Tablet-Style Portable DVD Player Provides Big Entertainment in a Slim Package
Providing a world of entertainment in a fashionable package, the DRC618N RCA Portable DVD Player features a "tablet" style design. Measuring an ultra-compact 7.95 x 6.06 x 1.02 inches, the durable DRC618N includes a 7-inch, 16 x 9 LCD screen and plays back mp3 encoded discs in addition to DVDs. An A/V input enables quick and easy connection to video games, camcorders and television sets and a high-power, rechargeable Lithium battery provides up to three hours of viewing. Added conveniences include a car adapter, espX skip protection, a headphone jack for private listening, a card-sized remote control and audio/video cables for connecting to audio and video sources. Suggested retail price of the DRC618N is $449.

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