Toshiba HD-A2 $98.87 at Wal-Mart this FRIDAY ONLY - Page 3

plissken99 · 11-02-2007, 06:53 PM

Yeah my A2 has 1.3 firmware, and "can't find out server".

So what settings does it need to be on to get online and download?

Ruined · 11-02-2007, 06:54 PM

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Originally Posted by plissken99

Yeah my A2 has 1.3 firmware, and "can't find out server".

So what settings does it need to be on to get online and download?

HD DVD Firmware FAQ

sub780lime · 11-02-2007, 06:55 PM

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Originally Posted by plissken99

Yeah my A2 has 1.3 firmware, and "can't find out server".

So what settings does it need to be on to get online and download?

you can burn the firmware to a cd for install can't you? I thought you could do that.

plissken99 · 11-02-2007, 07:01 PM

Internet settings don't work, gonna try burning update to a disc. I can feel the hate eminating from that player.

The Mobius · 11-02-2007, 07:27 PM

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Originally Posted by plissken99

Menu navigation is no faster unfortunatly.

The firmware update helps this a little.

Mr. Furious · 11-02-2007, 07:31 PM

*sigh* I won't get my player for another few days.

Iguana Man · 11-02-2007, 08:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr. Furious

*sigh* I won't get my player for another few days.

Quit pouting and find something else to do to 'unleash' yourself!

hehehe

Mr. Furious · 11-02-2007, 09:15 PM

My wife is already pregnant. She pops in a few weeks.

I'm just going to play a bit of bf2 or something.

sub780lime · 11-02-2007, 09:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr. Furious

My wife is already pregnant. She pops in a few weeks.

I'm just going to play a bit of bf2 or something.

um...don't you people work?

Buffalo Bill · 11-02-2007, 09:36 PM

My first post ever in the hd section. I have a Samsung HLP 5063w dlp tv. Planned on sitting out the hi def wars until one winner was declared. This would probably be just as an upconverter (except for the 5 free dvds). Is it worth it for me to pick one of these up? Just called my WM and they still have plenty in stock. Also, will I need any special cables to connect? Any advice appreciated.

Sehnzeleid · 11-02-2007, 09:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Buffalo Bill

My first post ever in the hd section. I have a Samsung HLP 5063w dlp tv. Planned on sitting out the hi def wars until one winner was declared. This would probably be just as an upconverter (except for the 5 free dvds). Is it worth it for me to pick one of these up? Just called my WM and they still have plenty in stock. Also, will I need any special cables to connect? Any advice appreciated.

I would say yes, though HD DVDs look good enough to make me rarely watch DVDs anymore on my HLP-5085W. It's a good upscaler...but HD DVDs are worth grabbing.

ganthc · 11-02-2007, 09:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Buffalo Bill

My first post ever in the hd section. I have a Samsung HLP 5063w dlp tv. Planned on sitting out the hi def wars until one winner was declared. This would probably be just as an upconverter (except for the 5 free dvds). Is it worth it for me to pick one of these up? Just called my WM and they still have plenty in stock. Also, will I need any special cables to connect? Any advice appreciated.

If your TV or receiver has an hdmi connection, that's all you'll need. Otherwise it's going to be component and toslink.

Iguana Man · 11-02-2007, 09:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Buffalo Bill

This would probably be just as an upconverter (except for the 5 free dvds). Is it worth it for me to pick one of these up?

I would BB. It's too cheap to pass up NOW. Component or DVI or HDMI will work depending on your TV's input. (I'm kinda buzzed but I think I got that last part correct).

sub780lime · 11-02-2007, 10:13 PM

Worth the investment even without HDMI. Enjoy some good HD quality movies. Where are you that your Walmart still has them in stock at 2pm PST?

Buffalo Bill · 11-02-2007, 10:21 PM

Port Charlotte, Florida. I've got a meeting I've got to go to in a half hour so hopefully they'll still be there at around 9pm tonight. Thanks to all for the advice.

BoSoxMole · 11-03-2007, 12:12 AM

CC told me I couldn't use a print ad, I needed the ACTUAL ad itself.

BoSoxMole · 11-03-2007, 12:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Ruined

The HD-A3 is $200, not $300, at Best Buy - check the link its on sale. And this one you can actually lock in as its in stock. The CC deal is great, too, of course - but if you want to pick a player up today in person you could go the BB HD-A3 route.

And I was just there. It was $300.

