Product Description

Lift yourself to a new viewing dimension with Toshiba LCD flat panel technology, perfect for someone with a small space but big wishes. Toshiba LCD TVs offer high quality images anywhere a consumer cares to watch them. Liquid Crystal Display flat panel technology is ultra thin and mounts as easily on a wall as on a desk, bureau or kitchen counter! The ultimate in home theater.PRODUCT FEATURES: Series TheaterWide HD LCD TV; 720p (1366 x 768) True HD Display with Built-in Speakers and Tuner; 800:1 Contrast Ratio; HD Dynamic Contrast; PixelPure (Toshiba PixelPure Proprietary Digital Video Processing); CableClear DNR+; DVI-HDTV Digital Input with HDCP; SRS WOW; Virtual Dolby; StableSound; New Space Saving Design; 6-Item A/V Illuminated Remote Control with DVD & Audio Control; HD Window POP with Split Screen and 12 MultiWindows; Tri-Lingual Color Icon On-Screen Display; Off/Sleep Timer. ... Read more

Features

• Cinema Mode 3:2 pulldown corrects frame rates for distortion-free movie viewing
• Dual ColorStream HD high-definition component-video inputs, HD Window POP (picture-on-picture) and PIP sound
• 26-inch HD-compatible 16:9 aspect-ratio LCD television with 1,366 x 768 resolution
• High 500 cd/m2 brightness, exemplary 800:1 contrast ratio; PixelPure digital-video processing keeps pictures looking deep, clear, and accurate
• Accepts 480i, 480p, and 720p inputs and offers 1 DVI-HDTV direct digital HD connection

Reviews (2)

Great Pic for the Price
I needed a mid-size TV to hang on the wall in my bedroom. Didn't want to spend close to $2K like some 20-something inch LCD TV's are. I checked out the Sharp, Sony, Toshiba, and Panasonic (others too?) at an electronics store. Sony was out of the price range, Sharp was in, but didn't have quite the pic quality that the Toshiba had in my opinion - but a close second. Didn't care for the Panasonic.

Now that it is home I like it a lot. It is very bright and colorful - even w/ the brightness, backlighting, or color settings on normal/default. DVD's look sharp thru component cables. Digital cable looks great too. Analog Cable is better than on my old CRT, but still a wee noisy. Still, analog cable looks pretty good.

Sound is very adequate for every day TV watching. Remote is suprisingly nice to use. I have it control my high end Denon AVR and DVD, cheap Sony CD and VCR players, and my cable box.

Jackpack is very nice w/ plenty of options, but don't expect to use all the inputs - you'll never route all those cables through the space Toshiba leaves you.

I have only two dissapointments with the TV:
1) The grey bars on 4:3 images are too light even on the darkest setting. I would prefer them to be black instead of grey.
2) Wish the remote was a learning remote and not just programmable. Biggest dissapointment is not having the menu/info buttons available for my digital cable box.

Toshiba has a Winner !
I prior purchased a Sharp 22" LCD TV and had it for about 6 weeks. It performed well but I wanted a bigger screen size.

I intended to buy the Sharp LC-26GA4U, but after observing the different LCD displays in the show room, (Sharp, Sony, Philips, Samsung and Toshiba), I could easily see the Sony and the Toshiba had a much better HD picture than the other brands. So I came home with the Toshiba CE 26" w HD LCD (26HL84) which is the new model Toshiba has to offer.

This LCD TV offers an outstanding, exceptionally crystal clear and sharp HD picture and when I hooked it up to my localAnalog Cable system I was very pleased to observe that it continued to receive just about as clear a picture with Cable as it did with HD. I find that the TV Remote is easy to operate and the Aspect button on the remote is very handy.

One thing I noticed that was so much better with this wonderful Toshiba LCD over the 22" Sharp LCD is the way the Toshiba processes the more realistic looking Aspect modes. The Sharp is very nice but the Aspect modes are a little distorted and not natural looking as they are on the LCD Toshiba.

The way the Toshiba processes colors and especially RED and BLACK is incredible as well as natural looking skin tones. I noticed while looking at several different displayed manufactures that you do in fact notice considerable difference in how colors are displayed and especially how sharp the picture is being processed.That's why I chose the Toshiba over all others offered.

DVD's are displayed on this TV with eye-popping clarity. Also this Toshiba has a really great surround sound system.

Toshiba has a real winner with this outstanding LCD TV. I have owned this TV one week and I am very pleased with my purchase.I could not be happier. ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

Easy to use, the Toshiba Pocket PC e335 features a familiar user interface and tools from Microsoft, such as Pocket Word, Pocket Excel, Pocket Outlook, and Microsoft Windows Media Player for Pocket PC 2002. Play audio and video files and organize and view your favorite pictures, all with the Toshiba Pocket PC e335's incredible expansion capabilities, including an integrated Secure Digital (SD) media slot for additional memory or wireless connectivity (via the optional Bluetooth SD card) and USB host functionality that allows the user to plug the device into a full-size keyboard.

Display
The e335 features high resolution on its 240 x 320 pixel backlit color display, which can display over 65,000 colors.

Expansion
With the Toshiba e335 Secure Digital expansion slot, you can get virtually unlimited data storage with Secure Digital removable media. You can transfer digital content between your Toshiba handheld and other Secure Digital card-compatible products, including digital cameras, digital camcorders, and PCs.

Operating System
The Toshiba e335 is powered by Microsoft's Pocket PC 2002 operating system, which offers many enhancements over earlier operating systems. You'll get improved handwriting recognition, more reliable synchronization, increased security, and the ability to chat using MSN Messenger.

Extra Software
In addition to the built-in applications that come with Pocket PC 2002, the Toshiba e335 comes with Pocket Word, Pocket Excel, Pocket Outlook, Pocket Internet Explorer, Microsoft Reader, Microsoft Windows Media Player 8 for Pocket PC, File Explorer, MSN Messenger, Microsoft Transcriber, Microsoft ActiveSync 3.5, Microsoft Outlook 2000, Adobe Acrobat Reader for Pocket PC, and ArcSoft PhotoBase.

In the Box
The Toshiba e335 comes with a USB cradle, AC adapter, stylus, soft slip case, quick-start card, and warranty card. It's backed by a one-year limited warranty. ... Read more

Features

• Lightweight, thin Pocket PC with 64 MB RAM and 32 MB ROM and 300 MHz XScale processor
• Secure Digital memory card slot for transferring and storing music, picture and more
• 240 x 320 pixel, 3.5-inch TFT LCD screen displays more than 65,000 colors
• Features the Pocket PC 2002 operating system, with improved handwriting recognition and versions of Pocket Outlook, Word, and Excel
• What's in the box: Toshiba e335, USB cradle, AC adapter, Stylus, Soft slip case, Quick-start card, User manual, Warranty card

Reviews (60)

Very pleased with my Toshiba!
This is my 3rd PDA in one week, and I'm very happy with my decision to return my 2 previous purchases, both Palm's. I started with the Palm M500 thinking since this is my first PDA and I'm not a real "technoid", it should suffice. Wrong! I wasn't happy with the monochrome and I figured for a little more money I could double my memory and get color so I returned it for the 515m. While I was very happy with that product and had easily mastered the graffiti and the "user friendly" applications, I was not totally satisfied until I checked out the Pocket PC's. After much research and looking around, I chose the Toshiba e335, and I'm very satisfied with my purchase. It has the ability to play mp3's which the palms did not and the color screen is much easier to read than the palm m515. I also prefer the Microsoft format and the ability to chose which writing style I prefer; block recognition, transcriber, letter recognizer or keyboard. It also has a voice recorder which I haven't used yet. All in all this is a great unit and the more I play around with it the more I like it. I haven't had any difficulty synchonizing it and I have activated the Avantgo feature and update daily the channels I have selected to view. With this device and the os, I will not feel the desire, nor the need, to upgrade in the near future. This should satisfy for a very long time.

