision

Collective term for a comprehensive set of picture optimisation measures. See also CTI/LTI, dynamic picture sharpness optimisation, dynamic noise reduction, IPS technology.

mecavisionHD+

Latest Metz innovation in the fi eld of picture optimisation: mecavisionHD+ now makes use of dynamic motion compensation (DMC) for high-resolution signals, too. This technology enables extremely smooth motion display, even with demanding HDTV sources.

MPEG decoder

Technical component that can read and display compressed digital picture data.

Multiple standard

Ability to receive different broadcasting standards (PAL, SECAM, and NTSC).

Mute

To mute the sound, press the speaker button on the remote control once.

O

OLED plain text display

Graphics-capable, highly readable display that enables the full representation even of long station names or the time.

OSD

Screen menu (On-Screen Display) with pixel-perfect and therefore super-sharp display of all menu contents and Videotext (= native resolution).

Overdrive

Optimum motion display through reduced response time of the liquid crystals.

P

Panorama mode

Enables a natural-looking, format-filling adaptation of 4:3 broadcasts to the 16:9 format. The picture can be gradually magnified in five stages – the natural impression is retained.

PC interface

see DVI-I

PIP

Picture-in-picture function – enables display of a second programme or signal source in the current television picture.

Plain text display

Display of the full station name or time.

Plug & play
For convenient connection of peripheral devices to the DVI-I and HDMI interface.

Programme space-related correction
Each individual TV station and each external signal source can be assigned separate values, e.g. for colour intensity, volume, contrast, or sharpness.

PVR

Integrated or retrofittable hard-disk recorder with a capacity of at least 160 GB and unique simultaneous recording function, allowing another programme to be recorded „in the background“ in addition to the movie currently being watched. Enables recording in HDTV quality (up to 30 hours) or in conventional SDTV quality (up to 200 hours).

R

RGB
High-quality analogue signal that Metz TVs deliver via the Euro AV (SCART) socket.

S

Signal concept (fully digital)
Thanks to the integration of digital interfaces (HDMI or DVI-I), Metz LCD TVs receive and process digital signals in their original quality, without requiring any conversion.

SPDIF
Digital interface for maximum audio quality.
Optical digital output: The TV sound can be enjoyed via the surround sound system.
Optical digital input: Via this input on a Metz TV, the multi-channel sound of a DVD player, for example, can be passed to the surround sound system via the television (= looping).

SRS WOW®
Leading 3D sound processing technology from SRS Labs Inc. The use of special algorithms enables finely nuanced output of the audio signal, especially in the treble and bass ranges.

T

T+A home cinema system
Metz TV competence linked with the highend audio components from T+A (the renowned electroacoustics specialists from Herford, Germany) make it possible for all home cinema enthusiasts to have a system that meets the highest demands. All components can be operated via the remote control from T+A. The smart interface automatically handles many adjustment functions for optimum playback of movies and music.

Tone stop (Sound stop)
To switch off the sound from the speakers, press the button on the remote control once

Top Videotext Level 2.5
Further developed Videotext with improved picture display, optimum readability and a great deal of additional information. This has only been made possible with a special character set that is exactly matched to the panel resolution and hence a sharp, pixel-perfect display is guaranteed.

Tri-Star operating concept
With the Plus X Award-winning operating menu: Depending on technical interest, its range of functions can be reduced in three stages from a high-end cockpit to the basic control elements. For individualists and technical experts, you can assign separate, individual values to each individual TV station as well as to each external signal source, for example, values for brightness, volume, contrast or sharpness. Beginners are given more operating security by reducing the choice of operations down to the bare necessities.

W

WXGA resolution
Facilitates pixel-perfect display of signal sources up to a resolution of 1366 x 768. See also: HD ready.

WUXGA resolution

Facilitates pixel-perfect display of signal sources up to a resolution of 1920 x 1080. See also: Full HD.

Y

YUV

High-quality component input for the transmission of picture signals from external input devices in the best quality.

Z

Zoom
Facilitates the format-filling adaptation of so-called „letterbox broadcasts“ to the 16:9 screen. The picture can be gradually magnified in stages in five steps.

 

 

 

BM Blackmatrix picture tube
The phosphorous strips that generate the colours are separated by black lines (invisible to the eye) to improve the purity of the colours and greatly enhance picture contrast.

Slim and Real-Flat-Slim picture tube
The picture tube is slimmed down by 30 per cent compared with Metz Classic-TVs; a standard feature of all televisions of the Metz Slim TV range

A standard element of the Metz LCD technology used in connection with the Metz LCD TVs: Clearly defined movements combined with perfect contrast and outstanding overall sharpness. Even the fastest movements, complicated motifs, running texts and colour contours are reproduced with pin-point definition without the slightest blur

Dynamic contrast and brightness control
Contrast and brightness settings are automatically optimally readjusted in conformity with the given picture contents

10-bit signal processing
Set-internal signal processing with 10-bit resolution for the benefit of added bandwidth so that signal processing ensures the very finest, loss-free signal quality for the display

Progressive Scan
Most effective with signal sources with 60 Hz V-deflection frequency. Reduces the visible line structure in connection with a DVD player, for instance during playback of movies bought in the USA. DVD picture output is not, as standard, as two successive fields, but rather as two frames during the same period of time. How these new lines are calculated is decisive for the result

Dynamic contrast and brightness control
Contrast and brightness settings are automatically optimally readjusted in conformity with the given picture contents

CTI – Colour Transient Improvement / LTI - Luminance Transient Improvement
Clearly defined contours are regained which, otherwise, are lost during transmission

Automatic picture ratio recognition
Different aspect ratios are automatically recognized and reproduced in the correct format to fill the entire screen area without any distortions

2-way speaker system
Separate treble speakers for outstanding treble and mid-range sound reproduction

Analog audio output
Variable or linear output for the reproduction of sound signals by a HiFi system

Centre speaker function
The leading 3D sound technology from SRS Labs, Inc. for spatial sound realism similar to an actual event. You can even walk around in the room without suffering a noticeable loss of quality. A special algorithm ensures a sound system rich in varied tones, particularly in the treble tone and bass range.

T+A home cinema system
Close development co-operation between T+A and Metz has resulted in an intelligent, high-end home cinema system for the ultimate enjoyment of picture and sound just as in a cinema. The system handles fully automatic activation of all the necessary system components to allow you to relax and enjoy the film in the very finest quality. The system is controlled by the T+A remote control (Metz TV and T+A HiFi and home cinema components are all controlled with a single remote control)

Optical Digital Audio Input (SPDIF)
Reproduction of a digital audio signal from external units (e.g. DVD player) by the television or a surround-sound system

Optical Digital Audio Output (SPDIF)
Loss-free reproduction of a digital audio signal by a surround-sound system

Bass reflex system
A closed speaker cabinet with bass reflex channel for greatly improved sound quality through natural bass depth

SRS WOW®
The leading 3D sound technology from SRS Labs, Inc. for spatial sound realism similar to an actual event. You can even walk around in the room without suffering a noticeable loss of quality. A special algorithm ensures a sound system rich in varied tones, particularly in the treble tone and bass range.

HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface)
HDMI enables the digital connection of audio-visual devices with a cable. Digital audio signals are integrated and automatic format detection is supported

2-way speaker system
Separate treble speakers for outstanding treble and mid-range sound reproduction

All-digital signal concept (with a digital source such as DVB, HDMI)
No loss of quality due to signal conversion from digital to analog and vice versa as well as diminished sensitivity to interference (see also improved colour definition)

Audio output stage - Class D
Compact design and optimal efficiency for outstanding audio performance