Toshiba HD-A20

At CES, Toshiba is introducing the new HD-A20, which is expected to retail at $599.99. With the 1080p capabilities of the HD-A20, Toshiba has taken high definition to the next level at an attractive price point. The HD-A20 joins the existing Toshiba HD DVD line-up which includes the entry level HD-A2 and the top of the line model, 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

“According to NPD Group data, the sales of HDTVs grew 52 percent between January and September of 2006. With the continued growth over this most recent holiday selling period and throughout 2007, we anticipate the demand for HD DVD to complement the demand and adoption of HDTVs,” continued Sally. “There is no other high definition format in the market that can meet this demand with the same breadth of line and availability of players as Toshiba.”

HD DVD - The Players

To meet the latest advancements in Audio/Video interfaces, Toshiba’s models connect to HDTV sets via High Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI(TM)) - the multi- industry-supported, all digital A/V connection capable of providing the transmission of uncompressed digital video and multi-channel audio on a single cable.

To match the resolution of your display, Toshiba’s HD DVD players output HD DVD content through the HDMI interface in 720p or 1080i for the HD-A2, and 720p, 1080i or 1080p for the HD-A20 and the HD-XA2. Through the HDMI interface, standard definition DVDs can also be upconverted to match the resolution of HD displays. 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.

Both the HD-A20 and the high end HD-XA2 HD DVD player are designed to output 1920 x 1080p, the highest HD signal currently available, via HDMI. As the premium HD DVD player, the HD-XA2 also incorporates support for Deep Color output through HDMI, and a 297MHz / 12 bit Video DAC with high-quality, 4x oversampling for increased bandwidth for true playback of an HD picture to a video source. Additionally, it comes with a picture setting function allowing customers to optimize picture quality with user adjustable settings for color, contrast, brightness, edge enhancement and block noise, among others.

All of Toshiba’s HD DVD players support a variety of HD audio options to complement its HD video offerings. This includes both lossy and lossless formats from Dolby Labs and DTS(R) including the Dolby(R) Digital Plus and Dolby TrueHD.

With black high gloss finishes and slim chassis designs, the new HD DVD player line has a refined, sleek appearance that complements Toshiba’s extensive TV line-up.

Expected Pricing and Expected Availability: HD-A2 ($499.99, Available Now) HD-A20 ($599.99, Spring 2007) HD-XA2 ($999.99, Available Now) HD DVD - The format for a smooth transition

HD DVD is a seamless transition from DVD enhancing the home theater experience, particularly with the combination discs that contain both HD DVD and DVD content on the same disc. Taking advantage of the combination discs, consumers can enjoy the HD DVD quality with their HDTV and have the flexibility to view the standard definition version on existing DVD players and even portables. Additionally all Toshiba HD DVD players offer network connectivity and interactivity to reach a new high definition experience. Only HD DVD made it a mandatory part of the standard to support networking, persistent storage and secondary video decoders. Networking and persistent storage have the capability to let consumers download and store new content on their HD DVD players. With combination discs, network connectivity and additional storage, HD DVD is easing the transition from SD to HD providing consumers with the ultimate home entertainment experience.

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