Perfect for the price
I couldn't help but notice all the complaints about battery life in the reviews here. 24-30 hours while the unit was turned OFF? I don't think so. I've had this unit off the charger for days, and kept a decent charge. Granted, if you leave it on, it drains the battery in several hours, but any backlit PDA does that.

Good screen, good features, VERY thin and light, and better input methods and syncing than any Palm. Having the choice of transcriber, block input (i.e., Graffiti), character recognition, and keyboard for different situations is great.

Pocket Word and Excel are included, as is Reader (load in a few books - it's great for boring staff meetings or waiting in line at the store). Programs like Notes, Tasks, and Calendar all have better functionality than their Palm counterparts.

And these days, you just can't beat the price. Well, that's not true. Yes you can, with Dell's new PDAs. But those things look like bricks, compared to the Toshiba. For me, Toshiba's slim design was very important.

Issues include a low expandability (only 1 SD slot) and a relatively slow 300 MHz proc - slow as in it's not 400 Mhz, mind you; it's still plenty fast for everyday use. Plus, it's less stable than the Palm OS. As a comparison, I had to restart my old Palm maybe once or twice in the year that I used it. This Pocket PC, I have to restart about once a week. It's somewhat annoying, but I find it an acceptable trade-off for the better features.

Good PDA
Got it around my birthday Sept of 2003, Great buy, 2 problems shipping took almost 2 weeks instead of 2 days from NJ to MA, 2nd Battery problems almost 2 months later Toshiba was able to replace but battery problem continued so I gave up. All in all 8 months later and other than battery still loving it. Would buy from seller again. Still the shipping was a bit delayed but it was still a reliable PDA

Great PC, Don't buy from Amazon
On December 2, 2003 I ordered the Toshiba E335 from Amazon.com because it showed a great price and a 20 dollar mail-in-rebate. I was so excited to find a Pocket PC with 300 MHZ, MS Pocket PC 2003, and 64 MB of ram for under 200 dollars that I purchased one for my dad and one for my brother-in-law as Christmas Gifts. I was certain I would receive my package any day when I received an email from Amazon.com Customer Service saying that they had oversold the pocket pc and I would receive neither of the items I ordered. Needless to say, I am very discouraged.

Great As A First PDA
If you're shopping around for your first PDA, the Toshiba E-335 Pocket PC should satisfy. It comes with 64MB of memory with an SD slot for additional storage. The interface is easy to read and understand and bright (but this comes at a cost at draining your battery power). Its very thin and light. Synchronizing with Microsoft Outlook 2000 or XP to a laptop or desktop PC with the USB is painless and fast. You can even browse the Web with the included Internet Explorer, view PDFs with the included Acrobat Reader, and play MP3s with the included Windows Media Player. My only quibble is that a slight push of the buttons can turn it on without you knowing while its in your pocket, draining the battery, but configuring the power setting to shut off after a minute of idle time should counter this. ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

Maximize your mobile performance as well as your multimedia capabilities with the Toshiba Satellite M35X-S163 notebook PC. It's ideal for both savvy professionals and students who want outstanding performance and advanced capabilities at an affordable price. It has a powerful Intel Celeron M Processor, integrated 54g wireless connectivity, a 60 GB hard drive, 512 MB of installed RAM, and a widescreen 15.4-inch diagonal display for a better visual experience.

The Basics

• Hard Drive: The 60 GB hard drive (4200 RPM) is becoming the average size for notebook PCs, providing enough capacity for storing documents, digital media files, and productivity software.
• Processor: The Intel Celeron M Processor 360 is designed specifically for mobile computing, offering a balanced level of mobile-optimized processor technology, good mobile performance, and exceptional value. The 1.4 GHz speed resides at the top of the spectrum for this processor (as of March, 2005). It also features a 400 MHz front-side bus (FSB) and large 1 MB L2 cache. (An L2, or secondary, cache temporarily stores data; and a larger L2 cache can help speed up your system's performance.)
• Memory: The 512 MB of built-in memory (2 x 256 MB, PC2700, DDR SDRAM) is a good start for power users. It has two memory slots in total, with a maximum memory expansion up to 2 GB (2 x 1024 MB).
• CD/DVD Drive: This notebook includes a combo DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive, with 24x write/read and 10x rewrite speed for CDs and 8x read speed for DVDs.
• Keyboard & Mouse: This notebook has a standard 86-key keyboard and electro-static two-button touchpad.

Connectivity and Expansion Slots
The M35X-S163 has an integrated 54g wireless LAN that's compatible with 802.11b and 802.11g networks. You get a good offering of connectivity options, including both super-fast USB 2.0 and Firewire options:

• 3 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players
• 1 VGA monitor port
• 1 S-Video out
• 1 FireWire (also known as IEEE 1394 or i.Link) port for connecting digital video camcorders and other peripherals
• 1 PCMCIA (or PC Card) slot (Type I/II, 32-bit)
• 1 headphone jack
• 1 microphone jack

Preloaded System and Software
This system comes with the Windows XP Home Edition Service Pack 2 operating system with Advanced Security Technologies, which helps to reduce unwanted downloads and pop-ups while surfing the Web. It also comes preloaded with Microsoft Works (for working with word processing and spreadsheet documents), and Norton AntiVirus (with three-month subscription).

Dimensions and Weight
This notebook measures 14.4 x 10.8 x 1.48 inches and weighs 6 pounds.

Power
It's powered by a 4-cell rechargeable lithium-ion battery, which has a battery life of up to 2 hours (depending on usage).

What's in the Box
This package contains the M35X-S163 notebook PC, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, and operating instructions. It is backed by a one-year limiited hardware warranty. ... Read more

Features

• 24-inch TV/DVD/VCR combo unit; 25.79 x 18.6 x 22.83 inches (W x H x D)
• Enhanced DVD-Video player and 4-head hi-fi VCR
• DVD, CD, CD-R/RW, MP3, DVD-R, VCD, and JPEG compatibility
• FST Pure flat tube with 4:3 aspect ratio
• Picture Preference mode offers standard, sports, movie, and memory viewing options

Reviews (2)

Amazon.com incompetence
I ordered a TV for my daughters birthday three weeks in advance. Not only did it not arrive, but Amazon.com didn't even have the decency to respond to any of my e-mails asking where it was, or what happened to it. Do your self a favor, and NEVER buy anything from these idiots!!!!!!

Decent flat-screen picture, the rest is so-so at best
I purchased one of these for the bedroom. I thought 24" would be a bit too big, but it's actually a nice size for widescreen letterbox DVDs when it's near the foot of your bed. The unit does take up a lot of space though, and it's heavy. 24-25 inches is kind of an awkward size for a TV--too big for a bedroom but too small for a living room. I thought it'd be convenient to have the DVD and VCR combined with the TV, especially only having one remote. Unfortunately while the TV picture quality's pretty good, the built-in VCR and DVD aren't up to par with units I could have bought separately.

The way you get the VCR to record, or stop recording, isn't completely intuitive to me, and the programming options are minimal. It doesn't rewind tapes too fast either. The good thing is, you can record a TV program while watching a DVD. The DVD player, however, is even worse--it takes forever to load a disc, move between chapters, etc. and it's very finicky about disc condition, sometimes refusing to load/play ones at all when my Pioneer unit in the living room doesn't even flinch.

