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Audiovox VBP5000 Portable DVD and VCP Mobile Video System with 5.6" LCD | 
 enlarge | Brand: Audiovox
Category: CE
This item is no longer available
Avg. Customer Rating:  15 reviews
Media: Electronics
Number Of Items: 1
Batteries Included: No
Display Size: 5.6
Includes MP3 Player: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 19
Dimensions (in): 5.3 x 9.8 x 10.4
Warranty: 1 year warranty
MPN: VBP5000
Model: VBP5000
UPC: 044476012518
EAN: 0044476012518
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| Features:
| • | Portable DVD/videocassette player for cars; measures 9.8 x 10.4 x 5.3 inches (W x H x D) | | • | 5.6-inch LCD monitor that folds out and is reversible; powered by cigarette lighter adapter | | • | DVD and videocassette player (VCP) can be played simultaneously with optional second monitor | | • | 1 composite A/V input, 1 composite A/V output; compatible with CD-R/RW and MP3 | | • | Built-in stereo speakers (2 watts each); 2 headphone jacks |
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Product Description
All Audiovox "Video in a Bag" systems are built with flexibility in mind. The VBP5000 "Video in a Bag" system's main features include a 5.6" Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) monitor, Video Cassette Player (VCP) and a DVD player. The VBP5000 utilizes state of the art electronics and is designed for use in vehicles, hotels, the office and home. The "Video in a Bag" system is constructed to provide years of reliable, trouble-free service. The system is compact so that you can take it with you anywhere and is designed for quick and easy installation. The LCD monitor is detachable and can be utilized and stored separately from the main unit. Two additional monitors can be purchased and added to the system setup allowing you to utilize three monitors at once (two external and one attached). The connection of the additional monitor is plug and play.PRODUCT FEATURES:Plays DVD and VCP at the same time (optional second screen required);OSD;Dual speakers;Brightness and volume controls.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 10 more reviews...
 Very nice system - so far July 21, 2004
42 out of 42 found this review helpful
First off, I'm not under 13, I over 35...I just don't have an Amazon.com account and didn't want to take the time to create one! Now, for the review:
I purchased this unit (actually the Eddie Bauer version at Target) along with an additional screen and two sets of headphones in December 2003. Cost was an issue but it was the ONLY unit I could find locally on short notice that had BOTH a DVD and a VHS player. It comes with AC and DC adapter, s-video connectors for the screens, straps, and a nice carrying case. The screens can be placed on the back of a car headrest, held in your hand, or attached to the base unit. The base unit is fairly heavy and bulky so don't forget to strap it down!
Our initial use of the system was on an 11 hour road trip from Denver to Kansas City and then 11 hours back. It wasn't 30 minutes into our trip before my 4 year old was asking if we were almost there! On came the movie and all was quiet. We used the unit that night for probably 8 hours straight and again for about the same amount of time on the return trip with no problems. After that the unit sat in a closet for 7 months until a couple of weekends ago when we used it for an 8 hour trip total. Again, no problems.
What I like about the unit?
First, you can play BOTH DVDs AND VHS tapes. In fact, if you have two screens you can even play BOTH at the same time, one on one screen and one on the other! You select the video source via a slide switch on the front of each screen. Of course you can also plays CDs etc if you want. I also believe you can connect up to 3 or 4 screens in total. I haven't tried any home burned or copied movies so I cannot comment on how well the unit will work in this area.
Second, you can listen to the sound which is fairly good either through the speakers, headphones, or BOTH!
Third, the system's overall flexibility. You can actually use the screens separate from the base unit for other purporses; you can hook up a play station etc and use the system for game play while on the road; you can use the system at home via the AC adapter as a stand alone unit or as a DVD/VHS player; etc. etc. This is a VERY versatile system.
Video quality is good in my opinion. It is good enough for the kids and I watched two movies on it on our first trip without any problems. The screens have a brightness and volume control. The 5.6 inch screens are not very big but when the screen is only a few feet from your face on the back of a seat, it really does not have to be very big. Sound quality is good as well and the speakers will get louder than you'll probably need.
Now for the negative:
Well, nothing too negative really. Like I said the system is pretty big and heavy, mostly due to the VHS player I believe. The base unit fits just perfect between the front seats of my Durango resting on the console but the cords are long enough that you could probably locate it in a lot of places. The carrying case is nice and holds two screens and all the stuff. But, due to the overall size it is probably not something you would want to haul with you on a plane to use on vacation.
