Toshiba To Launch World's First HD DVD Recorder
Posted: Thu Jun 22, 2006 11:01 amIf you thought Blu-ray recorders were expensive, then you probably won't be buying this 398,000 Yen (~$3,436US) monstrosity.
http://www.toshiba.co.jp/about/press/2006_06/pr2201.htm
At least it supports 1080p. I'd hate to spend all that and be stuck at 1080i like their HD DVD players.
http://www.toshiba.co.jp/about/press/2006_06/pr2201.htm
Toshiba Corporation today unveiled the future of home video entertainment in an age of digital, high definition content: the world's first digital hard disk video recorder integrating a recordable HD DVD in combination with a 1-terabyte (TB) hard disk. The new "RD-A1" can record and store up to 130 hours*3 of high-definition (HD) broadcasts on its high capacity hard disk and record up to 230 minutes of HD content to a single HD DVD disc. In addition to superb image and sound recording and playback, the new recorder also offers an extensive range of advanced functions made possible by the versatility of HD DVD, including optimized navigation and menu displays. The RD-A1 is scheduled for roll out in the Japanese market from July 14.
The RD-A1 is the first video recorder to support recording and playback of content in the HD DVD format*4, the next generation of DVD format defined and approved by the DVD Forum. The recorder combines support for recording of full HD broadcasts with high capacity recording to HD DVD-R discs: up to 115 minutes*3 of HD content to a 15-gigabyte (GB) single-layer HD DVD-R disc, and up to 230 minutes*3 to a 30GB dual-layer HD DVD-R disc, allowing viewers to make HD DVD-R libraries of their favorite TV programs, whether dramas, movies or sport. Ease of use is also enhanced by the ability to record two TV programs, one digital HD and one analog, to the hard disk, simultaneously.
In addition to HD DVD, the RD-A1 also supports playback from and recording to conventional DVD-RAM/-RW/-R discs, giving users complete access to content recorded and saved in standard DVD. It also offers simplified transfer of DVD disc content to higher capacity HD DVD discs.
Another key feature among the many supported by the RD-A1 is support for 1080p output via HDMI, allowing viewing of "full HD" progressive scan video signals*5. Up-conversion*6of standard DVD to 1080p resolution output also enhances the enjoyment of current DVD software and recorded programs. Video and audio output is further enhanced by the design of the RD-A1's chassis, which isolates the player from vibration and optimizes the performance of its high-grade parts and components.
At least it supports 1080p. I'd hate to spend all that and be stuck at 1080i like their HD DVD players.