Although it does have the desirable side-mounted speakers, there's only one on each side and they're a paltry 1.5 watts each, hardly adequate for DVD soundtracks or playing music CDs. But, at least is has digital audio output if you want to use an external amp and speakers.

The remote glows nicely if you've left it in direct light, doesn't have awkward buttons at the very bottom, and you can use many of the buttons by feel, however, a lot of them are same-sized and in a perfect grid pattern, and while the button glows the labels do not, so in the dark they really all look the same. The on-screen menus aren't the best I've seen either.

Overall though, I'm pretty happy with this product except for the slow and finicky DVD player. The flat screen does provide a good picture, and the speakers aren't too bad for low-volume listening. It's certainly nice to only have one remote for three devices, and which can actually control all the features. ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

The Toshiba SD6915 five-disc DVD player offers up a whole host of advanced features in a sleek, silver package. The SD6915 is fitted with Super ColorStream Pro progressive-scan component-video (digital 3:2 pulldown) outputs, allowing for the highest-quality video signal to be sent from the DVD player to a component-video-equipped 480p TV for the smoothest, most filmlike images. When the player is utilized with an HD-ready set, typical NTSC artifacts--like video noise, dot crawl, and flicker--are virtually eliminated, resulting in a low-noise, highly detailed picture with excellent color purity. Working alongside is its 192 kHz/24-bit D/A converter to deliver warmer, more natural-sounding audio from many types of discs, including multichannel DVD-Audio and Super Audio CDs.

The player holds up to five discs, and you can set it to play them randomly. It'll play back songs randomly among each CD sequentially, or randomly among all the discs loaded at one time. The carousel tray allows access to load and unload discs while one is in play, so you'll never have to interrupt the music.

The SD6915 has playback options galore. Along with the aforementioned DVD-Audio and Super Audio CDs, you can play CD-R and CD-RW discs loaded with your music in either WMA or MP3 files, homemade DVD-Rs, and, of course, DVD-Video discs. You can even use it as a JPEG viewer to display digital photographs on a television set in the JPEG digital format. Just pop in a CD-R/RW with your favorite photos and start the show. Want to get a better look at something on the screen? Use the Digital Picture Zoom to select an area of the picture you want to magnify. Enhanced digital processing during moving video or freeze-frame playback produces superior color fidelity and resolution, even when you're zoomed in. You can also expand letterboxed films to increase the viewable area onscreen.

Video isn't the only thing to benefit from this player. The SD6915 has a 5.1-channel output with Bass Management for onboard decoding of Dolby Digital, DVD-Audio, and SACD content with control of independent channel parameters (speaker size, delay time, etc.), including control for bass reproduction. Use this feature to customize the player's multichannel audio output to your particular home theater system. Coaxial and optical TosLink Dolby Digital and DTS surround-sound outputs are also available. These use a single RCA-type or optical output jack to send signature multichannel audio to an audio/video receiver with a compatible input.

What's in the Box
SD6915 five-disc DVD player, universal remote control with TV controls, warranty information, and user's manual. ... Read more

Features

• 5-disc carousel plays DVD, Video CD, DVD-Audio, SACD, DVD-R, Audio CD, and CD-R/RW (MP3 and WMA playback) 
• Progressive-scan player ensures high-resolution picture and gives you less flicker and fewer motion artifacts; 3:2 pulldown for more filmlike images
• ColorStream Pro component video output; composite and S-video connections
• Multichannel Dolby Digital decoding; Dolby Digital/DTS compatible; optical/coaxial digital audio outputs
• Measures 17 x 2.8 x 16 inches (W x H x D)

Reviews (1)

Horrible, buggy player
I've owned this player for a week now, and it's terribly buggy.

It won't turn on if it's set to output in progressive scan. It has annoying 1/4 second audio drops if you watch a DTS movie. It's response time to buttons pushed on the panel or remote is miserable. The ergonomics of the remote is horrible. It's picture isn't that good: http://www.hometheaterhifi.com/cgi-bin/shootout.cgi?function=search&articles=all&type=&manufacturer=1&maxprice=0&deInt=0&mpeg=0#ToshibaSD-6915

It'd be nice to have a working SACD/DVD-A/DVD-V changer, but this aint it. ... Read more

Product Description

Toshiba SDV55HT DVD and VCR Home Theater SystemThe Toshiba SDV55HT, integrated DVD, VHS and receiver with Digital Cinema Progressive Scan, multi-channel amplification, and a five satellite speakers and an 7" subwoofer packaged. The SDV55HT packs a punch with 400 total watts of power. 60-watts per channel for all five main channels (Left, Center, Right, Left Rear, Right Rear), and additional 100-watt output is reserved for the sixth (subwoofer) channel. ... Read more

Features

• Composite and S-video inputs, coaxial digital audio output
• Full surround-sound package with 5 speakers (60 watts per channel) and subwoofer
• Main component measures 17 x 3.5 x 14.25 inches (W x H x D)
• Features combo unit with progressive-scan DVD player, 4-head stereo VCR, AM/FM tuner
• Plays DVD, CD, VCD, DVD-R, DVD-RW, CD-R, CD-RW, WMA, MP3, and JPEG discs

Reviews (2)

It's just OK
I bought and received this unit and have had it about a week. It is OK for the price and a very entry level system. However, any video or audio buff will be very disappointed. This unit is average all the way around. The DVD player is a DVD player, nothing amazaing, the VCR works, the AM/FM radio works but the antennae and reception is way below average these days, the sound is OK and possibly a bit below average for this low end unit. Overall, for a 2nd system, avery small room, a child, etc this is a reasonable unit. For you main system there are many better options - seperating the VCR from the DVD home theater would get you a much better unit and then just pick up a low cost VCR. Nothing impresses me about this Toshiba. Its barely average all the way around. Owning a higher end Toshiba, this was a disappointment. The remote control color scheme and reflectiveness makes it very difficult to read, small buttons, confusing menu system, non-lighted remote. I give it 2 stars because it does play DVDs and videos fine. However, its radio, sound, remote, and menu's are way below average. Better off with a cheapie end Koss, Audiovox, etc unit.

This Toshiba replaces an older broken GO VIDEO unit for someone who required DVD/VCR. The GO VIDEO unit was several years old and was considered entry level low end at the time. However, it performed better than the Toshiba. The GO VIDEO lacked the CDRW, MP3, AM/FM, etc features common on today's current models though.

To sum it up, I would pass this unit by and either look at the lower priced units or seperate components and spend more money on a better overall setup.

Packed with features, well worth the price.
I have been shopping for a new stereo for the past 10 years. I have since moved into a house, acquired multiple televisions, VCRs, DVD players, but no home theatre system. Instead, everything ran through my television speakers. My shelf was loaded with an Xbox game console, a cable box, a low-end DVD player and an unreliable VCR. Spanning 5 shelves, there is no room for much else.

Then this system came along. My initial budget was $1,200 (About $500 for the receiver and the rest for speakers.) The Toshiba SD-V55HT is an out-of-the box home theater system packed with features to free up my shelf and upgrade my audio life. Priced at less than $300, this was an easy buy. I have had the system now for 2 months and I'm very happy with it.

The system comes with a VCR and DVD player and stereo receiver housed in one unit. The receiver has 5 different sound modes including Dolby Prologic II, Movie, Music, Matrix and 3-D Surround. In addition, there is also By-Pass which determines the type of audio is being received and handles it accordingly. It has one additional input in the back for my Xbox and another in front for the occasion when I want to hook up my video camera which I haven't tried yet.

