This is the operating manual of the Sony DVP-FX820 portable CD/DVD player.
This manual covers safety precautions, proper installation, and handling of the Sony DVP-FX820 portable CD/DVD player, including battery care, AC and car adapters, and environmental warnings. It also lists the accessories supplied with the unit and explains how to prepare the player for use.
The guide details operation of the remote control, LCD panel rotation, disc compatibility, audio and video settings, and troubleshooting tips. A full specifications table is included, describing laser type, audio performance, power consumption, dimensions, and environmental limits.
| Laser type | Semiconductor laser |
|---|---|
| Audio frequency response | 20 Hz – 22 kHz (DVD), 20 Hz – 20 kHz (CD) |
| Harmonic distortion | 0.01 % |
| Dynamic range | 90 dB (DVD and CD) |
| Power consumption (DVD playback, battery pack) | 23 W |
| Power consumption (DVD playback, no battery pack) | 8.5 W |
| Dimensions | 225.4 × 33.5 × 164.9 mm (8 7/8 × 13/8 × 6 1/2 in) |
| Mass | 920 g (2.03 lb) |
| Operating temperature | 5 °C – 35 °C (41 °F – 95 °F) |
| Operating humidity | 25 % – 80 % |
| LCD panel size | 8 inches diagonal |
| LCD resolution | 800 × 480 (effective pixel rate > 99.99 %) |
No, the player cannot play Blu‑ray discs.
The remote uses a CR2025 lithium battery.
Rotate the LCD panel up to 180° clockwise, then fold it down; do not exceed 180°.
The player consumes 23 W when playing DVD video with the battery pack.