Initial IDM-830 8'' Portable DVD Player

Initial IDM-830 8'' Portable DVD Player

Product Description
Amazon.com Product Description
Initial's IDM-830 portable DVD player lets you decide when the movie starts wherever you are--in the kitchen, on a plane, or in the comfort of your own bed. The IDM-830 has an 8-inch active matrix LCD screen and S-video and composite A/V outputs so you can connect it to your home theater system. In addition to playing DVD movies and CD audio, the IDM-830 is compatible with DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CD-R/RW, and Kodak Picture disc formats and MP3 and JPEG digital file formats.

It features two built-in stereo speakers and a headphone jack, and it also provides Dolby Digital and DTS compatibility and an optical digital audio output. The IDM-830 features multi-aspect ratio playback capability (4:3 pan/scan, 4:3 letterbox, and 16:9 widescreen) and multi-angle viewing capability. It has a unique features that can zoom multimedia playback 2x, 3x, or 4x the original size (or shrink it by 1/2, 1/3, or 1/4 the size). Other DVD playback features include frame by frame, shuffle/program, and reverse/forward speeds up to 32x. It's powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery (with 2-hour video playback or 4-hour audio playback) or the AC adapter.

What's in the Box
Initial IDM-830, lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, remote control, 12-volt car adapter, video cable, audio cable and printed operating instructions.

Product Description:
Take the show on the road with this portable DVD player by Initial. The sleek design features an 8" active matrix LCD screen, built-in stereo speakers, headphone jack and multi-function remote control. Connectivity options include an S-video output, DTS sound output, composite video output/input and more, while playback formats include DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3, JPEG and Kodak Picture CD. Includes a 120V AC adaptor, 12V car adaptor, video cable, audio cable and rechargeable lithium battery for up to 2 hours of video playback or 4 hours of audio playback. Imported. 6Lx8-1/4Wx1-1/4H".

Initial IDM-831 8" Portable DVD Player
Average customer rating:
Initial IDM-831 8" Portable DVD Player

Manufacturer: Initial Technology
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Portable DVD Players | Portable Audio & Video | Audio & Video | Categories | Electronics
All | DVD Players & Recorders | Audio & Video | Categories | Electronics
Product Features:

Versatile Playback: DVD, CD, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3, Picture CD

Headphone Output

AV Output

S-Video

ASIN: B0002J9QWM

Product Description

Initial creates cutting-edge digital entertainment products with the highest standards of quality and affordability.PRODUCT FEATURES:The unit adopts MPEG2 coding format and this allows the unit to achieve over 500 lines of horizontal resolution;Multi - angle and multi - language offers unique viewing functions;Parental lock makes it easy to control the content of discs;The IDM-831 has a unique feature that can zoom multimedia playback 2X, 3X, or 4X the original size;Fast forward, fast reverse, slow play, frame play, repeat play and program play;It can search a specific part on a disc, especially good for watching action movies;8" TFT LCD and English OSD, makes the disc content clearer;Analog audio output, coaxial digital audio output can be connected with any amplifier to enjoy high quality sound effects;TFT color LCD, chargeable batteries, headphone output, convenient for enjoying great pictures and beautiful music on the go.

Amazon.com Product Description

The IDM-831 is a very small portable disc player ideal for travelers, students, and anyone looking for a more intimate viewing experience. It displays content on a hinged, eight-inch TFT LCD screen that's capable of 500 horizontal lines of resolution. When closed up and put away, the unit closed up to be a little more than an inch thick. And since it comes with a rechargeable battery pack and remote control, you can use it just about anywhere.

Video
The device is a full-featured DVD player with multi-angle, multi-language, and parental content lock capabilities. Aside from the usual fast-forward and chapter-forward functions, it also has a time search feature that lets you go directly to a specific timecode location in a DVD. It also has a playback zoom feature that lets you zoom up to four times in on a still frame or moving image, movable with arrow keys.

