Sony KV-1397R
Andy King
September 16, 2024, 11:50 am
March 8, 2025, 1:30 am
September 16, 2024, 11:50 am
March 8, 2025, 1:30 am
Summary
Standard 80s 13" color set from Sony. This model has a composite input - if yours is RF-only, it cannot easily be modified for composite.
There is no special edition color of this CRT. The pink edition is not in any way affiliated with Mary Kay (this rumor originated from Facebook and is making its rounds). This TV was available for sale in several different colors including pink. The available colors were black, white, pink, red, faux woodgrain / silver,
Manuals
- Owner's Manual
- Service Manual (Sam's Photofact)
- OEM Service Manual unavailable - please send it to me if you buy it.
Notes
The "R" in the model number denotes a model which has support for remote control via IR remote.
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Specifications | |
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Brand: | Sony |
Manufacturer: | Sony |
Model: | 1397R |
Series: | KV |
Viewable Size: | 13" |
Inputs: | Composite, RF |
Formats: | NTSC |
Aspect: | 4:3 |
Vertical Output IC: | LA7830 |
Jungle: | CX20192 |
Tube: | Sony Trinitron , A34JBU10X , A34JBU70X |
Heater Voltage: | 6.3v |
Deflection: | 90° |
Mask: |
Aperture Grille
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Tint: | Dark |
Removable Glare Film: | No |
Speakers: | Mono |
Remote: | RM-729 |
Application: | Consumer |
Launched: | 1986 |