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SD-H400 combination product features Toshiba progressive scan DVD technology with TiVo Basic service included

Long a pioneer in DVD technology and products, Toshiba has been a driving force in consumer adoption of the DVD format and continues to demonstrate its commitment to push the DVD envelope by offering new configurations of the technology.

With the SD-H400, Toshiba once again has broadened its already extensive line of DVD players and continued its mission in offering new dimensions of digital entertainment products. In addition, as a TiVo Series2 product, the Toshiba SD-H400 will be able to receive the very latest technologies and services from TiVo.

"This strategic partnership is designed to capitalize on the continuing growth of digital video recorders (DVR) and the widespread adoption of the DVD format," said Yoshi Uchiyama, Vice President, Toshiba Digital A/V Group. "The Digital Media Server is the first product to combine DVD Video and Audio CD capability with the TiVo DVR technology and the ability to stream MP3 files and JPEG photos via a home network."

Feature Rich

As a DVD player, the Toshiba SD-H400 offers superlative DVD-video performance. Equipped with a 10bit/54mHz Video D/A converter, the SD-H400 offers maximum color purity, detail and resolution. When connected to a television via the ColorStream Pro Component Video Outputs, consumers can enjoy Toshiba's Digital Cinema Progressive technology when viewing either DVD or TiVo DVR playback. The SD-H400 can also playback DVD-R and RW, Video CD, CD, CD-R and RW as well as MP3s.

The SD-H400 is an 80GB TiVo Series2 DVR that includes the TiVo Basic service. Consumers can now enjoy limited TiVo DVR features right out of the box with no subscription fees. TiVo Basic service offers the ability to control live TV including pause, fast forward, rewind and slow motion playback of live television; 3 days of electronic program guide; and manual recording capability by time and channel. As the first device to offer the new TiVo Basic service, the SD-H400 gives consumers the option of entry-level TiVo service.

Because the SD-H400 is built on the TiVo Series2 technology platform, consumers will have the ability to upgrade the SD-H400 to the full TiVo service currently enjoyed by TiVo subscribers (visit www.TiVo.com for subscription information) where they can access a full menu of features such as Season Pass(TM) - the ability to record every episode of a program no matter when it airs, automatically; WishList(TM) which finds and records programs that feature your favorite actor, director or genre; Search by Title which allows subscribers to find any show when all you know if the title of the program;14 days of program guide data and a broad feature set of recording options and easy-to-use interface that give the viewer control of their TV viewing schedule.

Home Networking Possibilities

In addition to its full-featured DVD and upgradeable TiVo DVR capabilities, the Toshiba SD-H400 is capable of incorporating the new TiVo Home Media Option premium feature package that provides the best in networked home entertainment. In this configuration, consumers can take full advantage of the Toshiba SD-H400's Digital Media Server capabilities. Available from TiVo as an upgrade via phone or broadband connection, the Home Media Option adds Home Networking capability to the home entertainment experience. Via the SD-H400's USB port, consumers can connect to their wired or wireless home network and PC. The Home Media Option adds the following features to the SD-H400:

Digital Music, streaming of MP3 files from a PC for Mac for playback through the TV or home entertainment system Digital Photos, viewing of digital photos through the TV Remote Scheduling, which allows consumers to schedule recordings to their TiVo DVR from anywhere they can access the Internet. In addition, the Home Media Option also allows connection to another TiVo Series2 DVR within the home enabling shared programs between the two units.

For example, consumers can view a program on the TiVo DVR in the bedroom that was recorded in the family room and vice versa.

The SD-H400 Digital Media Server delivers on Toshiba's promise to offer consumers the ability to "test drive" the convenience of DVR service, the ability to upgrade, while providing superior DVD performance all in one simple to use combination device. Starting with the Toshiba SD-H400, the TiVo Basic Service will only be available on licensee combination products only.

The Toshiba SD-H400 including the bundled TiVo Basic Service will be available in August for $549.00 MSRP.

About TiVo

Founded in 1997 with the mission to dramatically improve consumers' television viewing experiences, TiVo is the creator and leader in television services for digital video recorders (DVR). TiVo's leadership has defined and inspired the entire category, earning the company patents for pioneering inventions associated with DVR software and hardware design. TiVo was the first to deliver on the promise of consumer choice and control over TV viewing, building a loyal and passionate subscriber base with over 97% of customers surveyed recommending TiVo to a friend. This enthusiasm has contributed to overwhelming growth over the past year, and the total subscriber base exceeds 624,000. TiVo is headquartered in San Jose, CA. Additional information can be found at www.tivo.com.

The TiVo Desktop application is necessary to use the music and photos feature of Home Media Option. It can be downloaded from the TiVo Web site www.tivo.com once a subscriber has completed the TiVo activation process and purchased Home Media Option.

About Toshiba America Consumer Products, Inc.

Toshiba America Consumer Products, Inc. is an independent operating company, owned by Toshiba America, Inc., a subsidiary of Toshiba Corporation, a world leader in high technology products with subsidiaries worldwide. Toshiba America Consumer Products is a pioneer in DVD technology and a leading manufacturer of a full line of home entertainment products, including televisions, home theater projectors, combination products and portable devices. Toshiba America Consumer Products is headquartered in Wayne, New Jersey with production facilities in Lebanon, Tennessee. For additional information please visit www.toshiba.com/tacp.

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