DVD-Player Reviews

This player worked great!! This was my first DVD player for my TV. Set up in no time. I got an open box buy from a store. No problems.

The unit plays MP3 cd-r discs, as well as DVD-R & DVD-RW!!

Cheap and reliable. Plays MP3's too.

I purchased this DVD player a few months ago. I hooked it up with no problems. I put a DVD in and it played. We have a more expensive unit in the living room, and I find this one much easier to use. You get more bang for the buck on this one. I love this player, and I recommend this player to anyone looking for good player without spending too much money.

"Panasonic stands for a commitment to quality, value and innovation, bringing you ideas for life." The company is now trying to preserve this promise and reputation as one of the top competitors in today's digital market. Panasonic's latest release is the DVD-LX9 portable DVD player. Let's find out how it ranks among others in the field as we put it to the test....full review @ Bytesector.com

I wanted to buy my wife a portable DVD player and reviewed several models to include "hands-on" demos and the quality of the Panasonic easily beats them all. The number one feature to consider, of course, is picture quality and the LA-9 mimics a HD picture --truly amazing for such a small unit. The LA-9 is pricy but well worth the cost. We often take plane trips lasting 3-5 hours so it got even pricier as we also bought the optional battery pack for longer play and sound cancelling earphones. The cradle is a big plus as we use it to play DVDs through our kitchen TV. All in all, a VERY flexible unit with features galore for either travel or at-home use. If you can afford it, this is the one to get.

Had this unit for two weeks and it is great. It plays all types of media list in description on panasonic.com PLUS DVD-RW. I have a sony recorder RDR-GX7 (great recorder), and it records dvd-rw. The LX9 Plays it without problems even though the manuel says it does not it does.
picture quality is great and many menu features which help tweek picture. I have not used it on battery long enough to determine how long it last but it comes with a cord so use it instead.
music cd's work great, cdr and cdrw with mp3s only. It does not take long to load up as some reviews added.
overall another qualitly product from panasonic. I highly recommond.
I used the external speakers and must admit they are pretty good. a little flimsly but sound wise pretty good.
the internal speakers are loud enough however.
if you want a unit that plays mostly any disk out there, you cant go wrong with the panasonic LX-9

Let me first say that all DVD players are not created equal. I once thought so until I bought a top-of-the-line 57" HDTV rear projection television.

I tried an older JVC DVD player and a newer Sony Progressive Scan DVD player, and both players performed poorly...neither had video processors srong enough to carry a sharp image across a large screen area.

I decided to go with the Harmon Kardon DVD-25; the picture was and continues to be extremely satisfying, and it is a nice looking unit. As has been mentioned by other reviewers, the HK DVD-25 plays a variety of formats.

I would be lying to you if I told you it was the best; there are other DVD players out there that go for even more Benjamins than DVD-25 and likely perform better (such as Denon models and some Onkyo models), but if you're on a budget and you need a high-end DVD player that can muscle a sharp image onto a large HDTV, then Harmon Kardon is the way to go.

I have used several DVD players but this is by far the best quality of any. Don't believe it when someone says that all DVD players have the same quality picture, it just isn't true.

This machine is solid, performs well, and very easy to use. I highly recommend if you're sick of spending hundreds of dollars on equipment that seems as if it was made in a toy factory.

I've really enjoyed this player, with only small quibbles: -it has a difficult time playing CD-R media -there are no time display choices (i.e. it only displays count up) -it sometimes seems stubborn in choising a disc for removal (conversely, the stubbornness allows you to turn the player off and resume a DVD from the point you quit). Great random play for CDs (it wisely ignores DVDs in this mode); Has all the outputs that I need. The remote. Haven't found anyway to override regions (not that there's any real reason to do so).

I already had a Panasonic DVD player and was very happy with it. The picture and sound quality both met my expectations. When I was looking for a second DVD player this one really stuck out for a few reasons. First I like the Panasonic product, and second it allowed me to remove my multi-disc CD changer. I'll be honest, there really aren't a whole lot of reasons to get a multi-disc DVD changer unless you are just really lazy and want to load your next ten hours of movies at one one time. But the ability to use it as a CD changer makes this unit real nice. If you are like me you already have a lot of peripherals in your system and combining two of them is a real help.

