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Seagate FreeAgent Theater Plus HD
The Seagate FreeAgent Theater+ HD is an HD media streamer offered by Seagate as an upgrade to the Seagate FreeAgent Theater HD. Most notable improvements include the addition of HDMI and optical audio outputs, 1080p resolution support, LAN connectivity and MAC support. It can be connected into your existing network with the LAN port or directly connected to a PC, MAC or USB device with one of the USB ports to enjoy video, audio and photo files. There is also an optional USB-WiFi adaptor that can be purchased for $69.99. The DVD style interface makes it easy to browse through content with the included remote control. Connectivity options include HDMI, component and composite video outputs with stereo and optical Toslink audio output. The Seagate FreeAgent Theater+ HD comes with either a 500 GB FreeAgent Go hard drive as a "Media Player Solution" or no hard drive as a "Media Player Only" for $289.99 and $149.99 respectively.
MSRP $289.99
Release date September, 2009
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Specifications
- Minimum System Requirements:
- PC : Windows XP or Vista, 256MB RAM and an available USB port
- Mac: OS X 10.4.11 or 10.5.6 or later and an available USB port
- TV: Composite video, component video or HDMI connection and stereo, optical S/PDIF or HDMI audio connection
- Internet Services: Broadband internet – 10/100 Mbps wired network connection or Seagate optional wireless accessory
- Supported Formats:
- Video Formats: MPEG-1, MPEG-2 (VOB/ISO), MPEG-4 (DivX /Xvid), DivX HD, Xvid HD, AVI, MOV, MKV, RMVB, AVC HD, H.264, WMV9, VC-1, M2TS, TS/TP/M2T
- Subtitles: SAMI(smi), SRT and SUB
- Video resolutions: NTSC 480i/480p, PAL 576i/576p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p
- Audio: AAC, MP3, Dolby Digital, DTS, ASF, FLAC, WMA, LPCM, ADPCM, WAV, OGG
- Playlist: M3U, PLS
- Photo: JPEG files up to 20 megapixels, BMP, GIF, PNG, TIFF
- Supported File Systems: NTFS, FAT, FAT32, HFS+
- Output / Input:
- Video: Composite, Component, HDMI 1.3
- Audio: Stereo, Optical S/PDIF, HDMI 1.3
- Network: Ethernet 10/100 mbps
- Interface: 1x USB 2.0 at front, 1x USB 2.0 at back
- Power Adapter
- Note: Optional Wireless 802.11b/g/n adapter can be connected to front or rear USB host ports.
- TV Systems: PAL/NTSC
- Product Dimensions: 1.18 in H x 7.20 in W x 6.89 in L
- Weight: 1.11 lbs
- Inside the Box:
- Media Player
- AV Cable
- Component Cable
- Ethernet Cable
- EnergyStar compliant power supply
- FreeAgent Theater+ Software and User Guide (PDF)
- Set-Up Guide
- FreeAgent Go Portable Hard Drive (Solution Only)
- USB 2.0 Cable (Solution Only)
- Capacity: 500GB (Solution Only)
- 1-Year Limited Warranty
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Seagate FreeAgent Theater+ HD | 0 GB
Competitors
MSRP $199.95
Released December, 2008
Pros
- no fan, no noise
- can record and pause HD content with PC software installed
- can stream files as well as online content
Cons
- no wireless capabilities
- cannot replace the full usability of a media PC
- requires users to have an HD PC card for HDTV features
Seagate FreeAgent Theater Plus HD
vs.
SageTV HD 200
MSRP $229.00
Released March, 2006
Pros
- Integrated wireless
- Plays high-definition content
- Small footprint and sleek styling
Cons
- Limited to iTunes
- 24 hour movie rental time window
- Xbox with XBMC is cheaper and is more flexible
Seagate FreeAgent Theater Plus HD
vs.
Apple TV
MSRP $249.00
Released --
Pros
- Both WiFi and Ethernet connectivity
- Fully functional Opera Web browser
- DVR functionality
Cons
- Doesn't support HD video
- Can't pause or rewind live TV
- Limited content from Archos portal and CinemaNow
Seagate FreeAgent Theater Plus HD
vs.
Archos TV+
MSRP $129.99
Released November, 2009
Pros
- unassuming aesthetic
- includes remote control
- includes an HDMI cable
Cons
- unattractive and boxy
- no internal storage standard
- noticeable fan noise
Seagate FreeAgent Theater Plus HD
vs.
Patriot Box Office Media Player
MSRP $159.00
Released January, 2009
Pros
- includes HDMI and SPDIF coaxial output
- attractive enclosure
- includes a remote control
Cons
- USB 2.0 only
- poor format support
- Overall this is a good deal from a more reputable seller-other than the china distributors thats available now. Which can be good or bad, but one thing for sure if it don't work, its a long way back to china. So this is a good deal. What they need to include is a record function from a video in-which also needs to be included.
Seagate FreeAgent Theater Plus HD
vs.
LaCie LaCinema Classic
MSRP $349.00
Released July, 2008
Pros
- Connects to some Internet services
- Streams in high-definition
- DivX support
- Sleek and simple
design
Cons
- Internet services are limited to HP's choice
- Expensive
Seagate FreeAgent Theater Plus HD
vs.
HP MediaSmart Connect
MSRP $299.99
Released September, 2008
Pros
- First HD Slingbox to stream in HD to your PC
- Can be used in conjunction with SlingCatcher
- 60 minutes of video buffer for pausing, recording, rewinding live TV
Cons
- Not true HD when used with SlingCatcher
- No WiFi connectivity
- No HDMI inputs or outputs
Seagate FreeAgent Theater Plus HD
vs.
Sling Media Slingbox PRO-HD
MSRP $130.00
Released November, 2008
Pros
- includes digital outputs for both audio and video - allowing for use with expensive home theater equipment
- inexpensive
- includes a remote control
Cons
- cannot replace the full usability of a media PC
- no network connections - need to place media on a USB drive before watching
- requires users to have a USB drive
Seagate FreeAgent Theater Plus HD
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Western Digital WD TV
MSRP $300.00
Released June, 2009
Pros
- includes RF remote
- HDMI output
- optional Blu-ray disc drive
Cons
- WiFi is not built in
- not as versatile as a full media PC
- HDDs not included
Seagate FreeAgent Theater Plus HD
vs.
Popcorn Hour C-200
Reviews
October 1, 2009
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Pros
- digital video and optical outputs - including HDMI
- 1080p high definition output
- optional USB-WiFi adapter
- available with and without an external disk drive
- wired LAN connectivity for direct media streaming off a PC or Mac
- includes remote control
Cons
- no built-in WiFi, expensive add-on adapter
- no internal storage
- expensive compared to direct competitors
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October 28, 2009
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Pros
- digital video and optical outputs - including HDMI
- 1080p high definition output
- optional USB-WiFi adapter
- available with and without an external disk drive
- wired LAN connectivity for direct media streaming off a PC or Mac
- includes remote control
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