With this system you will need a power source. That limits you to home or vehile use unless you wanted to REALLY get carried away and buy one of those portable power sources.
The only other thing I can think of is the headphones. I purchased the headphones that go with the system thinking they would be geared more towards a child's head size. Well, they are big on my now 5 year old so she has to hold them in place...I DO like the fact that they have a volume control on the headphone cord however.
All in all we have been VERY please with the unit and, knock on wood, we haven't had any problems yet. If you need or want to play both DVDs and VHS tapes in one unit, this might be the only one still available. Plus, you really get much more. I hope the systems remains trouble free because I believe the system in total was around $800-$900 which is a lot of money to watch movies in your vehicle. But, given the unit's flexibility, you can use it for much more!
This system is AWESOME July 20, 2004
22 out of 25 found this review helpful
This little system is awesome. Beautiful uninterrupted or messed up pic on screen even when hitting major bumps. Color is EXCELLENT. Easy to set up and to take with you. Love it.
Exceptional equipment for the price! September 2, 2005
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
We love the unit. It's versatility was exactly what we were looking for in a portable unit. The ability to play both format simultaneously is awesome. The unit is a bit on the bulky side but it can be managed easily. We've place ours on the floor board of the second row seating....hooked the monitors on the driver and front passenger headrests. The picture and sound these monitors put out are great. The remote is easy to use and fully noted with what is what, etc. The carrying case is excellent with all its storage compartments for all the cords and hook ups. It plays CDs, DVDs, VHS tapes and MP3s with no problem. I have even been able to play recorded DVDs that I made from my home DVD recorder. The cost of our entire new unit was less than 150.00 and that included an extra monitor which I able to find for less than a hundred bucks. If you pay more than 200 dollars for this unit...you have paid too much. There are tons of them out on the internet for less....and BRAND NEW at that! eBay stores has them up for offer at this price. I did my homework when it came to searching for this unit. I can't believe some retailers and wholesalers are still trying to sell it at the huge price of 500.00 and up. Look around -- you will be glad you did. My kids love this unit. We have tons of vhs tapes that we were about to just scrap and repurchase the dvd format ... thank goodness we didn't. You can use the unit in the house as an additional dvd/video player. We use it when we go camping in our camper. When we travel I bring it into the hotel room so the kids can still enjoy it. Heck, it's used just about everyday. I've had no problems with overheating when traveling on long trips. The adapter is long enough to reach the back seat or back cargo space cigarette lighter. Oh by the way...did I mention that you can also hook up a video game system. How cook is that? My oldest plays videos while my youngest one is still watching movies. No more whining over who has control over who had the remote first! A great buy for our family.
Versatile system, does more than it claims! September 1, 2005
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
We picked this up recently, along with an additional screen. The picture looks great and sound is good too. While hanging it between two seats in the van put it too close to my toddler twins in bulky car seats, we were able to set the base between the two front seats and have them look down. Now here's the fun part: not only does it play VHS and DVD (presumably CDs and MP3s as well), it will also play CD+G Karaoke discs, making it a portable Karaoke system with one screen for the performer and one for the audience! Can you beat that? And such a great price. I tested several brands of CD+G discs and they all worked except for one. It even played a copied disc. Another great thing about this system is its portability. While it may seem a little heavy, you're getting VHS, DVD, two TV screens, and all the cords and adapters you'll ever need. And everything is separately cased. How beautiful is that? I also love the fact that I can take it anywhere in the house to watch videos or practice Karaoke. Great fun and a great unit and system. Buy this now and enjoy for a long time!
 Great choice if you have a large VHS Library as well as DVD September 7, 2005
4 out of 5 found this review helpful
There are many more compact DVD units out there at this price but the built in VHS player meant we didn't need to replace all the kids classics at $10-$20 a title.
Great unit is you what VHS with DVD and can handle the size (SUV and Minivan ok). It's really a transportable home/car/hotel unit as it needs an external power supply.
A great feature when buying an additional screen means the kids can watch different movies ( one VHS one DVD) at the same time. Saves some heated discussions.
Great bundle but pass if you just want DVD.
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