Summary

The L series PVMs were the last CRT professional monitors produced by Sony. Of those, the 14L1 is the most basic in its size class, with a simplified chassis design that's similar to a consumer TV. It has two composite video inputs and two S-Video inputs, and is equivalent to the PVM-14N5U from the previous generation. The tube, yoke, and flyback are the same as the PVM-14L2.

Literature

• User Manual
• Service Manual
• Sales Brochure

Notes

While this monitor does not have RGB or component video, the jungle chip does have RGB input pins and it can be modified to accept it. A guide to the mod can be found at Martin Hejnfelt's website "Immerhax".

Flyback Compatibility

All of the standard definition 14" and 20" L series PVMs use the same model of flyback transformer (NX-4525). This includes the PVM-14L1, 20L1, 14L2, and 20L2 (plus the medical and SSM variants). They are compatible with each other, so any model in the series can be used as the donor for another. However, the 14" models do not use the integrated focus pot, as the focus and screen voltages are generated elsewhere.

When transferring the flyback from a 14 to a 20" model, it is necessary to add a focus lead. This can be taken from the old flyback of the recipient monitor. If that isn't available, a length of solid core 20 gauge wire with a rating of 20 kV can be used. To install it, push it into the hole leading to the uppermost flyback pot and it should lock in place. It's important to use solid core wire, or else it may not fit securely.