We had heard that certain
Mitsubishi representatives had been telling Diamond dealers that production had been suspended on the outfit's flagship
LaserVue HDTV, and sure enough, the story is true. We have confirmed with Mitsubishi Digital Electronics America that the outfit has "temporarily suspended production of LaserVue televisions due to a problem with manufacturing equipment used to produce LaserVue TVs." We're also informed that "Mitsubishi Electric engineers are taking the necessary action to ensure that the company resumes production as quickly as possible, while maintaining the highest standards for product quality and reliability." So far as we know, this isn't a sign of sudden discontinuation, as Mitsu has affirmed that it's "expecting production to resume in early 2009." We'll update with more as we get it in.
Update: We asked a few followup questions, and we did find that Mitsu isn't anticipating any supply issues, which indicates the problem may be short lived (or at least it hopes so). As for an official comment on what went wrong? "LaserVue production was suspended due to a manufacturing equipment issue." That's all we've got.
[Thanks, Chuck]
posted Feb 11th 2009 at 12:32PM
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
The Fuzz 53 @ Feb 11th 2009 1:00PM
I think I'm going to go with one of these next time I need a new TV.
Bloo @ Feb 11th 2009 2:19PM
Bring out the 70+ incher and make the price sub-$5000 and then we'll talk...
Mike @ Feb 11th 2009 3:06PM
I'd like this in a 55-56" size and for ess than a Kuro if this is it's main competition.
Maxx @ Feb 11th 2009 3:36PM
I am usually a Sony man when it comes to TV's but now that they top out at 52" I will be looking for one of these to replace my current 60" SXRD.
I am not counting Sony's 70" LCD because its a couple of years old now and costs 19,999.
skimrn @ Feb 11th 2009 4:06PM
Hey Mike, wanna get Kuro? It's the best time to get it since Costco carries 60" for less than $3000 and 50" for less than $2000!
Besides, Mitsubishi Laservues are not technically flat panels. They are PROJECTION! :)
corey smith @ Feb 11th 2009 5:15PM
i havent seen this tv in person, but anyone who has says the contrast and color reproduction blow away everything on the market thus far.
Mike @ Feb 11th 2009 6:42PM
That screen looks flat to me. I think you are thinking of a different term that describes thin tv's but flat isn't it.