Buffalo Bill · 11-03-2007, 02:21 AM

Just got home. Got one (floor model but it was just put out last yesterday & I got the box & all packing). I just printed out the coupon for the 5 free movies. Now I'll see how it works when I get my nephew to hook it up for me this weekend. I got hdmi cables too (figured why not get the best for $35 more). Total was $143.

Buffalo Bill · 11-04-2007, 01:16 AM

Nephew hooked it up & I'm watching Transformers sd dvd upconverted. WOW! It's gorgeous. Great deal. Very happy with my purchase.

Sehnzeleid · 11-04-2007, 01:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Buffalo Bill

Nephew hooked it up & I'm watching Transformers sd dvd upconverted. WOW!

Now get the HD DVD and have that "WOW!" turn into "WOW!"

Sehnzeleid · 11-04-2007, 01:53 AM

Also Fry's Electronics seem to be dropping $98 HD-A3 (w/ 300 and Bourne Identity in the box) like bombs, so check them out if you live near one.

Ruined · 11-04-2007, 04:13 PM

edit: nevermind

plissken99 · 11-04-2007, 06:40 PM

I've watched 3 movies on the A2 since the 2.5 update, and thus far, no skips or screw ups! For $100, a very good upgrade.

pizza · 11-05-2007, 02:28 AM

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Originally Posted by plissken99

I've watched 3 movies on the A2 since the 2.5 update, and thus far, no skips or screw ups! For $100, a very good upgrade.

I'm also very pleased with the player. No glitches of any kind and a beautiful picture. Best $100 I've spent in quite a while.

Mr. Furious · 11-06-2007, 01:57 PM

I just got my A2 hooked up. I watched Transformers in HD DVD. It was farking amazing. Even standard DVDs look great. I've tried a lot of DVD players and this thing easily trumps some $500 players I've used. It's got great image quality and updating it was a piece of cake.

After seeing HD DVD in my own home on my TV, I'm sorry I waited so long. It's absolutely stunning.

Dogg · 11-06-2007, 07:25 PM

I hate all of you

Glad you guys were able to take advantage of the sale...I tried, but no luck.

Ruined · 11-06-2007, 07:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Dogg

I hate all of you

Glad you guys were able to take advantage of the sale...I tried, but no luck.

HD-A3 + 8 free HD DVDs for $199 from BestBuy isn't exactly a shabby deal, and you can still get that now... or you could wait for Sears $169 Black Friday.

Walmart.com also has the HD-A2 back in stock, so I'm betting their next "Secret Sale" we'll see another $99 HD-A2 run.

Dogg · 11-06-2007, 07:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Ruined

HD-A3 + 8 free HD DVDs for $199 from BestBuy isn't exactly a shabby deal, and you can still get that now... or you could wait for Sears $169 Black Friday.

Walmart.com also has the HD-A2 back in stock, so I'm betting their next "Secret Sale" we'll see another $99 HD-A2 run.

I've seen that price referenced twice today, and I would go for it. But there website lists the price as $299.

Have you guys seen this: http://www.engadgethd.com/2007/11/02...-hd-a3-for-87/

11-02-2007, 06:53 PM	#81 (permalink)
plissken99 Actor Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Dallas, Ft Worth	Yeah my A2 has 1.3 firmware, and "can't find out server". So what settings does it need to be on to get online and download? __________________ “The more things change, the more they stay the same.” Snake Plissken Plissken's DVD, HD-DVD and Blu Ray collection And Plissken's home theater

11-02-2007, 07:01 PM	#84 (permalink)
plissken99 Actor Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Dallas, Ft Worth	Internet settings don't work, gonna try burning update to a disc. I can feel the hate eminating from that player. __________________ “The more things change, the more they stay the same.” Snake Plissken Plissken's DVD, HD-DVD and Blu Ray collection And Plissken's home theater

11-02-2007, 07:31 PM	#86 (permalink)
Mr. Furious Ticking Time Bomb of Fury -- Now with Boundless Rage! Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Eden Prairie, MN USA	sigh I won't get my player for another few days. __________________ Mr. Furious!!! "Don't mess with the Volcano my man... cause I will go Pompeii on your butt!" "Right now, I'm kinda like a powder keg, and you're the match..."

11-02-2007, 09:15 PM	#88 (permalink)
Mr. Furious Ticking Time Bomb of Fury -- Now with Boundless Rage! Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Eden Prairie, MN USA	My wife is already pregnant. She pops in a few weeks. I'm just going to play a bit of bf2 or something. __________________ Mr. Furious!!! "Don't mess with the Volcano my man... cause I will go Pompeii on your butt!" "Right now, I'm kinda like a powder keg, and you're the match..."