The Panasonic DVD-C220 represents last year's top of the line. Some of the newer features available this year are missing (zoom). It can't read CD-Rs neither can any of the other players released last year.

This player has a great picture, especially the notable clarity, sharpness & color. The sound is as good as any CD player I've used. It has 2 sets of audio/video outs + S-VHS, component & 2 digital audio outs (1 coax + 1 optical).

Among the best features is the ability to play audio CDs and skip over DVDs. Great if like me, you are using the DVD player as a CD player.

The on screen menus are easy to understand if you read the manual and the indicator lights are informative as well. Plays all of the CD's and DVD's I have tried very well and hasn't skipped yet. Even plays one CD that won't play on my other systems. The audio is great for music and the audio on DVD is fantastic. The disk change is not slow at all and noise is to be expected but it is not annoying in the least. As for the tray, you can't push it closed - you have to push the button.

If you're looking for a multi-disc DVD/CD changer for a great price, this is a very good unit to consider. However if CD-R compatibility is a must, I'd say go for Pioneer's 3 Disc changer.

Hope this helps

This is a wonderful machine. I purchased the LV-75 for use while traveling but I have found that I use it almost every day. The picture quality is fantastic and it contains all the features that you could possibly want even when hooked up to your home system. The sound quality is very good while using headphones and adequate through the built in speakers. I assume that the sound quality will improve with future models - that is the only minor flaw I can find. If you are seriously considering a portable DVD player I highly recommend choosing one with a 7" screen. The viewing area is sometimes cropped a bit depending on the films format and there's no space to waste on a 5" screen. Overall I am very impressed with this player and feel that I made the right decision after researching many different models.

Just bought one of these from Amazon. Have had no problems whatsoever. Plays double sided disks, does not get warm, no reflection from silver casing. Battery lasted me easily through the in-flight portion of a cross country plane trip with a stopover. If you want perfect sound and a perfect picture, get a home theatre, not a portable DVD player. It's true the controls are not that intuitive, but that's what the manual is for. There was one movie I couldn't hear that well on the plane with the noise-cancelling headset on, but I could hear the other, so you may want to bring a variety when you travel. A major life-saver for frequent travelers. If you can afford it, buy it.

I just bought this thing from Amazon and all I can say is WOW!!!!

This is probably the best purchase I have ever made. This thing is everything I ever expected and more!! It's easy to use as well - even my wife can operate it!

I have to say, everyone out there who is thinking of buying this, stop thinking. I bought it and I am extremely happy with it the moment I powered this thing on. YOU ABSOLUTELY POSITIVELY CANNOT GO WRONG WITH THIS PURCHASE! I GUARANTEE IT!!!

I am not sorry I bought this product. The screen is big enough for one person, looks fine and you can play with the aspect ratio, which comes in handy. The audio needs to go through a headset -- the speaker stinks. Downsides: The extra battery costs almost as much as the player and the power cord is bulky and isn't compatible with anything else, I think. We hauled this all over Europe without a problem. There may be better deals out there now, but I am satisfied with this unit.

I bought this DVD for my family this Christmas. It was the best buy of the season. It has already paid for itself in entertain-
ment hours. The picture is GREAT. The sound is wonderful. We have taken it on the road with us and hooked it up to the t.v. in the hotel room. There have been times when we have used this instead of our home DVD. The only thing I have not tried is the battery.
I read all the reviews on this item and others. Everything I read in the reviews were right on target. I am glad I bought this DVD. Price did play a role in my purchase. I wanted to spend around 300 - 400.00 dollars. I did not look at too many DVD's that were higher. But for the money I am very happy.

