Still shuddering at the thought of a 40 column by 2 VFD. Ugh. (Note: they don't even say "column" on their site - thankfully it's not pixels. ha

Yes, but I agree with their mentalty, I can read the screen away from the device. I will hold this against the RioReciever, and any other device that integrates into my stereo rack that can't be used from the couch. A RioReciever in the bedroom on my nightstand seems to be a better idea. Of course, if I go all out with the Rio solution, this shouldn't be an issue soon. Those blurry photos of the mystery device do give one thing away, it sure looks to be a bright display.