VIZIO announced its revolutionary new Reference Series Ultra HD Full-Array LED Smart TV collection, highlighted by the larger-than-life 120 model. VIZIO's most powerful and advanced collection to date, the Reference Series started with a clean sheet of paper and was engineered from the ground up to offer consumers, videophiles and custom integrators an elite collection of TVs designed to set a new standard for world-class picture and audio quality. The result of over two years of research and development, the Reference Series by VIZIO was architected with the latest, innovative technologies that redefine best-in-class picture quality: High Dynamic Range combined with a powerful 800 nit bright backlight and 384 Active LED Zones for unprecedented contrast, Ultra-Color Spectrum with full support for true 10-bit color, and incredible Ultra HD picture performance with Spatial Scaling Engine for unmatched transformation of 1080p Full HD content.

The Reference Series Ultra HD Smart TV collection by VIZIO - available in 65 and 120 screen sizes - will be showcased at the 2014 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, NV, at the Wynn Hotel, by appointment only. The result is the all-new Reference Series, which represents two years of research and development across every aspect of the platform. The video system is a fusion of picture processing and numerous new engines, creating an outstanding picture and offering granular user control.

The integrated audio system features a 5.1 sound bar that rivals the best home theater solutions. The combined result is the best-in-class entertainment experience that sets the new benchmark by which all other TVs will be measured. In the case of the truly cinematic 120" Reference TV, that measurement is huge.

VIZIO's Ultra-Color Spectrum fully supports true uncompressed 10-bit color for the most life-like colors ever seen on a TV. Unlike most TVs, which can only reproduce a conventional color gamut of Rec 709, Ultra-Color Spectrum in the Reference Series widens the color gamut, rendering colors closer to a level the human eye can discern. Full 10-bit color enables over one billion color shades for the most life-like imagery.

Collectively, these technologies push the boundaries of color and contrast to create an entirely new level of realism. Along with the ultra-bright, 800 nits backlight, the Reference Series features Full-Array LED backlighting with 384 individual local dimming zones known as Active LED Zones, which dynamically adjust to match on-screen content for the deep, pure black levels and higher contrast. VIZIO was one of the industry's first to implement Full-Array LED backlighting in its TV collections, and over the years has continued to invest in the technology to advance local dimming capabilities to new levels of performance and definition.

For 2014, all VIZIO TV product lines will support Active LED Zones, with the Reference Series serving as the pinnacle of local dimming performance with 384 zones. In addition, Active Pixel Tuning delivers intelligent brightness adjustments at the individual pixel level for increased picture accuracy and contrast. Analyzing the light and dark areas on the screen and extending the dynamic range without loss of detail in bright or dark areas, High Dynamic Range creates a contrast range with true-to-life intensity, more accurately reproducing the nuances of the picture and revealing fine details found in real scenes.

Working together with an Ultra-Bright LED Backlight of 800 nits, the Reference Series delivers an unprecedented range of contrast with nearly twice the luminance of standard HDTVs. The Reference Series also includes a suite of technologies that deliver the industry's best Ultra HD performance. VIZIO's Spatial Scaling Engine beautifully upscales 1080p Full HD content using multiple vectors of data analysis, creating extraordinarily accurate detail in every image.

Optimized for unparalleled Ultra-HD streaming, the Reference Series is equipped with 802.11ac dual-band MIMO wireless for the fast, most efficient streaming experience possible. Support for HEVC codec enables VIZIO Internet Apps Ultra HD streaming from UHD-enabled apps, and HDCP 2.2 Security Protocol allows for protected playback via HDMI from Ultra HD players and next-generation game consoles. The Reference Series was designed to allow consumers to enjoy the full range of growing Ultra HD content options in the market, without the need for add-on devices.

Consumers will notice brilliant clarity Ultra-fast Clear Action Rate 1800 which is measured using high-speed effective refresh rates and precise synchronization of backlight scanning to enhance motion clarity and deliver incredibly crisp fast action scenes. Additionally, the latest HDMI standard has been incorporated and delivers the added bandwidth of 60 frames per second required for fast action Ultra HD content. Underneath the hood, the Reference Series is powered by the new V6 six-core processor.

Comprised of a quad-core GPU plus dual-core CPU, the processor delivers advanced graphics processing and even faster Smart TV user experience. In addition, the dedicated VM50 Ultra HD motion and picture-processing engine enhances every Ultra HD image with incredible detail. At the pixel level, the Pure Pixel Processing Engine (P3E) further enhances sharp detail and gamma control, while reducing noise and artifacts caused by scaling, compression and video devices.

For consumers who are passionate about content, the performance of the Reference Series also makes available two unique viewing modes: High Velocity Mode which enables the TV to display an ultra-fast 120 frames per second over HDMI, ideal for fast action video or gaming content, and Pure Cinema Engine for a true film-watching experience. With Pure Cinema Engine, the Reference Series presents films in their native 24 or 48 fps for the most authentic cinematic experience. The Reference Series by VIZIO sets a new bar and carries forward the brand's 'Beautifully Simple' philosophy with its high-end style and meticulously detailed craftsmanship.

Featuring a minimalist, modern industrial design and ultra-slim bezel, The Reference Series is hand-assembled with the fine materials and innovative construction. With the near edge-to-edge 120" diagonal display on the series' larger model, the TV, including sound bar and sound base, stands at over 6 feet tall and nearly 9 feet wide (74.8" H x 106.9" W), and sits atop a solid metal base that is first die cast, then CNC-machined for several hours to perfect the surfacing and finish for a luxurious look that commands attention in any home theater. The innovative modular design of the stand also allows for the beautifully integrated sound bar to be displayed separately both wall-mounted or on a display table.