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Step 1
Think about your needs. Will the portable DVD player just be used in the vehicle, or will you be using it outside the vehicle as well? If you will be using the DVD player outside the vehicle, look for one that is moisture and water resistant, as well as built more ruggedly to withstand the occasional bump or drop.
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Step 2
Consider the power source. If your portable DVD player will not be used outside the vehicle, a 12-volt DC power source should suffice. If plan to use the DVD player elsewhere, think about a player that runs on rechargeable batteries so that you can take it anywhere.
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Step 3
Look at your budget. Portable DVD players run from the very cheap to more than $500. Let your vacation budget inform your decisions and establish a price range to narrow your choices.
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Step 4
Look at the size of the screen. Portable DVD players typically have 7-inch screens or smaller, but some are available with screens that are much larger. Use the C-screen size to also help to narrow your choices.
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Step 5
Look for DVD players that can play a wide range of disc formats. For instance, vacations are a great time for family pictures. You may want to view picture CDs, audio CDs, DVD-ROMs or other disc formats.
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Step 6
Think about the space that you’ll have for your portable DVD player. Lots of times, the family car is quite packed for a vacation and you’ll want a DVD player that allows your family to comfortably view the screen without taking up too much space in the vehicle.