The speakers are lightweight. At 60w each for the 3 front speakers and 2 rear speakers and 100w for the subwoofer, this system is ideal for a small room which I have.

The setup was a breeze. This is "stereos for dummies". Each of the speakers is color coded with a matching speaker wire. The manual helps you figure out how to get everything in the right place.The trickiest part is probably was getting my TV and cable box wired up properly, but essentially, its standard fare.

Once you are up and running, you can run the setup to tell the system where the speakers are to optimize the audio experience.

The system is silver and black with nice lines. The bookshelf speakers are short and small. It fits in well in my messy sun room without standing out.

The big win is the addition of a DVD player, MP3/CD player and a VCR in one unit. Everything plays great. I have no complaints about the sound but I upgraded from my television speakers.

I was a little disappointed that the AM/FM radio antennae are independent from the cable antenna.The package comes with a cheap loop antenna for AM and a wire antenna for FM.I pull both along the side of my entertainment console and then hide them both behind a clock. The reception is passable.

The remote is fairly familiar to handle the VCR, DVD player, MP3/CD player and radio.But you can't give up your other remotes. It doesn't handle the television or the cable box. This is really a bother since my TV is also a Toshiba.

The MP3 screen display unfortunately doesn't make good use of the space. The left half of the screen displays the track and navigates folders fine enough.The right have is reserved for manually assembling a play list which I will likely never do.I would have rather liked to see a full-screen with each track well displayed and this split screen only when I decide to build a play list.

The presets for the radio are a bit tricky. Each slot can hold an AM and FM station. This gets confusing when you switch to the radio and the wrong station comes up. I would have preferred that each slot is configured for one station and either AM or FM. A minor nit.

This plug-n-play system came with a DVD player, a CD and MP3 player, a VCR, AM/FM, cable and two other inputs.No doubt about it, at $299 this is a great price. Comparable systems lacked a DVD player, MP3 player or the VCR for the same price or more. One day, I am may still upgrade to the system of my dreams, but this is a nice step in the right direction.

Pros: Packed with features and well worth the price.

Cons: AM/FM seems like a poor add-on.

Bottom Line: Boat-load of features for a great price for a small room. ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

With its widescreen dimension and wealth of picture-enhancing technologies, Toshiba's remarkably affordable 30HF84 is set to bring you into the digital future. The set sports 2 high-definition component-video inputs and an HDMI direct-digital connection for hookup with a DTV set-top box or HD satellite receiver. What's more, the 30-inch set's FST PURE fine-pitch flat picture tube not only looks great, it minimizes unwanted reflections from room light and increases viewing angles while enhancing picture linearity.

Improving upon standard interlaced signals (like those from DVD player, cable box, and VCR composite-video outputs), Toshiba's CrystalScan HDSC upconverts all signals to 1080i resolution. A 3D Y/C (4 MB, 10-bit) digital comb filter with Vertical Contour Correction ensures sharp, clean pictures from RF (older VCR, laserdisc) and composite-video signals.

DFine high-speed VSM (velocity-scan modulation) also improves definition at picture edges by slowing the CRT (cathode-ray tube) beam's horizontal scanning during demanding work and speeding it up when scanning easily rendered sections, like broad dark areas. Finally, Cinema Mode (3:2 pulldown reversal) circuitry identifies original film-based content from DVDs, then reassembles the frame sequence to more accurately reproduce the original 24-frame-per-second material.

As standard video amplifiers increase the gain of the video signal, video bandwidth tends to decrease. This eliminates the higher frequencies, reducing resolution. The 30HF84's wideband video amplifier maintains the higher frequencies, enabling higher resolution and greater sharpness and detail.

Dual ColorStream HD component-video inputs (Y, Pr, Pb) provide the ultimate picture quality from high-resolution component-video signals (as from compatible DVD players or satellite receivers). And, with direct video input selection, you can directly select inputs from the remote's numbered keypad instead of having to scroll through all of them.

Two sets of rear AV inputs and a set of front AV inputs (all including S-video) foster easy connection with a camcorder or gaming console, and a rear AV output lets you hook the set up with a surround receiver.

The set's stereo speakers are powered by 10 watts per channel, and SRS WOW processing combines 3D Sound (simulated surround sound from any stereo audio) with TruBass low-frequency enhancement, and Focus (which clarifies voices).

HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is a lossless, uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface to link any audio/video source (such as a set-top box, DVD player, or AV receiver) with your television. HDMI supports standard-definition (SD), enhanced definition (ED), or high-definition (HD) video, plus multi-channel digital audio--all using a single cable. It transmits all ATSC HDTV standards and supports up to 8-channel digital audio, with bandwidth to spare to accommodate future enhancements and requirements.

What's in the Box
Television, remote control, batteries, user's manual, warranty information. ... Read more

Features

• 30-inch HD-compatible 16:9 aspect-ratio television; 29.7 x 21.6 x 21.5 inches (W x H x D)
• CrystalScan HDSC, which upconverts all signals to 1080i or 540p resolution
• Accepts 480i, 480p, 720p, and 1080i inputs and offers 1 HDMI direct digital HD connection
• 3D Y/C digital comb filter with Vertical Contour Correction accurately processes RF and composite-video signals
• Cinema Mode 3:2 pulldown reversal corrects frame rate for viewing film-based sources; 10 watts per channel x 2 speakers

Product Description

FST Black Picture Tube provides a vivid, high-contrast picture. The front-firing speakers deliver the best stereo sound by keeping the sonic image widely separated within the cabinet.With the V-Chip Parental Control System parents can easily limit the types of the programs their children are watching. The 180 Minute Off Timer permits user to program television to turn itself off. Programmable 10 minute intervals to 180 minutes.Video Lock prevents viewing of sources connected to selected inputs. Selected channels can be locked out to prevent viewing. Channels can be unlocked by entering a secret code. ... Read more

Features

• ColorStream component-video input offers optimal connection from a compatible DVD player or satellite receiver
• Front A/V input accommodates camcorder or gaming console
• Stereo reception with SAP, 2.5 watts per channel; StableSound evens differing volume levels from TV programs
• 27-inch CRT set with standard 4:3 aspect ratio; 25.5 x 22.5 x 19.75 inches (W x H x D)
• Digital comb filter enhances color clarity

Reviews (2)

Excellent picture and great price
I bought this TV to replace a 25 inch Magnavox in my bedroom.Space was a critical issue as my stand would only accept a certain footprint.

I put the Toshiba in and attached my satellite receiver to it by the S-video cable and away we went.Great, bright picture that is very clear and sharp.I am not using the speakers as I have a JVC receiver and small 3-way speaker system in the room.

In any event, an excellent buy.I paid $229 at Best Buy.The Toshiba brand is known for durability.I own four now and have had problems with none of them...

Excellent Analog TV
2004 model of last year's 27A33 which received rave reviews.Quality TV with high end features at an outstanding price ($229.00 at Best Buy)-bought to replace 27" Sony 2 months ago while waiting for the 2006 HDTV situation to evolve.Picture quality and clarity are excellent; colorstream component video produces HDTV quality DVD's and highly recommend purchasing component video cables; sound/stereo quality is adequate/good but a non-issue as this TV is running through Onkyo/Polk stereo system for theater quality sound.Highly recommend. ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

Early Adopters Pick: June 2003. This is the first combination DVD player-TiVo digital video recorder.

