CSOT World's HighestStandard55-inch 4X Full HD LCD Screen Makes Stunning Debut at the FPD International 2012

November 05th,2012

Yokohama, October 31,2012 - China Star Optoelectronics Technology (CSOT)a business group of TCL Corporation, unveiledits newly developed product-the 55-inch 4X full HD LCD screenfor the first time at the FPD International 2012,anindustry-renowned globalplatform that showcased the most advanced technology and future lifestyle trends.The launch ceremony was held at the openingday,which impressed the guests of the show and signified a great step forward for China's display technology eraas well as a historical breakthrough for China's video industry.It also changed the status of China's long-term dependence on importing large LCD TV panels.

CSOT World's Highest Standard 55-inch 4X Full HD LCD Screen      Makes Stunning Debut at the FPD International 2012

A key highlight at the FPD International 2012 - the 55-inch 4X full HD LCD screen,is another major innovative breakthrough for CSOT since itsdevelopment of the "China Star". The product integrates multiple advanced technic including its self-innovating HVA technology, 4K2K Ultra High Resolution, 5.0mm narrow bezel, green energy-saving LED-backlight design and a high transmission rate. The 4K2K Ultra High Resolutiontechnology presents a powerful expression of vivid three-dimensional picture quality. At half the size of similar products, the 5.0mm narrow bezel exemplifies the highest level of technology within the industry.Through therelease of its 55-inch 4X full HD LCD screen, CSOT has reinforced its leading position in China's panel display industry as well as demonstrated its potential as a highly innovative world-class enterprise.

At the FPD International 2012, CSOT also showcased its comprehensive product line including its28-inch, 32-inch and 37-inch HVA products, 46-inch SG 3D, 48-inch SG/FPR 3D products and the world's largest 110-inch 4X full high definition 3D LCD screen - the "China Star".

Just half a month ago, CSOT's 8.5G LCD panel production line had reached full capacity ahead of schedule at 108,000 sheets per month, setting a new milestone for China's LCD panel industry. According to the latest DisplaySearch report, CSOT's product shipment volume in September 2012 has surpassed that of SHARP Corporation to become the fifth highest in the world, achieving a 9.5% global market share. This is on top of CSOT becoming the second largest LCD panel supplier in the Chinamarket. 

Mr.Chen Liyi, Acting CEO of CSOT said, "Realizing the full capacity of the 8.5G LCD panel production line as well as developing the industry-leading 55-inch 4X full HD LCD screen and the "China Star" all demonstrate CSOT's capability inresearch and independent innovation.We have performed well in patent technology, having submitted a cumulative total of 1,684 applicationswith 273 authorizedto date. Wewill further increase ourR&D investments tostrengthenour leading technology capability and solidify CSOT's competitive edge on the international platform."

The success of CSOT has enabled TCL Corporation to become the first company in China to produce LCD TV sets all by itself,promoting closer upstream-downstream cooperation and enhancing related industries.TheseachievementsalsostrengthenChina's position as the third country to have successfully developed high-end display technology, just behind Japan and South Korea.With the production of LCD panels now focused in China, TCL will play a more important role in the global market, continuing to drive the entire domestic panel industryto break thepast international bottleneckand boost the overall competitiveness of China's color TV industry in the future.

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