11-02-2007, 09:36 PM	#90 (permalink)
Buffalo Bill Hapless Actor Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Walden Puddle.	My first post ever in the hd section. I have a Samsung HLP 5063w dlp tv. Planned on sitting out the hi def wars until one winner was declared. This would probably be just as an upconverter (except for the 5 free dvds). Is it worth it for me to pick one of these up? Just called my WM and they still have plenty in stock. Also, will I need any special cables to connect? Any advice appreciated. __________________ "Brick Tamland is married with 11 children and is one of the top political advisors to the Bush White House." (now everything makes sense) Spring 2009 Fahrenheit 9/11 part deux debuts!!!

11-02-2007, 10:13 PM	#94 (permalink)
sub780lime Can't Spell Bilbo Join Date: May 2002 Location: A Galaxy Far Far Away	Worth the investment even without HDMI. Enjoy some good HD quality movies. Where are you that your Walmart still has them in stock at 2pm PST? __________________ love comes and goes, but an avatar . . . that's forever. - Pirate

11-02-2007, 10:21 PM	#95 (permalink)
Buffalo Bill Hapless Actor Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Walden Puddle.	Port Charlotte, Florida. I've got a meeting I've got to go to in a half hour so hopefully they'll still be there at around 9pm tonight. Thanks to all for the advice. __________________ "Brick Tamland is married with 11 children and is one of the top political advisors to the Bush White House." (now everything makes sense) Spring 2009 Fahrenheit 9/11 part deux debuts!!!

11-03-2007, 12:12 AM	#96 (permalink)
BoSoxMole Actor Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Lindenhurst, NY	CC told me I couldn't use a print ad, I needed the ACTUAL ad itself. __________________ The SmartMarks.com

11-03-2007, 02:21 AM	#98 (permalink)
Buffalo Bill Hapless Actor Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Walden Puddle.	Just got home. Got one (floor model but it was just put out last yesterday & I got the box & all packing). I just printed out the coupon for the 5 free movies. Now I'll see how it works when I get my nephew to hook it up for me this weekend. I got hdmi cables too (figured why not get the best for $35 more). Total was $143. __________________ "Brick Tamland is married with 11 children and is one of the top political advisors to the Bush White House." (now everything makes sense) Spring 2009 Fahrenheit 9/11 part deux debuts!!!

11-04-2007, 01:16 AM	#99 (permalink)
Buffalo Bill Hapless Actor Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Walden Puddle.	Nephew hooked it up & I'm watching Transformers sd dvd upconverted. WOW! It's gorgeous. Great deal. Very happy with my purchase. __________________ "Brick Tamland is married with 11 children and is one of the top political advisors to the Bush White House." (now everything makes sense) Spring 2009 Fahrenheit 9/11 part deux debuts!!!

11-04-2007, 01:53 AM	#101 (permalink)
Sehnzeleid Actor Join Date: Jul 2006	Also Fry's Electronics seem to be dropping $98 HD-A3 (w/ 300 and Bourne Identity in the box) like bombs, so check them out if you live near one.

11-04-2007, 04:13 PM	#102 (permalink)
Ruined It's Good to Play Together Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: NJ, USA	edit: nevermind __________________ For every shadow, no matter how deep, is threatened by morning light.

11-04-2007, 06:40 PM	#103 (permalink)
plissken99 Actor Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Dallas, Ft Worth	I've watched 3 movies on the A2 since the 2.5 update, and thus far, no skips or screw ups! For $100, a very good upgrade. __________________ “The more things change, the more they stay the same.” Snake Plissken Plissken's DVD, HD-DVD and Blu Ray collection And Plissken's home theater

11-06-2007, 01:57 PM	#105 (permalink)
Mr. Furious Ticking Time Bomb of Fury -- Now with Boundless Rage! Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Eden Prairie, MN USA	I just got my A2 hooked up. I watched Transformers in HD DVD. It was farking amazing. Even standard DVDs look great. I've tried a lot of DVD players and this thing easily trumps some $500 players I've used. It's got great image quality and updating it was a piece of cake. After seeing HD DVD in my own home on my TV, I'm sorry I waited so long. It's absolutely stunning. __________________ Mr. Furious!!! "Don't mess with the Volcano my man... cause I will go Pompeii on your butt!" "Right now, I'm kinda like a powder keg, and you're the match..."

11-06-2007, 07:25 PM	#106 (permalink)
Dogg Actor Join Date: Mar 2006	I hate all of you Glad you guys were able to take advantage of the sale...I tried, but no luck. __________________ I can't, Billy... you already cut me too deep. I think I'm dying here, man! My collection