Toshiba's SD-H400 digital media server offers the convenience of no-fee PVR service with the option for immediate upgrades alongside high-quality, progressive-scan DVD-Video playback--all from a single, easy-to-use component. The SD-H400 houses an 80 GB TiVo Series2 PVR that comes with TiVo Basic service, providing free, limited TiVo features right out of the box, with no subscription fees.

TiVo Basic service offers the ability to control live TV through features like pause, fast forward, rewind, and slow motion playback of live television; three days of electronic program guide; and manual recording capability by time and channel. The SD-H400 is the first device to offer TiVo Basic service.

The SD-H400's DVD-video section is equipped with a 10-bit/54 MHz video digital-to-analog converter for maximum color purity, detail, and resolution. When connected to a television via the unit's ColorStream Pro component-video outputs, you'll be ready to enjoy Toshiba's Digital Cinema Progressive technology with either DVDs or TiVo PVR playback. The SD-H400 can also play formats such as DVD-R, DVD-RW, video CD, CD, CD-R, CD-RW, and MP3 CDs.

Because the SD-H400 is built on TiVo Series2 technology, you have the ability to upgrade to full TiVo service to enjoy features such as Season Pass (the ability to record every episode of a program no matter when it airs, automatically), WishList (which finds and records programs that feature your favorite actor, director, or genre), Search by Title (which helps you find any show when all you know is its title), 14 days of program guide data, richer recording options, and an easy-to-use scheduling interface. (Full TiVo service costs $12.95 a month or $299 for a lifetime subscription; visit www.TiVo.com for detailed information.)

Another upgrade available to the Toshiba SD-H400 is the TiVo Home Media Option, a premium package of networked home entertainment. This configuration takes full advantage of the SD-H400's capabilities as a digital media server. The Home Media Option--an upgrade available via phone or broadband connection--lets you use the SD-H400's USB port to connect the SD-H400 to your wired or wireless home network and PC.

The Home Media Option adds the following features to the SD-H400: streaming MP3 files and digital photo viewing from a PC or Macintosh for playback through your TV or home-entertainment system, remote scheduling (through which you can schedule TiVo recordings from anywhere you can access the Internet), and connection to another TiVo Series2 PVR within your home (so you can share programs between the two units--for, say, viewing a program in the bedroom that was recorded in the family room, and vice versa). ... Read more

Features

• Progressive-scan DVD player with integrated personal video recorder
• Includes no-fee TiVo Basic service with the ability to pause live TV and store programs to the unit's 80 GB hard drive
• Offers manual recording capability by time and channel
• Compatible with DVD-R, DVD-RW, video CD, CD, CD-R, CD-RW, and MP3 CDs
• Upgradeable to full TiVo service and TiVo home-networking capabilities (through paid services)

Reviews (27)

A good machine!
I bought this a month ago and it's a pretty good little machine. I was surprised by the size of it -- I thought it would be a lot bigger.

The Tivo interface on this machine is the best feature -- Tivo Service rocks. One note is that this one comes with Tivo Basic -- a limited (but still good) version of the service. You get a 45 day free trial of Tivo Plus (the regular Tivo service). The Tivo unit is just a Tivo Series 2, 80 hour unit.

I'd like to point out that the network issues in the reviews of this machine is not unique to this one. It's a problem with all Tivos. This machine supports several USB network adapters, including the Microsoft MN510, which is still available in stores (most of the supported adapters aren't available anymore).

The DVD player is excellent -- great picture quality. It also plays MP3, which is a handy feature if you have the machine hooked up to a stereo.

Better TiVo than TiVo!!
I wanted something for my wife and me to better manage our TV viewing, yet I'm completely against paying a monthly-fee for recording TV programs. The Toshiba SD-H400 with TiVo Basic turned out to be a perfect product for us, until Media Center PCs go mainstream.

I didn't really need another DVD player at home (we already have 5 other stand-alone DVD players), but if that's the only way to get TiVo Basic service, so be it. Plus, the price I paid for this Toshiba (no rebate) is only (a bit) more than a stand-alone Series 2 TiVo (after rebate). For (the money), I got a progressive-scan DVD player, progressive output for TiVo, AND free life-time subscription to TiVo Basic service. What a bargain.

TiVo Basic Service:
Okay, so I don't get the Season Pass feature. However, once you're set to record a show (say, Friends at 8PM this Thursday), you can navigate to the To-Do list and select that program, and change the recording option to "Repeat this recording". Change it to weekly, then you're all set. The only risk if that if NBC changes the time of Friends to 9 due to say the State of the Union Address, then you'll record 30 minutes worth of a bunch of people clapping at nothing. But that's a risk I'm willing to take.

One feature I don't get with the Basic service is the show search feature. However, we got the TiVo to help with managing the shows that we KNOW we want to watch. With young children, we really don't have time to watch the programs that we didn't want to watch in the first place but are suggested to us. So I won't miss that feature. For new movies we have had Netflix 4-disc service since 2000. You can always navigate using the program guide to set up recording if you want to watch something.

If you visit TiVo forums such as tivocommunity.com, you'll see that other TiVo owners complaining about the fact that you can no longer use TiVo Series 2 for anything, including manual recording, without paying the (monthly) fee. With the Toshiba SD-H400, not only you can use it for manual recording, you have a 3-day program guide available to you over the phone or wireless network.

If the Plus features are important to you, then you can always upgrade to the full TiVo feature for the same fee as a stand-alone Series 2. It goes without saying that we have no intention of upgrading.

To get program guide via wireless network:
My Toshiba came with version 5.1.1 of the TiVo software, but version 5.1.1b is required for the newer version of the Linksys USB Wireless Adapter (v 2.8). It took a few tries to download the new version of the TiVo software. It would have done it over night, but I was impatient and wanted to pull the sw manually. Note that landline is required to get the software upgrade.

To record one channel while watching another:
I can watch a different channel than the one I'm recording because I split my cable signal so that one cable goes to the Toshiba and one goes to the TV. While recording on the Toshiba, I can use the regular TV remote to switch to other channels.

Any cons?
Remote: The Toshiba remote is not as nicely designed as that of the TiVo, which had just been recognized by the NY Times as one piece of industrial design mastery. The Toshiba remote is long and hard to use if you change channel via numeral buttons often.

Wireless adapter: Since the TiVo software it comes with is version 5.1.1, it does not support the newer versions of the Linksys USB wireless adapter (I got a v. 2.8). You will need a landline to download a new TiVo software to upgrade to version 5.1.1b for the Toshiba to recognize your network adapter.

Video extraction or copying: Like the stand-alone TiVo Series 2, there is no easy way of extracting the recorded video from the Toshiba device without opening it up (voiding the warranty) and load some files onto the base Linux operating system. The only other way is to video capture (analog cable to digital to analog to digital again) it back into a PC. Not the most elegant solution.

Upgrade: according to TiVo specialists at Weaknees, it's not simple to upgrade the HD on the Toshiba. You can replace the 80G HD with a larger one, but it will not see beyond the first 80G. Weaknees is working on a solution.

Great Product: Good Blend of Value and Function
I've had it for about a week and did not have any problems setting the system up. I was able to sign into the Tivo service quickly and am in the processing of connecting it into the wireless network and removing the phone lines.

For those who would like to simplfy their electronic gadgets for their TV, this is an excellent product. I was able to free up a DVD player for another TV in the house.

Love It -- Failed in Seven Weeks
I wanted to get my wife a Tivo unit since her biggest hobbie is watching TV. The Toshiba SD-H400 intrigued me since the basic Tivo service is free and would save on the subscriptin service. So I bought the unit for Mother's Day.

