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Sony 9" Black Portable DVD Player - DVP-FX970

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Sony 9" Black Portable DVD Player - DVPFX970/ 9-Inch High Resolution Widescreen Monitor/ 6-Hour Rechargeable Battery/ 180-Degree Swivel And Flip Screen/ Touch Keys On Bezel For Easy Operation/ Multiple Format Disc Playback/ 2 Built-In Headphone Jacks/ A/V Input And Output/ USB Port/ Black Finish
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Sony 9" Black Portable DVD Player, Model DVPFX970

Move with your movies. This DVP-FX970 portable DVD player makes it easy to enjoy your favorite comedies, dramas and action flicks while on the road or in the air. Boasting a spacious, 9-inch, high-resolution display and up to 6 hours of battery life, this portable player is ideal for long flights and car rides—and includes a car adaptor to charge the battery on the fly. Conveniently located touch keys make it a breeze to operate, and a 180-degree swivel flip screen allows you to watch your favorite films at the most comfortable angle. You can also play your music CDs, then share the audio with a friend via two built-in headphone jacks. And when you get home, connect this player to your compatible TV or receiver with the included A/V cable to use it as a standard DVD player.

The Sony DVP-FX970 DVD Player is also your perfect travel companion. Allowing you to enjoy on-the-go comedies, movies, music, and more, this portable DVD player makes longer travels seem shorter. This Sony DVD player features a 9-inch high-resolution widescreen that can swivel 180 degrees to give you the most comfortable viewing angle. Watch movies alone or share the fun with a friend using the two headphone jacks provided. Operating this DVD player is a breeze with its touch controls that are located on the bezel. Your fun will never be interrupted due to lack of battery charge as this DVD player comes with a car adapter to charge the device on the move. It can play three full-length movies on a single charge for endless fun. With its built-in USB port, connect this DVD player to your computer and transfer your favorite multimedia files easily. This Sony 9" portable DVD player transforms into a standard one when it is plugged to your television.

Features:

  • 9-inch (diag.), high-resolution, widescreen monitor
    Enjoy entertainment on the go with the Sony® DVP-FX970 portable DVD player, featuring a nine-inch, high-resolution, widescreen LCD (800 x 480 resolution).

  • 6- hour rechargeable battery
    With up to 6-hours of battery life, the Sony® DVP-FX970 portable DVD player lets you watch approximately three full-length movies before having to recharge.

  • 180-degree swivel and flip screen
    A convenient180-degree swivel, flip screen allows you to watch your DVDs from almost any angle.

  • USB Port
    Allows for easy, convenient viewing of videos, photos and music listening from a USB device.

  • Touch keys on bezel for easy operation
    Easy-to-access touch keys are conveniently located on the bezel surrounding the player’s screen.

  • Multiple format disc playback
    View movies and photos and listen to music with multiple format playback.

  • 2 built-in headphone jacks
    Share your entertainment with friends and family with two built-in headphone jacks

  • Car adaptor included
    Included car adaptor helps make sure your DVD player is always
    ready to go no matter how long the road trip

  • A/V input and output
    Plug the DVP-FX970 into your TV using the A/V output, and included A/V cable, and it instantly becomes a standard DVD player for the home.

Specifications:

General

  • Colors : Black
  • Model Name : DVP-FX970
  • Color System : NTSC
  • Region Code : 1
  • Start Up Screen : Yes

Power

  • Power Voltage : 100-240V

Rechargeable Battery

  • Playing Time : Aprrox 6 Hours

Display

  • Dot : 800 x 480
  • LCD Mode : Full/Zoom/Normal
  • LCD Picture Parameter Adjustment(s) : Aspect (Full/Zoom/Normal); Back light; Contrast; Color; Hue
  • LCD Size : 9 inch Diag.
  • LCD Type : Wide Screen
  • Swivel LCD : Yes

Audio

  • Dolby® : Dolby® Surround Down Mix

Supported Media

  • CD (CD-DA) : Yes
  • CD-R/-RW : Yes
  • DVD Camcorder 8cm DVD : Yes
  • DVD+R : Yes
  • DVD+R Double Layer : Yes
  • DVD+RW : Yes
  • DVD-R : Yes
  • DVD-R Dual Layer : Yes
  • DVD-RW : Yes
  • DVD-Video : Yes
  • JPEG Playback : DVD-R/-RW/-R DL; DVD+R/+RW/+R DL; CD-R/-RW
  • KODAK Picture CD : Yes
  • MP3 Playback : DVD-R/-RW/-R DL; DVD+R/+RW/+R DL
  • USB Memory : Yes
  • Video CD : Yes

Convenience

  • Auto Power Off : Yes
  • Background Graphics : Yes
  • Child Lock : Yes
  • Closed Caption : Yes
  • Multiple Language Display : English (Default); Spanish
  • Parental Control : Yes
  • Screen Saver : Yes

Inputs and Outputs

  • Analog Audio Input(s) / Output(s) : 1 (Mini)
  • DC Input(s) : 1
  • Headphone Output(s) : 2 (Mini)
  • USB Input(s) : 1
  • Video Input(s) / Output(s) : 1 (Mini)

