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4.5 stars
"7 - Free-HD-DVD's--Great Value!!"
Pros: Easy Set-up
Cons: Updating firmware can be a challenge
Summary: The A3 was a snap to set-up and it played the HD-Dvd's without a hitch!I have a Panasonic Plasma Flat screen and a Harmon Kardon receiver the HDMI Image quality and Digital Audio is fantastic!!! 5 standard speakers 1 sub-woofer and 1 super-base--the HK receiver I have has 2 outlets for bass- so i use both. What makes the A3 a steal is the fact that you get 2 Free HD-Dvd in the box ( The 300 and the Bourne Identity )thats a good start but you can download a coupon for 5 More FREE HD-Dvd's
plus the Circuit City where i bought this product was also offering buy 1 get 1 free on their HD-DVD's!!That makes 9 Hd-DvD's for $24.99-WOW--You don't have to be a CNet Geek to know this is a great Deal. If there is a challenge its with the Firmware update
the A3 played great right out of the box but i wanted to update and this is a very precise procedure--I don't think you need this update. "If it plays right don't update".Updated
After using this HD-DVD player for wk here is some additinal information.
#1 You MUST HAVE a consistent power output to the player 120volts which is standard in the US-If you have power fluxuations at your home it will affect the playback of the player.That means if you have dishwasher, Microwave Oven, AC/Heating and Washer/Dryer going all at the same time you may not have a consistant 120volts going to the player and the TV--Plus its common that power companies ration power at high usage times nowdays.
#2 MAKE SURE your HD-DVD is FREE from dust and smudges on its surface--Hit the disk with some windex and wipe off the dust and smudges-make sure the disk is DRY! tilt the disk sideways to see that its clean--this will stop any crashes that may occur.
#3 If You make Homemade DVD you MUST record in the ISO format-Most of the new DVD burners have info on the ISO file extension.
The HD-DVD requires this format to play your Homemade DVD properly!!Updated
After using this HD-DVD player for wk here is some additinal information.
#1 You MUST HAVE a consistent power output to the player 120volts which is standard in the US-If you have power fluxuations at your home it will affect the playback of the player.That means if you have dishwasher, Microwave Oven, AC/Heating and Washer/Dryer going all at the same time you may not have a consistant 120volts going to the player and the TV--Plus its common that power companies ration power at high usage times nowdays.
#2 MAKE SURE your HD-DVD is FREE from dust and smudges on its surface--Hit the disk with some windex and wipe off the dust and smudges-make sure the disk is DRY! tilt the disk sideways to see that its clean--this will stop any crashes that may occur.
#3 If You make Homemade DVD you MUST record in the ISO format-Most of the new DVD burners have info on the ISO file extension.
The HD-DVD requires this format to play your Homemade DVD properly!!
Where to buy
Toshiba HD-A3:
$399.99
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