Wide Screen In A Small Space

The nine inch widescreen LCD monitor on this PalmTheater will make you the envy of fellow travelers. Or anyone else, for that matter. The advanced LCD provides beautiful imagery, and even allows you to watch movies in the standard 16:9 widescreen format or conventional 4:3 TV formats like letterbox and pan-and-scan. So it doesn't matter if the movie you want to watch has been formatted for a movie screen or a TV screen, it will look great on your 9 inch LCD screen. And, it folds down into such a compact little package that you'll be able to carry it with you wherever you go without being burdened by extra size and weight.

Several Surround Sound Options

Offering incredible digital surround sound, DTS is the sound system of choice for many theaters. This portable DVD player is equipped with a built-in DTS decoder, eliminating the need for an external decoder. By connecting this DVD player directly to an A/V receiver with 5 or 6 discrete inputs, you can enjoy the amazing 5.1 channel digital surround sound offered by DTS encoded discs. The built-in Dolby Digital decoder delivers crisp, theater-like sound. Even without an elaborate home theater system, you can still enjoy the thrilling sound of Dolby Digital 5.1 channel soundtracks. Thanks to Advanced V.S.S., a surround sound effect is simulated by using only the two front speakers. With Headphone V.S.S. you can enjoy the same effect by yourself if you like.

High Speed Scan & Frame-by-Frame

Get crystal clear scan quality in five speeds, ranging from slow motion to high speed, in both forward and reverse. At the highest setting, you can search at an incredible 100-times the normal speed in order to rapidly locate desired points on a disc. When scanning at the initial forward setting, you can also hear the soundtrack. Frame Advance (forward & reverse) offers incredible control when you're looking for a specific image and Auto Switching Field/Frame Still adds versatility, making it easier to make fine picture adjustments among other things. The easy to use joystick control adds convenience by giving you more precise control.

Included With Purchase

Standard accessories include remote control, rechargeable battery pack, audio/video cables and an AC adapter.

Comparison Specifications

• 9" Diagonal Widescreen LCD Monitor
• S-Video output, Composite (RCA type) video output
• Built-in DTS and Dolby Digital 5.1 Channel Surround Decoders
• Optical Digital Output
• 5.1 Channel Audio output
• CD-R/RW, MP3 , DVD Audio, DVD-RAM/R Playback
• Multi-bit Audio D/A Conversion system
• 27MHz/10-bit Video D/A Converter
• Slim Size Remote Control

Additional Specifications

• 4:3/16:9 Zoom Screen Selector
• Still Picture Display
• Auto Switching Field/Frame Still
• Frame Advance (Forward & Reverse)
• High Performance Multi-bit D/A Conversion System
• Dialogue Enhancer
• Twin Laser for DVD/CD Playback
• Easy-to-use Cursor Key
• Built-in Function LCD
• Hi-Speed Smooth Motion Scan

Manufacturer Specifications

• Chapter Preview
• On-Screen Menu Icons
• Enhanced Portability with New Rechargeable Battery
• Meets Energy Star Guidelines for Energy Efficiency
• Built-in Recharger Function
• Built-in Stereo Speakers
• Rechargeable Battery Pack

Dimensional Specifications

• 34.6 oz.
• 9 1/16" x 6 11/16" x 1 3/32"

Panasonic DVD-LA95 Warranty Details

1 Year Parts, 90 Days Labor

Awesome!

Reviewed By: Donna Holm - Lake Worth, Florida

I just purchased an SUV and the salesman suggested it would be cheaper to purchase a portable DVD player rather than theirs, a $2000 option. I read the reviews and selected the Panasonic DVD LA-95. The product arrived within 24 hrs I only paid for 2 day shipping. We took the player on a plane trip and it was great. I have 2 teens and we bought a splitter for the headphones. The sound without the headphones is excellent too. The picture is crisp. The screen is sufficient at 9', I don't think there are any bigger on the market right now. The player itself is lightweight, fits anywhere. Batteries only last about 2-2 12 hrs so an adapter is a must for long trips. We've used it in the car and placed it on a pillow. No skipping. This player now travels everywhere with us.

Panasonic DVD-LA95

Reviewed By: Chad Gauntt - Houston, Texas

This is my fifth and, by far, best portable dvd player. Panasonics are far better than any other brand and this is the best panasonic (I've owned three). The picture is fantastic. Most impressive is its minimal weight and thickness. I would highly recommend this player (but you need to buy a spare battery since the included battery only lasts about 1 1/2 hours.)

This made me the coolest guy on the plane.

Reviewed By: Sean Kelly - Santa Clara, CA

Using a clever battery design (it's in the hinge), Panasonic's made a really slim DVD player that's got a huge screen yet weighs no more than a small book.

The imagery on the 16:9 LCD is crisp and clear. Even in low brightness mode (to save on batteries), movies were clearly visible on the airplane. The player automatically displays anamorphic widescreen movies and 4:3 material with side bars. For titles that don't encode their screen size, you can manually select from several zoom modes, which is a nice touch.

The built-in speakers struggle to overcome the noise of the airplane, but that's what the headphone jack is for. Unfortunately, there's just one headphone jack. Other players I looked at included two, so bringing along your own splitter is a necessity when traveling with family, as I do.

When I got to the hotel, I plugged this player into the TV there using the supplied A/V cables, hit PLAY, and closed the lid. It doesn't have progressive video output, but then again, I haven't been in a hotel yet which had progressive-capable TVs! TV output is a great capability.

In addition to left/right stereo and composite video outputs, this player can do S-video, analog 5.1, and optical audio outputs, too.

Another great feature is the built-in MP3 decoder. I brought along a some CD-ROMS I burned with MP3 music files and we had days worth of listening pleasure. In fact, our trip ran out before our music did!

Panasonic's on-screen menus and controls are like their A/V component sized systems: a little confusing at times. I still can't figure out why "ACTION" is supposed to mean "SET UP." The little remote control is cute, but the cursor navigation and combined enter key knob is a bit finicky and requires a delicate touch.

Best of all, this player kept my daughter occupied during the flight, instead of crying out loud and begging to run around the plane. And the sleek design and beautiful screen will make you the envy of everyone else on the plane.

BEST PORTABLE DVD PLAYER

Reviewed By: S. LIONG - garden city, KANSAS

1. LIGHT WEIGHT
2. EASY TO OPERATE
3. NICE SIZE SCREEN WITH SHARP IMAGES
4. SURROUND SOUND CAPABLE
5. EXCELLENT SLOW MOTION FEATURES FRAME BY FRAME
6. MUCH IMPROVED IN TECHNOLOGY COMPARING TO MY OLD PANASONIC DVD L-10
7. YOU WON'T REGRET TO OWN ONE