Playback

  • A-B Repeat : Yes (exc. VR mode)
  • Instant Advance : Yes
  • Instant Replay : Yes
  • Repeat (CD) : Track; All
  • Repeat (DVD) : Title; Chapter; All
  • Resume : Yes (1 disc)
  • Skip : FWD/REV

Supplied Accessories

  • AC Adaptor : Yes
  • AV Cable : Yes
  • Batteries : Type AA x 2 (manganese)
  • Car Battery Charger : Yes
  • Customer Registration Card : Yes
  • Instruction Manual : Yes
  • Instruction Manual Language : English; Spanish (Simple)
  • Remote Control : RMT-D195
  • Warranty Card : Yes

Approximate Dimensions:

  • Width: 8.7"
  • Height: 1.7"
  • Depth: 6.8"

Approximate Weight:

  • Shipping: 3 lbs

Footnotes:

  1. Estimated battery life of 6 hours under the following conditions: LCD backlight minimum, using headphones (no built-in speaker), at room temperature. Actual time may vary based on product settings, usage patterns, operating environment and battery condition.
  2. Headphones sold separately.
  3. DVD media/formats are not universally compatible.
Television TypeLCD
Player TypeDVD
Screen Size9"
Combo or SingleSingle
Number of Disc1
Player or RecorderPlayer
CompatibilityCD, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD, DVD+R DL, DVD+R, DVD+RW, JPEG
Surround Sound DecodingDolby Surround Down Mix
DVD Video UpconversionNo
3D CompatibleNo
THX CertifiedNo
Wi-Fi EnabledNo
Wi-Fi Dongle IncludedNO
Resolution800x480
Internet Movie StreamingNO
Multi Brand RemoteNO
1080p Video OutputNo
Component Video Outputs1
HDMI OutputsNo
RS-232C PortNo
Digital Optical OutputsNo
Digital Coaxial OutputsNo
Analog Audio Outputs1
Ethernet PortsNo
Wall-MountableNo
Height1.7"
Width8.7"
Depth6.8"
  

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REVIEW SNAPSHOT®

by PowerReviews
Sony 9" Black Portable DVD Player
 
4.5

(based on 11 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (7)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (3)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (0)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (1)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (0)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Compact (4)
  • Easy to set up (4)
  • Easy to use (4)
  • Attractive (3)
  • Great picture quality (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

        • Was this a gift?:
        • No (5)

      Most Liked Positive Review

       

      The Best In It's Class

      The Sony DVP-FX970 is awesome at this price point. Having researched all other comparable players and personally tried out many; the Sony is better in every category except battery life in some cases (although...Read complete review

      The Sony DVP-FX970 is awesome at this price point. Having researched all other comparable players and personally tried out many; the Sony is better in every category except battery life in some cases (although 6 hours is still very solid). The screen picture quality is fantastic. It's not HD, but its close to the best you can get without bluray. It is the highest resolution you can get at this price. It's a clear, crisp and bright picture. The sound quality is great for a portable player. This player is as sold as any portable DVD player I have held. The Sony has a nice feel and design. The biggest reason I am writing a review is to clear up some things that were vague in other reviews, around the internet, but I feel are important to those who may be a little more tech savvy or even for those who may want to learn a few things.

      VS

      Most Liked Negative Review

       

      This player is ok not ...

      This player is ok not great. Upside, It's light weight, great battery . Down side. You have to go into "OPTIONS" every time and change the screen format to g...Read complete review

      This player is ok not great. Upside, It's light weight, great battery . Down side. You have to go into "OPTIONS" every time and change the screen format to get a full picture. The remote has no on/off button and isn't laid out very well. Needs to have a 10"+ screen. I replaced a 6 year old Philips PET1030 that was by far better than the Sony, unfortunately they stopped making them. I'll purchase something else next time.

      Reviewed by 11 customers

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      4.0

      I realy like the product

      By Manny the great

      from Salinas CA

      About Me Power User

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Attractive Design
      • Compact
      • Consistent Performance
      • Easy To Set Up
      • Easy To Use
      • High Quality Picture

      Cons

      • Speaker problem

      Best Uses

      • Bedroom
      • Dorm Room
      • Home
      • Home Theater

      Comments about Sony 9" Black Portable DVD Player:

      only the problem is the speaker,when turn to volume the speakers sound static something wrong,.. anyway the product is good I'm using Bose speaker.........

      • Was this a gift?:
      • No

      Comment on this review

      (1 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

       
      2.0

      This player is ok not ...

      By Kooky486

      from ARIZONA

      Comments about Sony 9" Black Portable DVD Player:

      This player is ok not great. Upside, It's light weight, great battery . Down side. You have to go into "OPTIONS" every time and change the screen format to get a full picture. The remote has no on/off button and isn't laid out very well. Needs to have a 10"+ screen. I replaced a 6 year old Philips PET1030 that was by far better than the Sony, unfortunately they stopped making them. I'll purchase something else next time.

