| There are a lot of choices to be made when choosing | | | | the back passengers to view the video or DVD. |
| a backseat mobile DVD system. | | | | Do not forget about the all-in-one units that strap on to |
| The configuration that is most common is a monitor, | | | | the back of the front seats. Because these units are |
| DVD, and sound configuration. This is, of course, when | | | | self-contained, they are able to plug into your car' |
| all the different components are separate. There is the | | | | lighter for power. There should also be an option for |
| possibility of even adding wireless headphones. The | | | | audio and video output so you can plug in your |
| set up of these systems is generally simple and they | | | | headphones as well. |
| can be configured to expand. | | | | Most of these players will utilize your vehicle' own |
| Headrest monitors are another option you might wish | | | | sound system. You need to make sure that your |
| to consider. These monitors are mounted on the | | | | controller or head unit in the dashboard has audio input. |
| headrest or inside the headrest itself. This type varies | | | | These connections will be red and white and are called |
| in size from five to 7 inches. Many vehicle | | | | RCA connections. Some units also have the option of |
| manufacturers make headrests that are already made | | | | transmitting audio to a FM modulator. It does this by |
| with monitors. The headrest monitors will still need to | | | | transmitting a low power FM signal to your car audio |
| be connected to a VCR or DVD player. You will need | | | | system. If your unit has this capability then you will |
| to ensure that these two parts are compatible with | | | | simply turn to a specific FM channel (check your user |
| each other first. For the most part, these components | | | | guide for information) in order to hear the sound or |
| will be compatible. You should also have a receiver | | | | audio from your player. |
| controller that will send your video and audio signal to | | | | When choosing a setup that is perfect for your |
| the headrest monitors. | | | | backseat passengers, there are a few different |
| Would you like an overhead monitor instead? My | | | | options to consider. An overhead monitor, a |
| Honda Odyssey has one. These are monitors that are | | | | self-contained unit, or headrest monitors are all choices |
| mounted to the roof on the inside of the vehicle and | | | | you can make. |
| they fold down for viewing. This positioning allows all | | | | |