Panasonic DVD-LV55 Portable DVD Player
great product but needs more &quot;stuff&quot; to be a true traveler
I bought this to entertain the kids during a cross-country drive.  The picture is amazingly clear and the sound generally good (a little tinny on the high notes of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang).  During the highway drive, I received no complaints of skipping.  I was surprised to find out after I bought it, though, that the manual forbids use of a car power adapter.  On calling their 800#, they recommended a $99.95 adapter made by another company.  The battery is long lasting, but the drive was longer.  I would also suggest that they include ear phones and, because it's a delicate piece of machinery, a carrying case.  All of these things can be bought elsewhere, but I didn't figure in these costs when shopping for the DVD itself.