As HD DVD disc sales soar, Toshiba meets growing demand with 1080p player
offering an amazing high def experience for ONLY $499.99 (MSRP)
WAYNE, N.J., April 11 /PRNewswire/ -- Toshiba America Consumer
Products, L.L.C. ("Toshiba") announced today that its newest HD DVD player,
the HD-A20, is now shipping to U.S. retailers. Priced at $499.99 (MSRP),
the HD-A20 adds to Toshiba's second generation of HD DVD players and makes
1080p resolution available at an attractive price point.
The Player: With 1080p output capability, Toshiba's HD-A20 joins the
existing Toshiba HD DVD line-up which includes the entry level HD-A2 and
the top of the line, HD-XA2. This expanded line of products offers enhanced
functionalities of the HD DVD format and is proof of Toshiba's commitment
to the smooth transition to the next stage in high definition
entertainment. Through an HDMI(TM) interface, DVD content can be
upconverted to near HD picture quality. The HD-A2, HD-A20 and HD-XA2 are
all backward compatible, so users can continue to enjoy their libraries of
current DVD and CD software.
Interactivity: All of Toshiba's HD DVD players feature interactive
capabilities and an Ethernet port to support networking, to provide users
with the potential to download great content like streaming audio
commentary, new audio languages and new HD trailers when a network-enabled
HD DVD disc is played.
HD DVD Titles: Movie lovers take note - to complement growing HD DVD
player sales, more than 70 new HD DVD titles are scheduled to be released
between now and July 2007. With more than 900,000 HD DVD discs sold to
date, according to published Nielsen data, the momentum for HD DVD
continues to grow. Not stopping there, Toshiba wants to show consumer
appreciation through its recently announced software promotion. Running
through July 31, 2007, consumers who purchase any Toshiba HD DVD player can
now get five HD DVD titles for free, from a selection of 15, via a mail-in
offer. Full offer details are available at http://www.toshibahddvd.com.
Important Notes
HD DVD with high-definition content required for HD viewing. Viewing
high- definition content and upconverting DVD content may require an HDCP
capable DVI or HDMI input on your display device. Firmware update may be
required for some interactive features depending on content, which may also
require an always-on broadband internet connection. Some features may
require additional bandwidth. Dolby(R) Digital Plus, Dolby(R) TrueHD and
DTS(R) support for up to 5.1 channels (DTS(R) HD support for DTS(R) core
only). Some current DVDs and CDs may not be compatible. HDMI audio support
for PCM only. Because HD DVD is a new format that makes use of new
technologies, certain disc, digital connection and other compatibility
and/or performance issues are possible. This may, in rare cases, include
disc freezing while accessing certain disc features or functions, or
certain parts of the disc not playing back or operating as fully intended.
If you experience such issues, please refer to the FAQ sections of
http://www.toshibahddvd.com or http://www.tacp.toshiba.com for information on possible
work-around solutions or the availability of firmware updates that may
resolve your problem, or contact Toshiba Customer Solutions. Some features
subject to delayed availability. 1080p capable display required for 1080p
output resolution. While Toshiba has made every effort at the time of
publication to ensure the accuracy of the information provided herein,
product specifications, configurations, and system/component/options
availability are all subject to change without notice.
About Toshiba America Consumer Products, L.L.C.
Toshiba America Consumer Products, L.L.C. is owned by Toshiba America,
Inc., a subsidiary of Toshiba Corporation, a world leader in high
technology products with subsidiaries worldwide. Toshiba is a pioneer in HD
DVD, DVD and DVD Recorder technology and a leading manufacturer of a full
line of home entertainment products, including flat panel TV, rear
projection and direct view televisions, combination products and portable
devices. Toshiba America Consumer Products, L.L.C. is headquartered in
Wayne, New Jersey. For additional information, please visit
http://www.tacp.toshiba.com.
Toshiba respects the rights of others. Our products are only intended
for lawful recording, storage and playback of authorized content and any
other lawful use.
Dolby is a registered trademark of Dolby Laboratories.
"DTS" is a registered trademark of DTS, Inc.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are
trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC.
HD DVD and DVD are trademarks of DVD Format/Logo Licensing Corporation.
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