Product Description
Although many DVD discs on the market offer widescreen display, they are not necessarily high-definition. If you want to get optimal video results from DVD on your HDTV set, HD-DVD is the format that's set to deliver resolutions up to 1080p for top visuals. High Definition video requires a tremendous amount of space on a disc, thus a new Blue laser (versus a Red Laser for DVD) is utilized for HD DVD. The blue laser, with its shorter wave length, allows for information to be stored more densely on the disc, thus improving storage capacity by about over 3 times compared to that of a red laser technology. Additionally, more accurate and efficient video compression like MPEG-4 AVC and VC-1. (based on Microsoft Windows Media) compress information to achieve file sizes that are less than half of those of the current standard DVD's MPEG2. Enjoy backwards compatibility and play your collection of standard DVDs on the player. In addition, via the HDMI interface, the HD-XA2 scales the standard definition DVD output to a resolution of 720p, 1080i or 1080p to match your HDTV's performance. Not only does this output the video in HD standard resolution, but because the conversion takes place in the player, the signal remains free from excessive digital-to-analog conversion artifacts. The HD-XA2 has built-in processors to handle the multi-channel decoders for Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS and DTS HD (core only). Move up to High Definition play with HD-DVD and upgrade your home for true home-theater enjoyment. Includes backlit remote control Unit Dimensions 17.2? x 13.58? x 2.91? - Home-theater component stackable Many movies are now available in HD-DVD format
Customer Reviews:
The BEST HD player on the market.......2007-12-25
Top quality worksmanship for the build of this player. Works flawless with firware updrage 2.7. Bitstreams the newest HD audio codecs direct to your new 1.3 hdmi receivers. SOunds great, looks fantastic.
Excellent reference quality HD-DVD player. A must own for every movie enthusiast with an HDTV.
Toshiba HD-XA2 .......2007-12-24
I don't use all the bells and whistles. I just watch movies. You will need the updated software. Video is awesome. It's what HDTV should be. The audio out setting is not right without the software. The audio played 6 channel PCM till I upgraded the software.
Best H.D........2007-12-24
This is an awsome H.D. player,In my opinion its has far better picture quality than the Blue Ray type players.I like being able to update my player when new updates are available.I have a Sharp 1080p lcd t.v. and with this player even my old d.v.d.s look great!
Toshiba HD-XA2 a Wonderful HD player!!.......2007-12-18
I bought this player to augment my Sony Bluray player and become format neutral in the high definition DVD game.
I originally intended to look at the A30 series, but after reading other reviews, and finding that I could update the firmware, I opted for the XA2. I find it quiet and very fast to load compared to the Sony S301 Bluray. I now use the XA2 for all CD and SD-DVD playback (it does upconvert!!), as well as HD-DVD viewing. (All connections are through HDMI to my Mitsubishi 65" DLP via a Pioneer Elite audio-video receiver.)
From the short time that I have had it, the XA2 has performed flawlessly.
Quite impresive.......2007-12-14
I must admit, I was skeptical of this player's dvd upconversion. I read a guys review about the HD-A35 being a better player and almost bought that one until I read some disturbing things about the frame rate. That being said, a lot people won't notice the the issue and it is still a solid player. Still, I'm quite the videophile and demand only the best.
Let me tell you something...this player rocks!!! After doing a side by side comparison with my PS3 and HD-A2 there was no competition. HD-DVD's looked crisp and clear, DVD's were cleaner and more refined, and the picture options are quite helpful. For those who are skeptical about the upconversion, don't be! I have a 50 inch LED DLP and I definately could tell the difference between the three. That being said, the PS3 is a great blu-ray player, but I use it mainly for games. As dumb is this sounds, I just like the look, design, and name of Hd-dvd better. It's also good to note that the new hd-dvd players are in the top 100 list (the a3/30/35) for electronics.