I love the unit, and once you get used to it, the Tivo service is really great. However, after a mere seven weeks of use the Live TV function would "lock up". After powering off the unit, doing resets, and reformatting the hard drive, the unit would still lock up on a single frame every 2-3 hours of use. Toshiba Customer Service wasn't much help -- just told me to do a reset. I was able to finally get a replacement unit, but it took a lot of effort.

Great idea and cool features, but the reliability of the SD-H400 is suspect in my mind.

Good value
I recently got this for $199. Excellent deal for the price. One of the best features is the free TIVO basic. This means if you upgrade later down the line, the resell value of this unit should be decent because you can get fairly good fuctionality without paying $12.95 per month. Or if you want to cancel your full TIVO, it will default to the free basic service. This is one feature real TIVO owners would like to have.

I also like the fact that I can connect this to just one component input on my TV and both the TIVO and DVD work fine.

As for noise, I don't hear it at all.

DVD plays virtually every type disk I tried, including DVD+RW. ... Read more

Product Description

Versatile and Affordable! Toshiba’s TDP-S20 Projector Introducing the versatile Toshiba TDP-S20 projector – ideal for both professional use and home entertainment. This lightweight, high-performance projector offers the advanced technology and precision illumination that professionals savor, yet its ease of operation makes it perfect for the home recreation room. With the power of 1400 lumens and extraordinary 2000:1 contrast ratio, the Toshiba TDP-S20 creates memorable presentations that showcase images in their most compelling light. This sleek, compact projector reflects Toshiba’s incomparable devotion to quality digital engineering and painstaking attention to detail. Every component has been rigorously tested to ensure the highest performance standards. The Toshiba TDP-S20 projector – an outstanding value for both professional and home entertainment use. Now available at our incredibly low price! ... Read more

Features

• 0.55-inch DMD DLP display technology
• 800 x 600 SVGA native resolution
• 1,400 ANSI lumens of brightness
• Crisp 2,000:1 contrast ratio
• PC and Mac compatible; 2-year warranty

Reviews (2)

Not Worth The Bulb Hassle
Okay, digital projection on a budget? I bought this item a few years back. The first $400.00+ bulb blew out in less than 300 hours. I contacted Toshiba and they replaced it, since it didn't get anywhere near the 2,000 hour "lifespan" they claim. The next bulb blew out at 460 hours. I called again. Nothing. No replacement. No service. I was on the phone with them for 4.5 hours and all I could get was 2 promises to "get a call back from one of our supervisors". None of my messages were ever returned. No one ever "called back". No replacement, or offer to replace, or even service sans the attitude. If the bulbs lasted 1400 hours, or even 1,000, I wouldn't be nearly as upset about this hunk'o'junk, but at $400.00+ per bulb, I'm paying an extra $60 dollars for every hour I watch it! Also, I've been typing $400.00+, because the bulb cost has risen every time I've checked into it. The current SRP is $453.00 for one bulb. If you get over 400 hours on a bulb, you're lucky! Avoid this unit, and after my experiences with their "customer service"-less calls, avoid this company's products like the plauge.

This is sooo cool!!!
My husband has wanted to get a video projector for a while, but just never took the plunge. (...).I convinced him to get this for himself for a late Christmas present.

We brought it home and hooked it up easily.My family is watching "LOTR - The Two Towers" right now.We can not believe how cool this is.

I am so glad that we bought this.This video projector isneat because it is lightweight and portable.We can use it in any room.We are not limited by screen size, only by the size of the wall.So far our picture is 70", but as soon as my kids move a couple of books shelves (ha ha) we will expand to 150". ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

Enrich your life with the elegance of a flat-screen display and the simplicity of a combination DVD player and television. Toshiba's 23HLV84 saves space while simplifying hookups. Plug it in, pop in a movie, and sit back to enjoy your program in vivid, lifelike high-contrast detail. With minimal glare, no screen curvature, and no irritating high-frequency screen noise, this 23-inch set stands fully apart from its CRT counterparts. Set it on a table using the supplied stand or mount it on the wall using optional brackets for ultimate space efficiency.

The set's built-in DVD player is compatible with DVD-Video, DVD-R, DVD-RW, VCD, audio CD, and recordable CDs filled with JPEG digital photos or MP3/WMA audio files.

LCD screens offer a number of benefits over CRT monitors and televisions, including general ease of use, long screen life with no risk of image burn-in, and space savings. This 1,366 x 768-resolution set boasts not only 2 ColorStream HD high-definition (up to 720p) component-video inputs, but also a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) for a direct digital connection with an HD set-top box or HD satellite receiver (sold separately).

HD Dynamic Contrast increases contrast and color saturation to create deep, rich images. The intelligent circuitry analyzes both the dark and bright areas of the picture, separately optimizing the dynamic range in each area. Picture enhancements include luminance transient improvement, green enhancement, and blue stretch. This circuit is only active in sports mode and works with all inputs.

A 3D Y/C (4 MB, 10-bit) digital comb filter with Vertical Contour Correction ensures sharp, clean pictures from RF (older VCR, laserdisc) and composite-video signals. Cinema Mode (3:2 pulldown switch) circuitry identifies original film-based content from DVDs, then reassembles the frame sequence to more accurately reproduce the original 24-frame-per-second material.

Dual ColorStream HD component-video inputs (Y, Pr, Pb) provide the ultimate picture quality from high-resolution component-video signals (as from compatible DVD players or satellite receivers). Two sets of rear AV inputs (one with S-video) and a set of front AV inputs foster easy connection with a camcorder or gaming console, and a rear audio output lets you hook the set up with a surround receiver.

And the 5-watts-per-channel 23HLV84 offers SRS WOW processing, which combines 3D Sound (simulated surround sound from any stereo audio) with TruBass (yet another low-frequency enhancement) and Focus (which clarifies voices). If that's not enough aural excitement, you can also enjoy 2-channel simulated surround courtesy of Dolby Virtual Surround.

HDMI is a lossless, uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface to link the set with any audio/video source (such as a set-top box, DVD player, or AV receiver). HDMI supports standard-definition (SD), enhanced definition (ED), or high-definition (HD) video, plus multi-channel digital audio--all using a single cable. It transmits all ATSC HDTV standards and supports up to 8-channel digital audio, with bandwidth to spare to accommodate future enhancements and requirements.

What's in the Box
TV, stand, remote control, batteries, a user's manual, and warranty information. ... Read more

Features

• 23-inch HD-compatible 16:9 aspect-ratio LCD television with integrated DVD player and 1,366 x 768 resolution; 24 x 17.3 x 4.5 inches (W x H x D)
• High 500 cd/m2 brightness, 500:1 contrast ratio; plays JPEG image CD and MP3/WMA music CD
• Accepts 480i, 480p, and 720p inputs and offers 1 HDMI direct digital HD connection, 2 ColorStream HD component-video inputs
• Cinema Mode 3:2 pulldown corrects frame rates for distortion-free movie viewing
• HD Dynamic Contrast increases contrast and color saturation to create deep, rich images

Product Description

8.9 Widescreen Poly-Silicon TFT LCD Display with 1024x600 Pixel Resolution and Direct Digital Solution for the best picture quality . ColorStream Pro(R) Progressive Scan Component Video Outputs compatible with todays finest analog and digital televisions for delivery of stunningly colorful images . 10-Bit/54mHz Video digital-to-analog conversion for maximum color purity detail and resolution . 24-Bit/192 kHz PCM Audio Compatibility delivers warmer more natural-sounding audio from many types of discs . DVD-Video/DVD-Audio (2 Ch)/CD/Video CD playback. DVD-R/CD-R/CD-RW* Compatible playback ensures discs made with personal computers can be played back in the home theater system too . JPEG Viewer enables a user to display digital photographs on a television set in the JPEG digital format ... Read more

Features

• 3.5-hour battery life, picture zoom, and stereo, bass-reflex, titanium speakers for headphone-free listening
• Measures 10.25 x 1.25 x 7 inches (W x H x D), closed
• 8.9-inch widescreen TFT active-matrix display offers sharp, bright images
• Reads DVD-Video and high-resolution DVD-Audio discs, as well as MP3 and WMA CDs, DVD-Rs, VCDs, and SD/MMC flash-memory cards
• ColorStream PRO progressive-scan component-video output (for premium imagery on high-definition and HD-ready TVs and monitors)

Reviews (23)

terrible
I purchased this player about a year ago and rarely used it. the picture ,the sound and everything else worked just fine until today . the player won't play anything at all . this is terrible . its not like i use it everyday. i recommend this player to no one. stay away.

