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Sony DVD Player
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Sony DVD Player
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Sony DVD Player

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.724704.6.a-d
Object Type Computer, Handheld
Manufacturer (Founded 1946)
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium plastic, metal, ink, rubber, adhesive
DimensionsOverall - 3D (.a DVD player) H 1 7/8 in x W 6 1/2 in x D 8 7/8 in (4.8 cm x 16.5 cm x 22.5 cm )
 Overall - 3D (.b Remote) H 1/2 in x W 4 7/8 in x D 2 1/8 in (1.3 cm x 12.4 cm x 5.4 cm )
Physical DescriptionSony portable DVD player (.a) with a remote (.b), a cord with block (.c), and a power cord (.d). The DVD player is black with silver and gray accents and has a high resolution LCD display and 8" widescreen. The DVD drive opens with a button. There are buttons below the screen for playback, volume, and navigation. The remote is black with gray and black buttons and a green power button. There is velcro attached to the bottom of the DVD player so it can fit inside its presentation box.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to President Barack Obama during the Obama Administration. It was received through the Office of the President and maintained there until its transfer to the National Archives in January 2017 for deposit with the Obama Presidential Library.Additional Details
National Archives Catalog CollectionBarack Obama Artifact Collection (National Archives Identifier 63542091)
National Archives Catalog SeriesDomestic Gifts (National Archives Identifier 66540613)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Possibly
Use Restriction NoteCopyright or other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the Barack Obama Presidential Library. The Barack Obama Presidential Library does not warrant that the use of materials will not infringe on the rights of third parties holding the rights to these works, or make any representations or warranties with respect to the application or terms of any international agreement, treaty, or protections that may apply. It is your responsibility to determine and satisfy any copyright or other use restrictions. Pertinent regulations can be found at 36 C.F.R 1254.62
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