
9-inch (diag.), high-resolution, widescreen LCD 
6 -hour rechargeable battery 
180-degree swivel, flip screen 
USB Port to enjoy movies, music and pictures on 
the go
Touch key controls on bezel for easy, convenient 
operation
Car battery adaptor, AV cable and remote 
included
Multiple format disc playback
2 built-in headphone jacks 
Selectable Sound modes for enhanced listening
9-inch (diag.), high-resolution, widescreen monitor: Enjoy entertainment on the go with the Sony
® 
DVP-FX970 
portable DVD player, featuring a nine-inch, high-resolution, widescreen LCD (800 x 480 resolution).
6- hour rechargeable battery: With up to 6
-
hours of battery life, the Sony® DVP-FX970 portable DVD player lets you 
watch approximately three full-length movies before having to recharge.
180-degree swivel and flip screen: A convenient180
-
degree swivel, flip screen allows you to watch your DVDs 
from almost any angle.
USB Port: Allows for easy, convenient viewing of videos, photos and music listening from a USB device.
Touch keys on bezel for easy operation: 
Easy-to-access touch keys are conveniently located on the bezel 
surrounding the player’s screen.
Multiple format disc playback: View movies and photos and listen to music with multiple format playback.
2 built-in headphone jacks: Share your entertainment with friends and family with two built
-
in headphone jacks
.
Car adaptor included: Included car adaptor helps make sure your DVD player is always ready to go no matter how 
long the road trip.
A/V input and output: 
Plug the DVP-FX970 into your TV using the A/V output, and included A/V cable, and it 
instantly becomes a standard DVD player for the home.
 

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Features
General 
Color System: NTSC 
Region Code: 
1
Start Up Screen: Yes
Video 
Black Level Set up: Yes
Audio 
Dolby®: 
Dolby® Surround Down Mix
Convenience 
Parental Control: Yes 
Child Lock: Yes 
Screen Saver: Yes 
Auto Power Off: Yes 
Background Graphics: Yes 
Closed Caption: Yes 
Multiple Language Display: English 
(Default); Spanish
Playback 
A-B Repeat: Yes (exc. VR mode) 
Instant Advance: Yes 
Instant Replay: Yes 
Repeat (CD): Track; All 
Repeat (DVD): Title; Chapter; All 
Resume: Yes (1 disc) 
Skip: 
FWD/REV
Display 
Dot: 800 x 480 
LCD Mode: Full/Zoom/Normal 
LCD Picture Parameter Adjustment(s): 
Aspect (Full/Zoom/Normal); Back light; 
Contrast; Color; Hue
LCD Size: 
9 inch Diag.
LCD Type: Wide Screen 
Swivel LCD: 
Yes
Specifications
General
Colors: 
Black
Model Name: 
DVP-FX970
Inputs and Outputs
Headphone Output(s): 2 (Mini) 
USB Input(s): 1 
Analog Audio Input(s) / Output(s): 1 
(Mini)
DC Input(s): 1 
Video Input(s) / Output(s): 1 (Mini)
Power
Power Voltage: 100-240V
Supported Media
CD (CD-DA): Yes 
CD-R/-RW: Yes 
DVD Camcorder 8cm DVD: Yes 
DVD+R: Yes 
DVD+R Double Layer: Yes 
DVD+RW: Yes 
DVD-R: 
Yes
DVD-R Dual Layer: Yes 
DVD-RW: Yes 
DVD-Video: Yes 
JPEG Playback: DVD-R/-RW/-R DL; 
DVD+R/+RW/+R DL; CD-R/-RW
KODAK Picture CD: Yes 
MP3 Playback: DVD-R/-RW/-R DL; 
DVD+R/+RW/+R DL
USB Memory: 
Yes
Video CD: Yes
Rechargeable Battery
Playing Time: Aprrox 6 Hours
Measurements (Approx.)
Dimension (W x H x D): 8.7 x 1.7 x 6.8 in 
(223 x 44 x 173mm)
Supplied Accessories
AV Cable: Yes 
Batteries: Type AA x 2 (manganese) 
Remote Control: RMT-D195 
Warranty Card: Yes 
AC Adaptor: Yes 
Car Battery Charger: Yes 
Customer Registration Card: Yes 
Instruction Manual: Yes 
Instruction Manual Language: English; 
Spanish (Simple)
1. Estimated battery life of 6 hours under the following conditions: LCD 
backlight minimum, using headphones (no built-in speaker), at room 
temperature. Actual time may vary based on product settings, usage 
patterns, operating environment and battery condition.
2. Headphones sold separately.
3. DVD media/formats are not universally compatible.
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All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners. Features 
and specifications are subject to change without notice. All weights and 
measures are approximate.