This unit was designed with the traveller in mind. Here are some of the excellent features I've observed:
1) LCD display can swivel out forward and lean almost flat against the unit - great for cramped viewing quarters like economy class on an airplane.
2) Can simulate Dolby Digital and DTS effects in your regular headphones. The effect is breathtaking - it's like having a surround sound home theater in your headphones. Action movies never sounded so good.
3) Comes with battery model CGR-H603 which lasted for 2 hours and 26 minutes in my test with the LCD set to factory default brightness and the audio level set to 6 (very loud). You can reduce the brightness to increase the battery life.
4) An optional extended life battery is available (CGR-H601) which in the same test lasted for a whopping 4 hours and 30 minutes. That's a combined 7 hours of battery life - great for those longer flights.
5) When the battery dies in the middle of a movie, simply pop in another charged battery and the player will automatically continue the movie from the point where the first battery died. Very convenient.
6) Lightweight! This unit is very light and portable.
7) The 5 inch screen is very easy to watch. The size is not a limiting factor as you quickly get lost in the movie and even forget you're viewing a small screen.
8) This player supports 16:9 letterbox (widescreen) and 4:3 boxed modes.
9) Comes with a full featured remote control.
10) This unit can be hooked up to a TV or home theater receiver with the included RCA/Composite cable.
11) Options include car lighter adapter, cassette adapter, optical cables and more.

Overall, this is the best portable DVD player I have ever been exposed to. It's quality built and small enough for serious travel. ....

It's worth it! Spend a little more $$ and purchase this Toshiba player. Don't waste your time and money on cheaper models like I did. I first purchased the Mintek MDP-1810 to save a few dollars but I was very disappointed in the picture quality. I could barely read the text titles on Alien Resurection (You can especially see the quality difference in movies with darker scenes). Unlike the Mintek, the Toshiba LCD screen has one of the sharpest displays I have seen while shopping around for a better portable DVD player.

My final decision came down to models: The Toshiba SD-P2500 and Samsung L200. The three deciding factors were: 1) The Toshiba is not as bulky as the Samsung L200 and has progressive-scan output. 2) The Toshiba has easier menu functions and ergonomic design IMHO. 3) Longer battery life: 3.5 vs 3 hours. I was able to watch the entire EXTENDED version (2 DVDs) of Lord of the Rings Two Towers before the battery died.

I have only two complaints about this unit:
1) The view angle is not the greatest and takes some adjusting but once you find the right placement, the picture is sharp and clear.
2) The included accessories are limited. I wish Toshiba would have included the BitstreamPCM cable to connect into your receiver for 5.1 digital output. Also, no car AC/DC adapter is included.

My 16 month old daughter and 12 year old step-daughter love that I have purchased this portable dvd player. Long car rides will never be the same again. Plus I'm sure my husband will get a lot of use taking it to work with him. I own a 2002 Dodge Durango and this unit fits perfectly between the two front seats and with my youngest behind me in her car seat she can't reach the unit to kick it. Battery life is long and charges quickly. Picture quality and sound is so good I don't need headphones to enjoy anything I am watching. This unit isn't very expensive for all the quality you get out of it so don't buy the cheap Minitek models because this one smokes them all.

It doesn't come with a car adapter, but go on ebay and they sell them cheap. Because of the size of the screen it was hard to find a decent case because most of them will only accomidate barely 8 inches. I went to Circuit City and they sell a bag called "Targus" and this bag will do the trick. I even brought my Toshiba 2500 into the store and sized it up. Plus the bag holds extra dvd's and cables, really a good buy and I recommend picking it up because this one switches from a back-of-chair viewing to a suspension between the two front seats.

If you can get your hands on this please do so. I did my homework on portable dvd players for over 6 months and I am proud to say I know I couldn't have done any better.

I travel a lot, and since I bought SD-P2500 I cannot imagine travelling without it. While I never owned a competing model, I've looked at them, researched them and this is the one to get. 8.9'' screen is just the right size -- probably the biggest you can have and still call it portable. The sound and picture quality is simply great. Two headphone jacks can definitely be handy. The battery lasts, and charges fast. And now, four months later, I can also add that this DVD Player can live through a lot of abuse. :-)

I recently purchased this player at CC for 219 after rebate. It measures up in every way except one. The small screen size. I was very impressed with the quality of the build, the image, the sound, the controls, but I have a hard time enjoying movies or jpgs on such a small screen. I am a big Toshiba fan. I had a chance to try the 7" Toshiba. This little Panasonic player seemed far superior in evry way. I just can't get be happy with a small screen. I will wait for the release of the new Panasonic 7"

Compared to the Chinese imports (Apex, Initial, Cyberhome, etc.), the Panasonic DVD-LS5 is definitely a premium model, and both the price and quality show. If you just want to watch DVDs on the road and don't mind teeny sound or blocky images, the low-end models will serve you well. In fact I love my 8-inch Initial. On the other hand, if you want to truly enjoy a mobile DVD experience, you gotta buy this product.

