Canadians: Venturer HD-DVD Player (same as A3) $69.97 at Walmart
03-03-08, 03:49 PM
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Canadians: Venturer HD-DVD Player (same as A3) $69.97 at Walmart
Get them while they're in stock!
They may still be shelf stickered at $199, but should scan at $69.97.
Comes with 2 free movies in the box, and IS an HD-A3 (takes the Toshiba Firmware).
They may still be shelf stickered at $199, but should scan at $69.97.
Comes with 2 free movies in the box, and IS an HD-A3 (takes the Toshiba Firmware).
03-03-08, 03:57 PM
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Just picked one up. Saw it posted at another forum that you frequent 
The two movies are Perfect Storm and Firewall, and since I have no interest in either, I'll be looking to sell or trade.
As I posted on the other forum, is it worth it upgrading the firmware? What does it do, and are there any risks associated with it?
I am just unpacking mine now, so any advice as to setup or anything else with regards to video or audio?
The two movies are Perfect Storm and Firewall, and since I have no interest in either, I'll be looking to sell or trade.As I posted on the other forum, is it worth it upgrading the firmware? What does it do, and are there any risks associated with it?
I am just unpacking mine now, so any advice as to setup or anything else with regards to video or audio?
03-03-08, 03:59 PM
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Originally Posted by movieking
Just picked one up. Saw it posted at another forum that you frequent The two movies are Perfect Storm and Firewall, and since I have no interest in either, I'll be looking to sell or trade.
As I posted on the other forum, is it worth it upgrading the firmware? What does it do, and are there any risks associated with it?
I am just unpacking mine now, so any advice as to setup or anything else with regards to video or audio?
The two movies are Perfect Storm and Firewall, and since I have no interest in either, I'll be looking to sell or trade.As I posted on the other forum, is it worth it upgrading the firmware? What does it do, and are there any risks associated with it?
I am just unpacking mine now, so any advice as to setup or anything else with regards to video or audio?
Lol. I just replied to that question at the other site.
Yes, it's worth it to update the firmware. It improves compatibility with all the latest releases.
03-03-08, 06:42 PM
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Originally Posted by movieking
Funny, just got the response there.
So any hints on setup?
So any hints on setup?
03-07-08, 03:22 PM
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Originally Posted by Yavin
How's the build quality on the Venturer? Are they actually made in the same factories as the A3? Or are they el cheapo in durability also?
Aside from the faceplate, it IS an A3. Build quality, components, everything.
03-07-08, 03:25 PM
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Originally Posted by Damed
Aside from the faceplate, it IS an A3. Build quality, components, everything.
03-07-08, 03:35 PM
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Originally Posted by Yavin
Hmm, interesting. Thanks for the info. I might have to bite and pick one up as a backup.
I think the chances of Toshiba making dual players is nil. It's over, and they've accepted as much. It will likely be some time before they do make a Bluray player.
03-08-08, 11:08 AM
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Originally Posted by Yavin
Hmm, interesting. Thanks for the info. I might have to bite and pick one up as a backup. I wonder if Toshiba will make dual BD/HD players in the future? I know they said they'd stop manufacturing HD DVD players, but does anyone think dual format players from them might still be a possibility?
Toshiba said they will not be making any BD players!
03-08-08, 11:20 AM
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Originally Posted by livingdeadking
Toshiba said they will not be making any BD players!