Bad, Bad, Bad Supplier
No Stars would be better.My husband bought me this unit for Christmas.This was his first online shopping experience and he nor I will ever shop from Office Depot, Tech Depot etc..ever again!You think you are buying from Office Depot when your item get shipped from Tech Depot who then denies that they are the same company when you call them.It is impossible to know ahead of time but, they will not return ANY Toshiba products even if they are defective.They did apoligize that Amazon has an incorrect return policy posted on their site.....go figure!Do not purchase from them unless you want absolutely NO support.

Cool toy but limited
After reading all the positive reviews, I decided to buy this model instead of the 2700 (although there appears to be very little difference between the two).Upon opening the box and testing the unit, I immediately noticed a 'hung' pixel in the upper left of the screen.It stays lit (white) on many scenes and becomes annoying at times.I was told that this is not uncommon and that another unit may exhibit a similar flaw.

The picture is very vivid once you get the proper alignment between yourself and the screen.Any movement up or down will necessitate a change in the screen angle to keep the picture quality the same.So, if you watch it from your lap in bed as I do, this may take some getting used to.Also, there are no color or picture adjustments that would allow you to customize the output to suit your tastes.I found this very limiting because some scenes are just too dark and the 4-way brightness adjustment is just not enough to get it right.

As far as the sound is concerned, the speakers are very weak and offer virtually no bass whatsoever (even though they are advertised as bass reflex).Headphones add a lot, but I also noticed quite a bit of distortion.Again, there are no sound controls that would otherwise give you control over this characteristic.

So, although others love this model, I cannot give it super high marks.Oh yes, the battery works fine and it has a remote that you need for many of the 'features', which seems ridiculous for a portable.I guess if you plan to use it to drive your home theater then the remote makes more sense, even though this model doesn't.

At $299 this would be a great value.Above that, it's average at best.

Poor quality player for price!
Ok....I read all reviews about the 2600 before I bought it and was really looking forward to purchasing a high quality machine. Boy was I disappointed. The picture is heads above the other portable DVD's I have looked at, there's no argument about that. I find fault with this machine, in that, to change cinema screens you have to stop the machine. I hooked the player up to my television and the Video out, which is NOT seperate from the audio, (you have one plug in to the AV and three plugs going to audio and video)did not work. I hooked my daughters Polaroid DVD player up and it worked flawlessly! My Toshiba costs over twice what I paid for her's. Last, the navigation of the Toshiba is very hard to manuever around. They should have made things a lot simpler to get around this machine. I was really disappointed in this product. I sent it back immedietely.

Not a good present!
I got it in the September for my husband as a wedding present and the month later it started skipping parts of the movie, or would not start the movie at all, you would have to turn it off and turn it back on. And later the screen would not show any picture, you can listen to the sound of the movie, but not watch it.
Since it has been over 3 months from the day I bought it Amazon would not let me return it.
Thank you Amazon and Toshiba for making my wedding gift the worse gift ever!
This product sucks!
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Product Description

60GB hard drive holds approximately: * 1992 hours of music at 64 Kbps * 996 hours at 128 Kbps * plays MP3, WMA, and WAV files * PlaysForSure compatibility--plays downloaded music files from compatible music sources, like MSN Music, Musicmatch, MusicNow, Napster, and more * 2-3/16" backlit color LCD displays track info * USB docking cradle * ... Read more

Features

• Measures just 2.5 x 4.1 x 0.75 inches (W x H x D)
• 60 GB Toshiba hard drive (15,000 MP3s); 2.2-inch QVGA LCD (240 x 320); JPEG photo/album cover viewer with slideshow capability
• Plays MP3, WMA, and WAV files; compatible with Windows Plays for Sure and Napster To Go
• Up to 16-hour battery life, USB charging option; 28 equalizer settings and SRS WOW simulated surround sound
• Supplied Gigabeat Room software helps you manage music and images; docking cradle fosters 1-button CD ripping and file transfer

Product Description

Toshiba Consumer (TV/DVD/etc) (27AF44) 27" Flat TV ... Read more

Features

• Velocity scan modulation increases definition for HDTV and progressive scan
• Rear composite output, S-video input, and component-video input
• 27-inch TV with FST Pure flat tube; 29.25 x 22.5 x 18.5 inches (W x H x D)
• Double baffle speaker system with 5 watts per channel
• Simulated surround sound creates spacious audio

Reviews (8)

Excellent TV with superior quality
I bought this TV during Thanksgiving. I must say that I have absolutely no problems at all. It has very good picture clarity and sound. I was very tempted to get the Sony WEGA as I owned a nice Trinitron Sony for 4 years, but now I feel I have got a better TV for a lower price. I highly recommend this TV to everyone. This is a very good buy until you get into a house when you may consider a Plasma :-)

Great TV!
I love this TV. Great picture (using S-video from DVD player), great sound.

Excellent flat screen for the price
I bought my Toshiba a few days ago and I have no complaints.If you are looking for a good quality, mid-size flat screen, then this is the one for you.The picture quality is perfect (stay away from Panasonic whose picture seems to be too dark), and being able to switch to a 16:9 is a wonderful bonus.I use the TV's speakers and I think the sound quality is top of the line.You can adjust the Bass, Trebble, and balance, while turning on or off features like surround sound.

The television IS heavy but not out of the ordinary for its size.I didn't find it front heavy, it fit on my current television stand, and it is quite stable.

If you have questions about which 27" flat screen to buy, stop searching for answers.The Toshiba is the way to go.

Toshiba 4ever
I purchased a Sony KV-27FS120 TV based on reviews on www.cnet.com. I got a deal for $325 and was quite happy. But not without trouble .. this one had geometry problems. The horizontal lines weren't horitontal at all, when switching on the TV,a smoky white region would appear on the top of the screen just before the picture came. So I exchanged it for another piece thinking I must have got a defective set. Guess what, the 2nd piece was even worse, exactly the same problem as the 1st one, but also when turning on the TV, the picture would appear after a few seconds, and when it did the color tone was slightly green and then after 2 seconds it would come to a normal color tone. This got me frustrated coz I am quite a detail oriented person, things like these piss me off especially when you buy the top of the line model in its class, a Sony. I returned this junk and decided to go for a Toshiba 27AF44 which I got for $275 from BB. I looked for 2 weeks before deciding which one to go with. I looked at RCA, Samsung, JVC & Panasonic. Panasonic was impressive but it has problems with its contrast settings and the picture is way too dark. JVC is equally good but I decided to go with Toshiba based on the results I got from a few people and experts from www.allexperts.com. Never again a Sony !

