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Panasonic DVD-LS86 Portable DVD Player
With the Panasonic DVD-LS86 Portable 8.5" DVD Player you can immerse yourself in multi-format DVD video, and Dolby Digital audio playback capabilities. Integrate this player into your home theater system or take it on your next vacation. Either way, you will enjoy high resolution DVD playback with exceptional digital sound quality. This ultra-compact portable DVD player offers an amazing 13-hours of playback on a single charge. In addition, it features Anti-Skip Protection - whether it's for your next road trip, to view family photos on holiday or enjoy your favorite movie on the train, the playback will remain jitter free, even on the bumpiest of commutes.
Moreover, two people may listen simultaneously to the same movie or music with their own headphones anytime, anywhere. The wide-screen 8.5" LCD pivoting display offers multiple free-style viewing angles, while maintaining a very bright image. If you want a unified, stylish, and easy-to-use portable DVD player, look no further than the Panasonic DVD-LS86.
- High-Resolution 8.5" LCD Screen
- The 8.5" (16:9) LCD display reproduces a crisp, bright view of your DVD movies, and its adjustable viewing angle (pivoting) offers many free-style viewing options.
- 13-Hours of Continuous Playback
- You have the ability to play your favorite DVDs for up to an amazing 13-hours on a single battery charge.
- Plays Multiple Movie and Music Formats
- Compatible DVD formats include: DVD-Video, DVD-R/W, DVD+R/W, DVD+R DL, DVD-R DL, DVD-RAM, CD, CD-DA, CD-R/W, DivX, MPEG-4, WMA, MP3, and JPEG.
- DivX Home Theater Certified
- DivX is video compression software, which enables high quality video to be compressed into very small files then downloaded onto CD-R or CD-RW and played back with very little loss of quality.
- Built-In Dolby Digital and DTS Sound
- Outstanding sound is generated through this player, with the inclusion of Dolby Digital and DTS technologies, you can be assured this unit plays back the highest quality audio.
- Advanced Surround Sound
- Simulates a surround sound effect using only the front two speakers, so you can enjoy Dolby Digital 5.1 channel surround sound without an elaborate home theater system.
- Dialogue Enhancer
- Dialogue Enhancer increases the center channel volume (relative to other channels), making movie dialogue easier to hear and understand.
- Multiple Viewing Angles
- Freestyle viewing enables the screen to be tilted to a vast array of positions for viewing. The screen can even be folded flat onto the unit to create a tablet and the buttons are still accessible to control the unit without needing to move the screen.
- Dual Headphone Jacks
- This unit offers dual headphone output jacks, which enables two people to listen to music or movie soundtracks simultaneously with separate headphones.
- Built-In Speakers
- Speakers contained discretely within the unit allow for watching a DVD without headphones. You can even playback a CD through the built-in speakers. Having built-in speakers enables greater flexibility to watch DVDs.
- Lightweight and Slim Design
- The DVD-LS86's features a slim and lightweight design of only 2.4 lbs.
| Video | |
|---|---|
| System | NTSC |
| Region | 1 |
| Progressive Scan | No |
| HD Upconversion | No |
| Display | |
|---|---|
| Screen Size | 8.5" (215.9mm) |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Resolution | QVGA |
| Audio | |
|---|---|
| Dolby Digital / DTS Compatibility | Yes |
| HDCD Decoding | No |
| Audio D/A Converter | Yes, 96KHz/24-Bit |
| Virtual Surround | Yes |
| Built-in Speaker | Yes |
| Disc Playback Formats | |
|---|---|
| Video | DVD-Video, DVD-R/W, DVD+R/W, DVD+R DL, DVD-R DL, DVD-RAM |
| Audio | CD, CD-DA, CD-R/W, WMA, MP3, DivX |
| Pictures | JPEG |
| Convenience | |
|---|---|
| Digital Media Slot | No |
| Slow Motion Playback | Yes |
| Frame-by-Frame Playback | Yes |
| High Speed Scan | Yes, x200 |
| Variable Speed Playback | Yes, x0.6 - x1.4 |
| Bookmarking | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| Zoom | Yes |
| Connectors | |
|---|---|
| Analog |
A/V In/Out: x1 (3.5mm Mini) Headphone: x2 (3.5mm Mini) |
| Digital | N/A |
| General | |
|---|---|
| Remote | No |
| Power Requirements | 100-240VAC, 50/60Hz |
| Power Consumption | 22W |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 9.6 x 2.1 x 7.1" (243.8 x 53.3 x 180.3mm) |
| Weight | 2.48 lbs (1.12kg) |
| Color | Black |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 19 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Portable (11)
- Good picture (10)
- Long battery life (10)
- Lightweight (9)
- Good sound (8)
Cons
Best Uses
- Travel (11)
- At home (10)
- In the car (7)
- Office (4)
- Bedroom (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Practical (7), Casual user (5), Traveler (5)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (8)
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Pros
- Attractive Design
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- High Quality Picture
Cons
Best Uses
- Airplane Flights
- Travel Trailer
Comments about Panasonic DVD-LS86 Portable DVD Player:
This is a great gift for my husband who is a "real" TV watcher. He can watch it in the car, travel trailer, airplane, anywhere.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Battery life
- Compact
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Travel
Comments about Panasonic DVD-LS86 Portable DVD Player:
When my wife took a plane trip across the country with our little girl who was then 1 year and 3 months old, our little one cried non-stop for five and a half hours. On the next trip, she gave the two of us some trouble as well. Fast forward to two and a half years old with an upcoming trip to India, involving non-stop travel legs of at least 10 hours each. At the insistence of my wife, I purchased this DVD player, with the key focus being on BATTERY LIFE. This thing is specd to play non-stop for 13 hours with the right settings. It did not disappoint on the plane, and kept our little one entertained for hours. Also, the universal charger was very convenient in India, where the voltage is 240V/50Hz. Five stars to this product and ten stars to my wife for suggesting it.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy To Use
- High Quality Picture
- Screen moves closer
Cons
Best Uses
- Bedroom
- Dorm Room
- Vending Locations
- Work studio
Comments about Panasonic DVD-LS86 Portable DVD Player:
I use this DVD player in my working glass studio. I like it because I can set it up anywhere and it fits anywhere. I'm also looking forward to taking it to professional shows when I vend my glass to play my video of me working in my glass studio. Useful, easy to move around and transportable without a lot of fuss!! Highly recommend it!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Compact
- Consistent Performance
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy To Use
- High Quality Picture
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Panasonic DVD-LS86 Portable DVD Player:
Great picture, easy to use!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Compact
- Consistent Performance
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy To Use
- High Quality Picture
- Holds battery charge good
Cons
Best Uses
- Bedroom
- Dorm Room
- Really good for travel
Comments about Panasonic DVD-LS86 Portable DVD Player:
WE took this on a trip and it played continually for 10 hours. It holds its charge for a long time and just keeps going. It also charges up quickly. The picture is clear and sharp and the sound is also good.
I would have liked a bigger screen but I am pleased wit hthis product.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Batt Life
- Compact
- Consistent Performance
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy To Use
- High Quality Picture
- Size
Cons
Best Uses
- Garage
- Travel
Comments about Panasonic DVD-LS86 Portable DVD Player:
Excellent unit for the price with long battery life... The picture and sound quality are fine at normal settings. Sound gets a little distorted if you max out the volume. Found a second use for the device to get more usage. Had a spare LCD in the garage collecting dust and now I have a system I can watch while I tinker. This does not require much space or a power cord.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
- Consistent Performance
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy To Use
- High Quality Picture
Cons
- Good headphones needed
Best Uses
- Bedroom
- Dorm Room
- Home
- Travel
Comments about Panasonic DVD-LS86 Portable DVD Player:
Great for travel, Long battery life, and durable for travel. Needs VERY GOOD noise cancelling headphones for air travel, or volume/sound is difficult to hear. Great picture, easy to use.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy Controls
- Good Picture
- Good Sound
- Lightweight
- Long Battery Life
- Portable
Cons
Best Uses
- At Home
- In The Car
- Travel
Comments about Panasonic DVD-LS86 Portable DVD Player:
I had an earlier model of this before, which kids dropped on concrete and broke the screen. I bought this again without hesitating. It supports all the media types I have, it has decent picture and sound. It is lightweight, easy to carry. It is a lifesaver when traveling with kids. It is quite durable, keeps on working even with kids poking the screen and the lens. Battery life is close to what they claim.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy Controls
- Good Picture
- Good Sound
- Lightweight
- Portable
Cons
Best Uses
- At Home
Comments about Panasonic DVD-LS86 Portable DVD Player:
I purchased this DVD player as a way to make my daily exercise bearable. Because of arthritis, I cannot walk for long distances, but have to use a recumbant bike. It was the most boring thing in the world - and inconvenient to put in front of a TV - Exercise is going great with my new portable DVD player - sound is great, picture is fantastic - I just put on a favorite movie and start peddling. Conveniently fits on a small stool beside my bike - easy to take out, set up and put away. Perfect for the person like me who hates gadgets and pluggy-ins.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Good Picture
- Good Sound
- Lightweight
- Uncomplicated operation
Cons
Best Uses
- At Home
Comments about Panasonic DVD-LS86 Portable DVD Player:
This DVD player was purchased for my elderly mother so that she could play DVDs and CD with the flexibility of moving it to a comfortable and convenient place. This model was also purchased because of advertised longer battery life.
The player is small and not heavy, but seems durable. Operation is uncomplicated. The screen is a good size for viewing and the picture and sound are good.
The only slight drawbacks with this small and sleek looking player are the keys. The volume adjustment toggle switches are black-on-black so that they are hard to see; they are narrow keys flush with the surface and located at the edge of the player. We had to mark them so that she could see them easily. Also, the user guide uses terms that do not apply to the unit - such as the instruction to push the "Play" key when the key is named "On" on the unit.