Audio
IDM-831 has a built-in speaker and two headphone ports, making shared viewing easier. What's more, an AV cable lets you pipe other content sources, such as a video game system, onto the IDM-831's screen, and also to use the device as a DVD player as a component of another screen. It even has a coaxial digital audio out port for plugging into an amplifier or TV system. It plays CDs, DVDs, and MP3 audio recorded on either media.

What's in the Box
IDM-831 portable DVD player, AV cable, rechargeable battery pack and charger, remote control, warranty card, owner's manual, car cigarette adapter, AC power adapter

Average customer rating:

Good feature and initial quality for the price
Horrible DVD Player
Product was defective - had to return
Gone through 4 in 10 months
Great portable player!

Initial IDM-830 8" Portable DVD Player

Manufacturer: Initial Technology
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Portable DVD Players | Portable Audio & Video | Audio & Video | Categories | Electronics

All | DVD Players & Recorders | Audio & Video | Categories | Electronics

DVD Players | DVD Players & Recorders | Audio & Video | Categories | Electronics

DVD Players | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics

Audio & Video | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics
Product Features:

Portable DVD player with 8-inch LCD screen; measures 8.3 x 1.2 x 5.8 inches (W x H x D)
Multi-aspect ratio playback capability (4:3 pan/scan, 4:3 letterbox, and 16:9 widescreen); multimedia zoom capability
Plays DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CD-R/RW, Kodak Picture disc formats, and MP3 and JPEG digital file formats
Includes S-video, composite A/V output
Dolby Digital and DTS output

ASIN: B0000DJX9P

Product Description

Initial creates cutting-edge digital entertainment products with the highest standards of quality and affordability.PRODUCT FEATURES:Versatile Playback Formats: DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3, JPEG, Kodak Picture CD;8" Active Matrix LCD Screen (TFT);S-Video Output;Composite Video Output / Input;Dolby Digital;Sound Output;DTS Sound Output;Optical Digital Audio Output;Audio Output / Input.

Amazon.com Product Description

What's in the Box
Initial IDM-830, lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, remote control, 12-volt car adapter, video cable, audio cable and printed operating instructions.

Customer Reviews:

Good feature and initial quality for the price.......2006-04-05

I just owned this unit for a few days so I am unable to judge its long term reliability. I had one glitch right out of the box: the LCD screen was completely dark! I connected it to a TV and everything looked OK. After fiddling for a while then I finally found the culprit: the "line select" switch was kind of set in the middle. After moving it to the "out" position then the picture came up and there are no dead pixels. However, there is nothing mentioned in the manual about what's the exact funtion of this switch. In summary,

The Cons:
* Poor documentation.
* The vertical view angle is limited.
* Not S-video cable which requires a special connector.
* No "seek" buttons on the console.
* Display dot pitch is kind of big (the screen door effect)

The Pros:
* Versatile audio capability, good speakers.
* Works with DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD+RW.
* Changeable region setting as mentioned in the previous review.
* The screen brightness, aspect ratio and color is easy to adjust.
* Relatively low price (from another vendor)

Horrible DVD Player.......2006-01-26

I purchased the 853, it's the same unit with an 8.5 inch screen. The first unit I purchased had bright red pixels all over. I took it back and exchanged it for the same model, the second one played the DVD for about 30 seconds and then choked. So I turned it off and back on again, but all it would do is say "Disc Unknown". I took it back for a full refund. This company makes the worst DVD players I have ever seen.

Product was defective - had to return .......2005-09-01

This player did not work. The screen went totally black within 10 seconds after putting the first dvd in it. It had sound, but no picture whatsoever. Had to return and did not buy it again. Went with a Mintek instead and it is working fine.

Gone through 4 in 10 months.......2005-04-14

This is the worst electronic product I have ever purchased. Returned once to store, then the next three times to the company due to black and white bars at the top of the screen every time and had to pay them an extra $50. for the aggrivation. Now they think to appease me by sending me a model that is much cheaper than the one that I originally purchased. I have since read numerous reviews following the same problem. And to think, they continue to make this DVD player.