Good except?
After my 17 year old Toshiba television died this morning I did some research and decided to purchase the 27AF44 Toshiba flat screen this afternoon.It looks as though I may have a defective set since there is a definate focus problem evident with the closed captioning and also with menu's generated by my satellite receiver.The problem is most noticeable on both the right and left sides of the screen.The center seams to be in perfect focus all of the time.I will return this one to Best Buy tomorrow after work and see if the next one works better.If not for the focus problem, the rest of the set works perfectly and the sound is remarkably clear and crisp. ... Read more

Product Description

Toshiba Consumer (TV/DVD/etc) (MD13Q41) 13" tv DVD COMBO ... Read more

Features

• JPEG Viewer enables you to create slideshows with digital photos stored on disc
• Digital audio output connectsto your multi-channel audio/video receiver for surround sound content
• Ergonomic, glow-key remote control, tri-lingual on-screen displays, V-chip, and an auto-clock
• 13-inch combo TV/DVD player; measures 14.25 x 15 x 14.4 inches(W x H x D)
• Compatibility with Video CD and CD-R/CD-RW discs

Amazon.com Product Description

Packaged in an attractive, sleek design, the Toshiba e740 Pocket PC features a familiar user interface and tools powered by Microsoft Windows Pocket PC 2002. It's the first Pocket PC to be equipped with a blindingly fast 400 MHz Intel XScale processor, vastly improving application switching and multimedia playback. The Toshiba e740 is equipped with built-in slots for both Secure Digital (SD) and CompactFlash (CF) memory and module cards. It also features integrated wireless Bluetooth and WLAN capabilities, and is Wi-Fi-ready.

The Toshiba e740 is loaded with 32 MB SDRAM memory and 32 MB of flash ROM (for future upgrading). It's powered by a built-in lithium rechargeable battery that recharges via the included USB cradle.

Operating System
Microsoft's Pocket PC 2002 operating system, released in late 2001, offers many enhancements over the previous OS. You'll get improved handwriting recognition, more reliable synchronization, increased security, and the ability to chat using MSN Messenger. It also features new Pocket versions of Outlook, Word, Excel, and Internet Explorer.

Display
The Toshiba e740 delivers brilliant images with its 3.5-inch TFT display. It supports over 64,000 colors and has 240 x 320 resolution. Active matrix, also called "thin film transistor" (TFT), is the brightest, sharpest, clearest, and most expensive type of LCD flat-panel display that is practical for handhelds.

Expansion
Expanding your expansion possibilities, the Toshiba e740 features integrated slots for both Secure Digital and CompactFlash cards.

With Secure Digital (SD) and CompactFlash (CF) memory cards, you can easily store and play your multimedia files and carry your important documents wherever you go. You can add functionality with optional CF cards, including wireless and land-line connectivity, Ethernet networking, bar-code scanning, and much more. You'll also be able to add more functionality using optional SD cards, which will become available soon.

Multimedia
Play digital audio (both MP3 and WMA) and video (MPEG-4) files using the Windows Media Player software. The Toshiba e740 is also compatible with audible.com files, for listening to audiobooks, radio broadcasts, and more. Record your thoughts with the built-in microphone and voice-recording software. You can play back using the small speaker on the front or via the stereo headphone jack. You also get Microsoft Reader e-book software.

In the Box
The Toshiba e740 comes with a USB cradle, AC adapter, stylus, soft slipcase, quick-start card, and warranty card. It is backed by a one-year limited warranty. ... Read more

Features

• Lightweight, thin Pocket PC with 64 MB RAM and 32 MB ROM and blazing fast 400 MHz XScale processor
• Dual expansion capabilties: built-in CompactFlash and Secure Digital (SD) slots
• 240 x 320 pixel TFT LCD screen displays more than 64,000 colors
• Integrated Wi-Fi capability
• What's in the box: e740, USB cradle, AC adapter, stylus, soft slipcase, quick-start card, warranty card, software

Reviews (173)

Nice PDA -- Networking Still Weak
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As a PDA, the Toshiba e740 is the best I've seen yet. However, it, like all PDAs based on Microsoft's Windows CE, falls short on networking.

I've been hoping that Microsoft and its partners would get networking right some day. The Toshiba e740 looked like it might be the answer. With its built-in WiFi wireless network adapter, it appeared that the e740 at least would provide useful local area network connectivity. However, like most WiFi devices, the e740's range is too short and the battery drain is too high.

Oh, well, how about wide area networking with a wireless modem? I was able to find one wireless modem that would plug into the e740's compact flash slot. This modem, its name escapes me, adds 5 inches to the e740's almost 5 inches and costs an arm and two legs in monthly fees. With the modem in place, the e740 takes on the form factor of a clamshell handheld Windows CE PC. Forget that. I'm trying to replace a Blackberry wireless e-mail device.

I'm now looking at Handspring's Treo 300. It's got everything that the Blackberry delivers including size plus it's a wireless phone, has a color screen and supports web browsing. Wireless networking is part of your phone service and the cost for wireless phone and networking (from Sprint) is about the same as I'm now paying for separate wireless phone and Blackberry wireless e-mail.

For the record, I'm an IT consultant and author specializing in electronic communications. The latest edition of my book "Mastering Microsoft Exchange 2000 Server" (Sybex), is available from Amazon.com.

The Best Microsoft Pocket PC Available Today
I recently lost my Compaq iPAQ H3975 and decided to replace it with the Toshiba e470 - I could not have made a better choice. Cosmetically the Compaq is superior, however it's important to note that the Toshiba more than makes up for that with real and useful features.

Check out those built-in slots for memory cards on the e740. The Compaq requires a bulky "expansion sleeve" (which effectively doubles the width of it) to read the memory cards I use in my Canon digital camera - the Toshiba does not as the proper MMC slots are built-in.

Wireless is a big factor too. Compaq has "Bluetooth" wireless capability, but for me it was completely useless since I don't have any Bluetooth-compliant printers, etc. The Wi-Fi Wireless in the Toshiba allows me to leverage our Apple Airport network - ten minutes after the thing charged up I could surf the web wirelessly from anywhere in my home. I can't stress how cool this really is when you just want to check news headlines, etc. and not have to deal with the hassles of booting a laptop.

Battery life on the e740 is about the same as the Compaq (I play a lot of MP3's), but the Compaq did sound louder on my Sennheiser headphones.

My only complaint with the e740 is its design; cosmetically the device looks positively 1999, particularly with its round chrome operational button. The e740's features place it way high on a usability scale, which makes it this author's choice of Pocket PC's available today. I have heard that the next generation of wireless PDAs from all manufacturers will either feature Wi-Fi or wireless phone capabilities, so you may want to just wait four more months and see what the future brings, but if you must have a Pocket PC today then this one should suit your needs very well.

E 740 problems
This is a a great PDA execpt for one thing. It is has NO built-in memory to save stored data. The E 750 took care of this problem and Toshiba essentially stifed the owner of the orignal -including my letter to them which was written before one year warrantee. They never even answered my letter.

Their answer was to give you a $40 credit towards their old defective E740. Good customer relations - Toshiba

No Upgrade
I was pleased with its performance until I realized that Toshiba doesn't offer the upgrade to Pocket PC 2003. Seems like just a ploy for me to sell it and buy the 755, which is the same machine. Needless to say I'm not happy with Toshiba's support of this product.

So-so, but mine still works!
I bought this shortly after the recall (November 2002). It's been over a year and a half, and I still use mine daily! I've only had the 1