Don't know about battery life yet.
Otherwise, so far (a couple of weeks), so good. She is very pleased with it.
Pros
- Easy Controls
- Good Picture
- Good Sound
- Lightweight
- Long Battery Life
- Portable
Cons
Best Uses
- At Home
- In The Car
- Office
- Travel
Comments about Panasonic DVD-LS86 Portable DVD Player:
I got this to make quick checks of CD and DVD duplicates. It does a good job with that, loads quick, easy format change form 4:3 to 16:9, I like that it plays MP3s. Decent screen size and will probably use it to show finished DVDs to customers. Screen can be seen from wide viewing angles. Don't expect HD picture. It looks good but definite dots in the picture when seen from 18-24 inches. Decent sound from built-in speakers, but as other people have commented, the volume control is in an awkward position -- you keep accidentally turning it up or down while trying to hand-hold the unit.
Pros
- Long Battery Life
- Portable
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Panasonic DVD-LS86 Portable DVD Player:
We own 3 players from different manufacturers and I like this one best. The Sony is OK but does not have as good a display and less play time per charge. Like most of these devices, controls are hard to use in darkness with poor tactile feedback which is why I gave 4 not 5 stars. Overall I will get a second unit when the Sony gives out.
Pros
- Easy Controls
- Good Picture
- Lightweight
- Long Battery Life
- Portable
Cons
Best Uses
- At Home
- In The Car
- Travel
Comments about Panasonic DVD-LS86 Portable DVD Player:
I bought this portable DVD player to replace an aging one that I was having problems with. My primary concern was compatability with multiple DVD formats. This player has not had a problem with any disk including duel layer cd's. I not crazy about the placement of the volume comtrols but that's a minor issue
Pros
- Lightweight
- Long Battery Life
- Portable
Cons
- Poor Sound
Best Uses
- Travel
Comments about Panasonic DVD-LS86 Portable DVD Player:
I travel a fair amount and love the diversion a portable dvd player provides. I purchased this dvd player to replace one that finally wore out. The reason this one was so appealing was the long battery life. I have not been able to test how long the battery actually stays charged, but I was able to watch two movies on a recent flight with no problem. I would buy this player again. One thing I did notice is that I had to adjust the volume several times. Speaking was low so I would raise the volume, but music or sound effects were way too loud so I would turn down the volume. I have not had this problem with my previous dvd player, so it may be a problem with this player.
Pros
- Durable
- Easy Controls
- Good Picture
- Good Sound
- Lightweight
- Long Battery Life
- Portable
Cons
Best Uses
- At Home
- In The Car
- Travel
Comments about Panasonic DVD-LS86 Portable DVD Player:
My wish was to find a DVD player that would last for an entire airline flight and not give me a low battery warning when a movie was about to end. This machine delivers with a sharp picture, nice color and a compact and fairly light package. Add to that clear and robust audio and this machine and I have to say this beat my expectations. Of course the battery doesn't last 13 hours as claimed but it's enough to watch a Lord of the Rings movie and a couple of Twilight Zone episodes. I highly recommend it. Price is comparable to other players that advertise a six hour battery life. Panasonic did this one right.
Pros
- Durable
- Easy Controls
- Good Picture
- Long Battery Life
- Portable
Cons
Best Uses
- At Home
- In The Car
- Office
- Travel
Comments about Panasonic DVD-LS86 Portable DVD Player:
DVD is fantastic design, solid,sharp screen, long life battery, however No remote control and screen only fold to one direction no swivel.
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 Panasonic DVD-LS86 Portable DVD Player:
I love this machine. The screen is a great size and has good clarity. The only thing I don't like about it is the location of the volume buttons as they are on the side of the machine which are easy to knock when moving the machine around.
Pros
- Durable
- Easy Controls
- Good Picture
- Good Sound
- Lightweight
- Long Battery Life
- Portable
Cons
- May not be loud emough
Best Uses
- At Home
Comments about Panasonic DVD-LS86 Portable DVD Player:
The main reason I bought the Panasonic DVD player is its multi-format capability. We can play back programs recorded on our DVD recorder, as well as standard movie DVD's. We can catch up on our tv shows while running on our treadmill (we put a shelf for it on the treadmill control panel bar), or anywhere. The picture quality and sound are fine. I do wish the audio volume could be turned higher, but headphones help.
Pros
- Good Picture
- Good Sound
- Long Battery Life
- Portable
Cons
Best Uses
- At Home
- In The Car
- Office
- Travel
Comments about Panasonic DVD-LS86 Portable DVD Player:
I use the Panasonic DVD-LS86 player to view DVDs that I cannot watch at the time of rental because I am too busy. It has excellent quality at a reasonable price.
I love that it lasts for 13 hours on a battery charge. It is the only DVD player I know of that plays this long, and it is reasonably priced.
The DVD player serves my purpose, and I have not noticed, or had it long enough to explore the things that are bad about it.
It is an excellent and quality purchase.
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