Toshiba extends innovative value added program through September 30th

    WAYNE, N.J., July 18 /PRNewswire/ -- Toshiba America Consumer Products,
 L.L.C. ("Toshiba") announced it has extended its highly successful 5 free
 HD DVD disc promotion, "The Perfect Offer," until September 30, 2007. "The
 Perfect Offer," a strategic promotion started last year by Toshiba to
 encourage purchase of Toshiba HD DVD players, has been met with
 overwhelming demand and consumer response and has contributed to strong
 sales of Toshiba HD DVD players.
     As a result, with the purchase of any Toshiba HD DVD player, consumers
 will continue to be able to select five HD DVD titles for free, from a
 selection of 15, via a mail-in offer. Full offer details are available at
 www.toshibahddvd.com.
     HD DVD - Now is the Time
     Consumers have spoken -- price matters. Toshiba recently announced that
 it is lowering prices on HD DVD players to a level that took standard DVD
 players three years to reach. With HD DVD, consumers can get high
 definition 1080p resolution at the best value in the market today.
 Toshiba's 1080p HD- A20 is only $399 (MSRP), and for the best value in high
 definition, Toshiba's 1080i HD-A2 is only $299 (MSRP). The combination of
 an HD-A2 or HD-A20 HD DVD player and up to $150 worth of free movies is a
 value that is unmatched by any other competitor.
     The extension of "The Perfect Offer" comes at a great time for
 consumers as studio partners have recently announced HD DVD movie titles
 that include web-enabled network capabilities. Purchasers of Toshiba HD DVD
 players can enjoy the most extensive interactive features in the market
 today via this technology. Whether an individual is planning to purchase HD
 DVD or already has, every Toshiba HD DVD player will be able to provide
 web-enabled interactive features through a firmware update.
     Toshiba's latest firmware update supports improved network connectivity
 for downloading web-enabled network content and is another example of the
 company's commitment toward achieving the ultimate home entertainment
 experience. No other high definition home entertainment format currently
 matches the features offered by Toshiba and the HD DVD format.
     Using the Ethernet ports found on all Toshiba HD DVD players, and the
 currently available firmware update, once connected to the network, users
 can access bonus features. For example users can access new trailers,
 online polls, clips and more, as available, from a movie studio's server.
     About Toshiba HD DVD players
     Toshiba's line-up of HD DVD players delivers stunning image quality,
 astounding audio capabilities and superb interactive capabilities. To meet
 the latest advancements in audio/video interfaces, Toshiba's models connect
 to HDTV sets via the High Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI(TM)).
 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, 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.
     Important Notes:
     HD DVD with high-definition content required for HD viewing. DVD with
 standard definition content will upconvert to near HD quality. Viewing
 high- definition content and up-converting DVD content may require an HDCP
 capable DVI or HDMI input on your display device. 1080p capable display
 required for viewing content in 1080p. 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. To take advantage of the web-enabled network content,
 downloading and installing the latest firmware update (ver.2.3 for HD DVD
 player models HD-XA1, HD-A1, and HD-D1; and ver.2.0 for HD DVD player
 models HD-XA2, HD-A2, HD-A2W, HD-D2, HD- A2C, and HD-A20) is required.
 Web-enabled features will require an always on broadband connection along
 with specific movie titles that include this form of content. MP3/WMA audio
 files not supported. 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 www.toshibahddvd.com or 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. While Toshiba has
 made every effort at the time of publication to ensure the accuracy of the
 information provided herein, product specifications, configurations,
 system/component/options availability are all subject to change without
 notice. For additional information on Toshiba HD DVD players, please visit
 http://www.tacp.toshiba.com/hddvd/
     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, combination
 products and portable devices. Toshiba America Consumer Products, L.L.C. is
 headquartered in Wayne, New Jersey. For additional information, please
 visit www.tacp.toshiba.com.
 
 

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