I got the hd-xa2 refurbished through Amazon. It said there was a cosmetic blemish and damage on the outer box. There was a slight rip on the repackaged box but the player was fine. No blemishes or scratches. Don't be afraid to buy this player refurbished, at least through Amazon.
Product Description
Toshiba HD-A20 HD-DVD Player takes the performance and convenience of the HD-A2 to the next level. For the highest level of picture quality with today's best performing high-definition TVs, the HD-A20 adds 1080p output. That's twice the resolution of a 720p signal. Ethernet Port - With the ethernet port and persistent storage, you will have the potential to download future studio-provided additional content such as trailers, soundtracks or related merchandise. Also, your HD DVD player can be updated to support future applications and services Ports - HDMI / Ethernet Port / ColorStream Pro Component Video Output / RCA Video Outputs (1); Extension Terminal (2); 2ch. Audio Output; Digital Optical Output; S-Video Output Unit Dimensions - 16.9 x 13.58 x 2.58 (WxHxD) / 8.76 lbs
Amazon.com Product Description
Toshiba's HD-A20 is a great choice for people ready to step up to full 1080p playback in a high definition player without a huge price tag. Offering playback of HD DVD discs with outputs of 720p, 1080i , and full 1080p as well as upconversion of regular DVDs to 1080p through HDMI this is the first high defintion player available to offer a full HD experinece at a price this low. Audio output supports 5.1 channels of surround sound in Dolby Digital Plus and Dolby TrueHD formats, as well as legacy formats along with legacy formats including Dolby Digital and DTS.
Besides playback of HD DVDs and regular DVD discs, Toshiba's HD-A20 also supports playback of DVD-Rs, DVD-RWs, CDs, CD-Rs, and CD-RWs. Playback of MP3 and WMA audio files is not supported.
Connections
The HD-A20 offers a host of connections in the jack pack including:
- composite Video
- S-Video
- Component Video
- HDMI
- 2 Channel Analogue Audio output
- Digital Optical Audio Out
- Ethernet (10/100BASE)
- 2 Extension Terminals
Customer Reviews:
Outstanding but one flaw.......2007-12-24
I purchased one of these with my new 52" HDTV several months ago and am very happy with it especially given it is an early generation HD DVD player (as are all players at this stage). It does an outstanding job of upscaling standard DVDs and HD DVDs are breathtaking indeed especially with the 1080/24p output selected. I've received several CDs with firmware updates and at this stage I am not encountering any glitches. The reason it is only 4 stars is due to it's slow start up time. I'm guessing it takes about 30 seconds from the time you turn it on until it will let you open the door to put in a disc.
Solid player.......2007-12-19
Few criticisms I agree with... start up time and play times are a bit sluggish. Up-rezzing of DVDs is fantastic, almost as good as regular HD. Overall for price and 10 Free HD deal off Amazon, this is worth it. If you have an additional $75 you might want to splurge on the next model up from Toshiba, but for those like myself wanting dependable bare bones 1080p HD player... with some chotsckes thrown in... this is a good buy.
Best little HD DVD player in town........2007-11-29
Vendor claims about HD DVD players can be tricky; but this DVD player delivers and it shows in the quality of video output. I am very pleased. It is easy to set up and operate and will read the old formats as well.
Good Product, needed firmware update.......2007-11-17
Would not play commercial or homemade HD-DVDs out of the box, but did play standard DVDs and looked great on my Aquos HDTV. After plugging the box into my router, and sending it to the 'Net, it found a firmware upgrade, which took about 30 minutes to install. After that, the box works great on both types of HD-DVDs. The only pain was that I did not have a ethernet connection at the HDTV, so I had to disconnect the box and move it into my office to complete the connection. I suspect a less savvy consumer would not know to do this.
Wholely moley!.......2007-11-09
Whoa! Very (extremely) impressive. I see nothing to ding this thing on (save the well-documented start-up delay). Unbelievable picture/sound on my Samsung HLS-5087W 1080p DLP. Very pleased.
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