      Comment on this review

       
      5.0

      Serves the Purpose

      By tj

      from Milwaukee

      About Me Enthusiast

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Attractive Design
      • Compact
      • Consistent Performance
      • Easy To Set Up
      • Easy To Use
      • High Quality Picture

      Cons

        Best Uses

          Comments about Sony 9" Black Portable DVD Player:

          Serves the purpose perfectly of an easy, convenient dvd player for causal, spontaneous viewing.

          • Was this a gift?:
          • No

          Comment on this review

           
          5.0

          Love It!

          By Tent Camper

          from Portland Oregon

          About Me Casual User

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Compact
          • Consistent Performance
          • Easy To Set Up
          • Easy To Use
          • Great battery life
          • High Quality Picture

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Camping
            • Car
            • Tent

            Comments about Sony 9" Black Portable DVD Player:

            This product was great. We went "winter tent camping". It is often cold and rainy without much to do when it gets dark so early. We often watch DVD's on our laptops but did not want to risk ruining them. I got this for my husband for Christmas. It worked great in our tent, in the car and next to the fire!

            • Was this a gift?:
            • Yes

            Comment on this review

            (2 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

             
            5.0

            Great Christmas present

            By Greeny

            from Los Angeles, CA

            Comments about Sony 9" Black Portable DVD Player:

            This player has a long 6 hour life. The screen is better than most other portable players but not as good as some tablet screens. I like the touch strip for controls over push buttons. Sound is not loud but clean. It has a composite video out with special included cable as well as line in. Remote is big considering it is for a tiny player but laid out nicely. I would have liked more video input formats than just AVI and MPG. It wont play most of my MPG files since the resolution is often higher than 750x480. It does not play any Apple formatted video or audio. It reads Dane, Sandisk, Lexar and other flash drives beside Sony micro Vault but it is probably easier to just record AVI files onto a DVD and play them. I can have up to 6 two hour movies on one DVD in AVI (640x360)

            Comment on this review

            (6 of 10 customers found this review helpful)

             
            4.0

            REMOTE IS BAD PLAYER IS GOOD

            By THEREVEREND

            from TEXAS

            Comments about Sony 9" Black Portable DVD Player:

            THE CONTROLS ARE TOO CLOSE TOGETHER ON IT - SO YOU NEED TO USE THE REMOTE AND THE REMOTE DOES NOT LAST - MY PLAYER IS GOOD BUT CANNOT FIND A WAY TO CONTACT THEM TO BUY A NEW REMOTE... BIG DOWNSIDE -- MAY HAVE TO BUY A WHOLE NEW PLAYER JUST BECAUSE THE REMOTE WENT OUT!!!

            Comment on this review

             
            5.0

            Sony 9" Portable DVD Player

            By anitasline

            from Hillsdale, N.J.

            About Me Casual User

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Attractive Design
            • Compact
            • Easy To Set Up
            • Easy To Use
            • This is a great product

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Bedroom
              • Home

              Comments about Sony 9" Black Portable DVD Player:

              The service at ABT was wonderful. The product arrrived sooner than expected. A pleasure to do business with ABT.

              • Was this a gift?:
              • No

              Comment on this review

              (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

               
              5.0

              Awesome

              By meldog6

              from Spring Valley,Il.

              About Me Gearhead, Practical

              Pros

              • Durable
              • Easy Controls
              • Good Picture
              • Good Sound
              • Lightweight
              • Long Battery Life
              • Portable

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • At Home
                • In The Car
                • Office
                • Travel

                Comments about Sony 9" Black Portable DVD Player:

                Picture and sound is great. Won't skip over the most bumpy roads. Easy to use.

                • Was this a gift?:
                • No

                Comment on this review

                (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                5.0

                I love this product.

                By Mey

                from Chicago

                About Me Frequent Traveler, Practical

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Easy Controls
                • Good Picture
                • Good Sound
                • Lightweight
                • Long Battery Life
                • Portable

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • At Home
                  • In The Car
                  • Travel

                  Comments about Sony 9" Black Portable DVD Player:

                  I'm also using it as a standard DVD.

                  • Was this a gift?:
                  • No

                  Comment on this review

                  (4 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

                   
                  5.0

                  The Best In It's Class

                  By mikeatsu

                  from Provo, Utah

                  Comments about Sony 9" Black Portable DVD Player:

                  The Sony DVP-FX970 is awesome at this price point. Having researched all other comparable players and personally tried out many; the Sony is better in every category except battery life in some cases (although 6 hours is still very solid). The screen picture quality is fantastic. It's not HD, but its close to the best you can get without bluray. It is the highest resolution you can get at this price. It's a clear, crisp and bright picture. The sound quality is great for a portable player. This player is as sold as any portable DVD player I have held. The Sony has a nice feel and design. The biggest reason I am writing a review is to clear up some things that were vague in other reviews, around the internet, but I feel are important to those who may be a little more tech savvy or even for those who may want to learn a few things.

                  Comment on this review

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                  Sony 9" Black Portable DVD Player

                  Sony 9" Black Portable DVD Player

                  UPC Code: 027242816268
                  $134.00
                  Discontinued


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