Need some advice, looking for a portable dvd player - Tilted Forum Project Discussion Community

JayRock · 05-18-2004, 09:35 PM

Im in the market for a portable dvd player.

I need advice as to which to get. Heres what im looking for. A big screen (so im not squinting), a good battery life (an additional battery would be nice too), and a reliable name.

I do a lot of bus traveling (minor leagues) and I need something to do on the bus.

Price really isnt an issue, but a decent price would be nice.

Thanks for the advice.

JayRock · 05-19-2004, 08:46 PM

can anyone out there offer any suggestions?

qtpye4u84 · 05-20-2004, 03:27 AM

Panasonic, the screans are big and they are really slim.
You could always get a gameboy sp to keep you busy also.

junglistic · 05-21-2004, 06:03 AM

if price really isnt an issure why not go for a laptop. I think even if it is a bit more money, it would be much more worth it.

The 12" powerbook is a nice laptop to travel with.

JayRock · 05-21-2004, 06:58 AM

i already have a laptop, but the battery life isnt fantastic. Im looking for something a little more lightweight and portable.

*I have a Dell 5150 3.06ghz P4 lappy*

powerclown · 05-28-2004, 04:19 PM

I went with the Toshiba SD-P2500 about a month ago. I recommend it, no complaints at all. Great-looking picture.

-8.9" screen
-Good remote
-Progressive-scan DVD play
-2 mini stereo headphone jacks
-S-video & Component video output

I was going to get a laptop to play DVDs as obviously its alot more than just a DVD-only player, but for what I needed it for (airline travel) a laptop screen is way too big, won't open all the way. They also make an optional battery good for a reported 5 hours of playtime. Be aware though that this model doesn't come with a car adapter.
*Note that the model pictured here is the SD-P2600 model, which is identical to the 2500 except the 2600 has a FlashCard slot for reading memory cards.

Tdoggg · 06-02-2004, 10:23 PM

That looks like a great one, although the car adapter would be nice... How much was it??

powerclown · 06-03-2004, 10:26 AM

Sixty Bucks

I was in a rush and had to shell out the dough, so they might be cheaper elsewhere i dont know. I know there is a 7" screen polaroid model at BestBuy that comes with a car adapter, for under $300 I believe.

05-18-2004, 09:35 PM	#1 (permalink)
JayRock Upright Location: Turn left down that street then right and im on the left	Need some advice, looking for a portable dvd player Im in the market for a portable dvd player. I need advice as to which to get. Heres what im looking for. A big screen (so im not squinting), a good battery life (an additional battery would be nice too), and a reliable name. I do a lot of bus traveling (minor leagues) and I need something to do on the bus. Price really isnt an issue, but a decent price would be nice. Thanks for the advice.

05-20-2004, 03:27 AM	#3 (permalink)
qtpye4u84 Flavor+noodles Location: oregon	Panasonic, the screans are big and they are really slim. You could always get a gameboy sp to keep you busy also. __________________ The QTpie

05-19-2004, 08:46 PM	#2 (permalink)
JayRock Upright Location: Turn left down that street then right and im on the left	can anyone out there offer any suggestions?

05-21-2004, 06:03 AM	#4 (permalink)
junglistic Insane	if price really isnt an issure why not go for a laptop. I think even if it is a bit more money, it would be much more worth it. The 12" powerbook is a nice laptop to travel with.

05-21-2004, 06:58 AM	#5 (permalink)
JayRock Upright Location: Turn left down that street then right and im on the left	i already have a laptop, but the battery life isnt fantastic. Im looking for something a little more lightweight and portable. I have a Dell 5150 3.06ghz P4 lappy

05-28-2004, 04:19 PM	#6 (permalink)
powerclown Junkie Location: Detroit, MI	I went with the Toshiba SD-P2500 about a month ago. I recommend it, no complaints at all. Great-looking picture. -8.9" screen -Good remote -Progressive-scan DVD play -2 mini stereo headphone jacks -S-video & Component video output I was going to get a laptop to play DVDs as obviously its alot more than just a DVD-only player, but for what I needed it for (airline travel) a laptop screen is way too big, won't open all the way. They also make an optional battery good for a reported 5 hours of playtime. Be aware though that this model doesn't come with a car adapter. *Note that the model pictured here is the SD-P2600 model, which is identical to the 2500 except the 2600 has a FlashCard slot for reading memory cards.

06-02-2004, 10:23 PM	#7 (permalink)
Tdoggg Upright	That looks like a great one, although the car adapter would be nice... How much was it??

06-03-2004, 10:26 AM	#8 (permalink)
powerclown Junkie Location: Detroit, MI	Sixty Bucks I was in a rush and had to shell out the dough, so they might be cheaper elsewhere i dont know. I know there is a 7" screen polaroid model at BestBuy that comes with a car adapter, for under $300 I believe.