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Toshiba's 2012 HDTV line will focus on edge-lit LED and CCFL LCDs. While the company has offered active 3DTVs in the past, this year it will focus on passive 3D technology in its higher-end models. (Toshiba says that it will release glasses-free 3DTVs this year, but I'm still skeptical. The CES demo was better than last year's but still not at the level it probably needs to be.)

Before I break down the different series in the line, here's a look at a few new features:

ePortal with MediaGuide
Toshiba has redesigned its Web portal and user interface. The new MediaGuide uses Rovi data to help find and organize content, while SearchAll improves the search function across TV channels, streaming video, and your home network. A full Web browser is offered on select models, and a new Android-based tablet app will be available, which includes the Send&Play function to share content between the tablet and TV.

Audyssey Sound Enhancement Technology
Audyssey technology will be included in all of Toshiba's 2012 TV models, including Audyssey EQ, Audyssey ABX, and (in some models) Audyssey Dynamic Volume to eliminate sudden volume changes.

Aero Family Design
Most of the 2012 Toshiba LED TVs will sport the new Aero Family Design, with a thinner bezel and a "silver wing design along the bottom of the display."

Here's the breakdown of each series:

Cinema Series L7200 Series: 47 and 55 inches. Edge-lit LED with local dimming, passive 3D, ClearScan 240Hz, 1GHz dual-core ARM processor, two-way ported speakers with the Audyssey Premium Suite, Aero bezel-free design, full-sized wireless keyboard, ePortal, MediaGuide, Open Browser, DLNA, Tablet Remote App Capability (TRAC) with Send&Play, built-in Wi-Fi. Available in March.

L6200 Series: 42, 47, and 55 inches. Edge-lit LED, passive 3D, ClearScan 120Hz, 1GHz dual-core ARM processor, Audyssey Premium Suite, Aero bezel-free design, ePortal, MediaGuide, Open Browser, DLNA,
Tablet Remote App Capability (TRAC) with Send&Play, built-in Wi-Fi. Available in March.

L5200 Series: 40, 46, and (new) 50 inches. Edge-lit LED, ClearFrame 120Hz, Audyssey Premium Suite, Aero Family Design with an ultra-thin bezel. Available in March.

L2200 Series: 50 inches. Direct LED, Audyssey Premium Suite, Aero Family Design. Available in April.

L4200 Series: 19, 24, and 32 inches. Edge-lit LED, Audyssey Suite, Aero Family Design with an ultra-thin bezel. The 19- and 32-inch models feature a 720p resolution, while the 24-inch model has a 1080p resolution. Available in March.

V4210 Series: 24 inches. Edge-lit LED TV/DVD Combo, Audyssey Suite. Available in March.

HT2: 65 inches. CCFL backlight, ClearFrame 120Hz. Available now, $1699.99.

E220: 40 inches. CCFL backlight, Audyssey Suite. Available now, $499.99.

C120: 32 inches. CCFL backlight, 720p resolution, Audyssey Suite. Available now, $329.99.