Great portable player!.......2005-02-05

I've had this unit for about 2 months now and have never experienced the problems I've read on this site. What I like about the player is how light and portable it is..Not only can you use it in your car while traveling but you can move it to your other TVs in your house and hook up to the audio video input on your sets and your're ready to roll!! The picture is amazingly sharp compared to some of the other players I have seen and the screen is designed for widescreen DVDs..in other words the film fits perfectly in the screen!

It comes with a car adaptor and a really nice and thin remote control that works wonderfully! I highly recommend this unit!!

Initial IDM-830 Portable DVD Player with 8" LCD and Extra Universal Rechargeable Battery

Average customer rating:

Initial IDM-830 Portable DVD Player with 8" LCD and Extra Universal Rechargeable Battery

Manufacturer: Initial Technology
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Portable DVD Players | Portable Audio & Video | Audio & Video | Categories | Electronics

All | DVD Players & Recorders | Audio & Video | Categories | Electronics

DVD Players | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics

Audio & Video | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics
Accessories:

Monster Cable THX V100 AV-4 Audio / Composite Video Cable Kit
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Product Features:

8" LCD with 16:9 widescreen display to match the aspect ratio
High capacity rechargeable lithium battery; Built-in stereo speakers
Play DVD/MP3/CD/CD-R/CD-RW /Picture CD
Optical Output; Hi-Fi Stereo Earphone Output; AV Output/ Input, S-Video Output
Multi-function remote control; Anti-shock system ensures smooth playback during active use

ASIN: B000A0S4RQ

Initial IDM-830 8 Inch Portable DVD Player

Average customer rating:

Initial IDM-830 8 Inch Portable DVD Player

Manufacturer: Initial Technology
ProductGroup: CE

Audio & Video | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics
ASIN: B000HXXEXU

Average customer rating:

Initial IDM-830 8 Inch Portable DVD Player

Manufacturer: Initial Technology
ProductGroup: CE

Product Description

Initial's IDM-830 portable DVD player lets you decide when the movie starts wherever you are--in the kitchen, on a plane, or in the comfort of your own bed. The IDM-830 has an 8-inch active matrix LCD screen and S-video and composite A/V outputs so you can connect it to your home theater system. In addition to playing DVD movies and CD audio, the IDM-830 is compatible with DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CD-R/RW, and Kodak Picture disc formats and MP3 and JPEG digital file formats. It features two built-in stereo speakers and a headphone jack, and it also provides Dolby Digital and DTS compatibility and an optical digital audio output. The IDM-830 features multi-aspect ratio playback capability (4:3 pan/scan, 4:3 letterbox, and 16:9 widescreen) and multi-angle viewing capability. It has a unique features that can zoom multimedia playback 2x, 3x, or 4x the original size (or shrink it by 1/2, 1/3, or 1/4 the size). Other DVD playback features include frame by frame, shuffle/program, and reverse/forward speeds up to 32x. It's powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery (with 2-hour video playback or 4-hour audio playback) or the AC adapter. Versatile Playback Formats DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3, JPEG, Kodak Picture CD Picture Quality 8-inch Active Matrix LCD Screen (TFT) S-Video Output Composite Video Output / Input Sound Quality Dolby Digital Sound Output DTS Sound Output HDCD Decoder Optical Digital Audio Output Composite Audio Output / Input Hi-Fi Stereo Headphone Output Built-In Stereo Speakers Special Features Multi-Language Audio Playback Multi-Language Subtitle Playback Multi-Viewing Angle Playback Multi-Aspect Ratio Playback: (4:3 Pan Scan, 4:3 Letterbox, 16:9 Widescreen) Zoom/Shrink Playback (2X, 3X, 4X) / (1/2X, 1/3X, 1/4X) Forward Search/Fast Forward Playback (2X, 4X, 6X, 8X, 16X, 32X) Reverse Search/Fast Reverse Playback (2X, 4X, 6X, 8X, 16X, 32X) Frame by Frame Playback Shuffle/Program Playback Input/Output Composite Video and Audio Playback Parental Lock

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