Better styling and build quality aside, the Panasonic has at least three significant advantages over non-Japanese players: 1) the screen is clearer and offers better viewing angles horizontally, so you can share the joy of DVD with another person; 2) the sound is just incredibly loud for a small player like this, unlike the low-end players -- in fact it feels almost like surround sound in a quiet room; 3) the tilting mechansim is really cool and allows you to adjust the screen angle freely.

The battery snaps to the back (and raises the player a bit) and offers a little over 2 hours of viewing pleasure. All considered, the Panasonic player is also much more portable than the other ones; even with the battery installed we are talking something you can just grab and watch, as opposed to carrying in two hands.

Is the Panasonic worth the extra money over the other players? I definitely think so.

This little DVD player is excellent. There are many portable DVD players on the market now, with pretty much standard spec as above, with 3hr battery life, multi-format read, etc.. There are also cheaper models out there with larger screens, but why buy this model??
That is the exact question I had when buying this model, it is not the cheapest model on the market, nor does it have the same screen size as the competition, but the quality of the picture and sound win the day here.

The screen is super sharp, with colour, contrast perfect. The sound is crisp. This unit is also very compact with the battery attached, unlike the cheaper alternatives, whose batteries are the same size as the player itself.

This portable DVD is highly recommended for its practicality, build quality, and performance. I would also recommend buying an additional battery (6 hr battery can be bought) which is also available. A real performer.

When I first received the dvd I thought to myself this little thing will not be able to project the way I like to watch movies, boy was I wrong. This dvd is so powerful and brilliant color I would recommend it to everyone.

I own a few portable dvd players, but none compares to Panasonic's LV-57. Super slim and weighing just under 3 Lbs., the LV-57 is targetted towards those serious movie fans who would like to view their favorite movies on the go. Now you can go to "Entertainment Outlet", pick up a new release and pop it into your dvd and off you go into the magical world of celluloid movies. It's so small and tiny you can fit it in your coat pocket while strolling down 5th Avenue. Pop it open as you relax on a park bench or in a subway car. The hours will fly by as you enjoy all your favorite movies. Battery life is the major factor for any hard core movie buff and the LV-57's 5 hour battery life is number one among portable dvd's on the market. Add an extra battery (which I was lucky enough to purchase at "Data Vision" for only 60 dollars) and you will be able to enjoy 10 hours of continuous movie viewing. The third quality that makes the LV-57 the choice for the hard core dvd viewer is the high quality sound which eminates from this tiny unit. Yes, the LV-57 packs quite a wallop. ...

I had no idea when I ordered this how much this little thing could actually do! I was a little sad that it had a 5 inch screen, but the battery length more than makes up for it. Other brand players have been reported to have frozen up, but my LV57 hasn't given me any problems yet. A great product, worth the cost.

My wife had a deal at Bloomingdales: "Spend [x amount of money] get this [Toshiba SD2300] DVD player for [y amoiunt of dollars]." So we did, and I got the player.

I was told that the Toshiba players were good, and at the [money] I spent, I figured if I was wrong, then so what, at least I got a good price on my first DVD.

Well, the good news is that the player is really good, with excellent picture, sound quality, and features.

I had planned to buy a Toshiba, and when I saw the deal, I jumped on it. At the price it is offered at now, it is still a great deal.

Anyone who buys this player is likely to enjoy it. I got lucky with the Bloomingdales' deal.

I bought this because several on-line reviews rated it very highly for the price. I have had it for about a month and am stunned by the visual quality. I can't say much for the audio (no receiver, just TV :( ). All discs I have played have had ZERO trouble, just pop it in and play it. I highly recommend this product.

This DVD player was exactly what I was looking for.