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Firmware Update Owner’s Manual Supplement

HD-XA1 / HD-A1 / HD-D1

Firmware Version 2.1

Thank you for your updating your HD DVD player firmware.

With the update completed, please note the following changes to your Owner’s Manual.

New setting items added to “Ethernet Setting”.

 

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OWNER’S MANUAL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Network Speed

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cookie Setting

 

 

 

 

DHCP

On

 

 

 

 

Proxy

Off

 

 

 

 

 

 

Follow the steps below to make the setting.

Mac Address

 

User Information

 

1

 

 

 

 

 

 

Press “SETUP” on the remote control.

 

NTP Server

Off

2

Select “Ethernet Setting” by

/

 

, then press “OK”.

Network Speed

56kbps Modem

 

Cookie Setting

Accept

3

Select “Network Speed” by

/

, then press “OK”.

Network Speed

4

 

 

 

 

 

Select the type of your line by

/

/

/ , then press “OK”.

28.8kbps Modem

33.6kbps Modem

5

Select “Cookie Setting” by

/

, then press “OK”.

56kbps Modem

64kbps ISDN

128kbps ISDN

256kbps DSL/Cable

6

Select “Accept” or “Not Accept” by

/

, then press “OK”.

384kbps DSL/Cable

512kbps DSL/Cable

768kbps DSL/Cable

1 Mbps Cable

 

“Accept”: Cookies are used between the player and a Web page server.

1.5Mbps T1

Over 1.0Mbps

 

Other

 

Cookie Setting

Accept

Not Accept

7Press “SETUP” to exit.

5.1 channel Dolby TrueHD output realized.

 

 

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OWNER’S MANUAL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Analog out

 

Digital out SPDIF

 

 

 

 

Disc

Audio Format

 

Bitstream

 

PCM

 

 

 

 

5.1ch/2ch

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5.1ch

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DD plus

 

5.1ch/2ch

 

Bitstream

 

2ch PCM

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5.1ch

 

 

 

True HD

48kHz

2ch/2ch

 

2ch PCM

 

2ch PCM

 

 

 

HD DVD Video

 

96kHz

2ch/2ch

 

2ch PCM*1

 

2ch PCM*1

 

 

 

 

 

192kHz

2ch/2ch

 

2ch PCM*1

 

2ch PCM*1

 

 

 

 

Standard

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

contents

dts-HD

 

5.1ch/2ch

 

Bitstream

 

2ch PCM

 

 

 

 

 

L-PCM

48kHz

Yes

 

2ch PCM

 

2ch PCM

 

up to 5.1ch PCM

 

 

 

96kHz

Yes

 

2ch PCM*1

 

2ch PCM*1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

up to 5.1ch PCM*4

 

 

 

192kHz

2ch/2ch

 

2ch PCM*1

 

2ch PCM*1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Disc

Audio Format

 

 

 

 

 

Digital out HDMI

 

 

Auto

 

 

 

Bitstream

 

PCM

Downmixed PCM

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DD plus

 

Depend on HDMI receiver

 

 

Bitstream*2

 

up to 5.1ch PCM*3

2ch PCM

 

 

True HD

48kHz

Depend on HDMI receiver

 

 

2ch PCM

 

2ch PCM

2ch PCM

 

HD DVD Video

 

96kHz

Depend on HDMI receiver

 

2ch PCM*1

 

2ch PCM*4

2ch PCM*1

 

Standard

 

192kHz

Depend on HDMI receiver

 

2ch PCM*1

 

2ch PCM*4

2ch PCM*1

 

contents

dts-HD

 

Depend on HDMI receiver

 

 

Bitstream*2

 

up to 5.1ch PCM*3

2ch PCM

 

 

L-PCM

48kHz

Depend on HDMI receiver

 

 

2ch PCM

 

Multi PCM

2ch PCM

 

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Toshiba owner manual HD-XA1 / HD-A1 / HD-D1 Firmware Version, Network Speed Cookie Setting

HD-A1, HD-D1 specifications

The Toshiba HD-A1, introduced in March 2006, was a groundbreaking player in the high-definition era, marking Toshiba's entry into the next-generation DVD market. As the first HD DVD player available to consumers, it played a pivotal role in the format war between HD DVD and Blu-ray.

One of the standout features of the HD-A1 was its ability to deliver stunning 1080p video resolution. This high-definition output brought enhanced clarity and detail to films, significantly improving the viewing experience compared to standard DVDs. The player was equipped with an HDMI 1.1 output, which allowed for high-bandwidth digital content protection, ensuring that the video and audio quality remained uncompromised during transmission to compatible high-definition displays.

In terms of audio capabilities, the HD-A1 supported advanced audio formats like Dolby Digital Plus and DTS-HD, offering home theater enthusiasts a more immersive sound experience. The player also featured a built-in HDMI upscaling, enabling it to upscale standard DVDs to near HD quality, ensuring that consumers could enjoy their existing collections in a new light.

Additionally, the Toshiba HD-A1 included a range of connectivity options. It came with component video outputs, composite video outputs, and optical and coaxial digital audio outputs, catering to a variety of home entertainment setups. The player also had a USB port, although this feature was limited at launch and primarily intended for potential future enhancements through firmware updates.

The build quality of the HD-A1 was robust, featuring an attractive design with a sleek black finish and a user-friendly interface. The front panel had a simple layout, consisting of essential buttons and a bright LCD display that made navigation straightforward.

While the HD-A1 faced stiff competition from the Blu-ray disc format, it was well-received initially, appealing to early adopters of high-definition technology. However, as the format war progressed, the eventual defeat of HD DVD in 2008 led to the HD-A1 being overshadowed by Blu-ray players. Nonetheless, the Toshiba HD-A1 remains an important piece of technology history, representing a significant step forward in home entertainment and offering a window into the evolution of video formats.