::plug it in::

I can hardly contain my excitement. I've found a way to plug O's iPod Video into a portable DVD player! What I mean is, I Googled the topic and someone who is more electronically facile had the answer.

There are portable modules out there--such as the iLuv family of DVD players--that are equipped with an iPod docking station. The only problem is, the docking station does not support the newest Apple products--iPod Classic (6G), iPod Touch and iPhone. What to do?!

Instead, try hooking your Apple video player directly to a portable DVD player. These are the things you'll need:




1. A portable DVD player that has an "A/V in" jack

2. Any component RCA to 1/8" A/V cable (for DVD player)

3. An Apple composite cable (for Apple player)

4. A three-RCA coupler (to connect male DVD cable to male Apple cable)

5. An iPod which supports color videos (nano, 5G iPod Video, 6G iPod Classic, iPod Touch or iPhone)

With the numerous portable DVD player options available, it is hard to decide which model to buy. Most people opt for a folding model that comes with a rechargeable battery. However, I opted for a flatter version for the car that can be strapped onto the back of the seat headrest. The downside, of course is that you have to be near a plug-in power source to use it. It comes with its own car power adaptor and regular plug.Insignia, Best Buy's own brand made by Toshiba, offers DVD players that comes with dual 7" or 9" flat screens. This model actually comes with it's own FEMALE RCA to 1/8" A/V cable, which eliminates the need for #2 and #4.

Trust me, it works. Should O be watching TV at such a young age? Maybe not. But it certain will keep her entertained during long road trips. Blues Clue's and Teletubbies can't be that bad!