An update on Toshiba's new lineup!

[TrevorS]

Robert Zohn (a major dealer insider in the U.S.) has confirmed the XA2 (XE1 equivalent) will remain the Toshiba flagship.

One thing to remember is the XA2 stays in the line as the flagship HD DVD player, with Bi-directional RS232 and other new upgraded features coming in the next firmware upgrade in the next few weeks. Like 1080p 24 Hz output and the passing of bit stream un-encoded audio. High Bit Rate Audio capabilities and unmatched interactivity functionality will be added to enhance our HD DVD experience.

 

[TheNightFly]

I assume he means "passing of bitstream encoded audio"?

I wonder what that last sentence means and will it be XA2 (XE1) exclusive?

 

[TrevorS]

I assume he means "passing of bitstream encoded audio"?

I wonder what that last sentence means and will it be XA2 (XE1) exclusive?

The first is yes, he means the ability to pass advanced CODEC soundtracks via bitstream -- just as the A35 will.

I'd classify the last sentence as marketing speak to prompt salivation for future wonders !