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* Finish: Silver Diamond / Slate | * Finish: Silver Diamond / Slate | ||
* Carton dimensions: 18 x 16 x 17.25 inches | * Carton dimensions: 18 x 16 x 17.25 inches | ||
* Manufacturer: TTE Technology/Thomson (under RCA license) | * Manufacturer: TTE Technology/Thomson (under RCA license) | ||
* Country of manufacture: China | * Country of manufacture: China | ||
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* The component input is disabled in firmware on the 512T model | * The component input is disabled in firmware on the 512T model | ||
* This suggests the 14F512T hardware may have RGB capabilities that are firmware-limited | * This suggests the 14F512T hardware may have RGB capabilities that are firmware-limited | ||
'''Safety Warning:''' CRT TV modification is extremely dangerous. CRT TVs contain voltages exceeding 20,000V that can be lethal, even when turned off. Do not open a CRT TV without proper knowledge of high voltage safety procedures. | '''Safety Warning:''' CRT TV modification is extremely dangerous. CRT TVs contain voltages exceeding 20,000V that can be lethal, even when turned off. Do not open a CRT TV without proper knowledge of high voltage safety procedures. | ||
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* The TV can suffer from misaligned chroma and luma, which causes blurry edges on colorful objects. This can be corrected in the service menu. | * The TV can suffer from misaligned chroma and luma, which causes blurry edges on colorful objects. This can be corrected in the service menu. | ||
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|link_url=https://crtdatabase.com/crts/rca/rca-14f512t | |||
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Revision as of 07:13, 10 January 2026
The RCA 14F512T is a 14-inch CRT television manufactured by RCA (TTE Technology/Thomson). This TruFlat series TV features front and rear A/V connections including S-Video input.
RCA 14F512T
Overview
Brand
Model
14F512T
Type
TV
Screen size
14″
Aspect ratio
4:3
Remote
ECID
Dimensions
H × W × D
14.25 in × 16.5 in × 15.5 in
Weight
26.4 lb11.975 kg <br /> / 11.975 kg26.4 lb <br />
Inputs
Rear
Side
Accessories
Parts
Documents
Archival Links
Database
Contribute
Inputs
Features
- TruFlat picture tube
- On-Screen Clock, Sleep, and Wake Timers
- Electronic On-Screen Notepad
- Trilingual On-Screen Display (English, French, Spanish)
- Front Panel Lock
- Favorite Channel List (up to 5 channels)
- Calendar Mode
- V-Chip parental controls
- Broadcast Stereo with MTS & SAP
- Sound Logic audio leveler
- Stereo Wide surround
- 4 Picture presets
- 4 Audio preset modes
- Closed captioning
- Standby LED indicator (unique to 14F512T model)
Audio
- Sound Type: Broadcast Stereo with MTS & SAP
- Front-Fired Speaker System with 2 speakers
- Surround: Stereo Wide
- Second Audio Program (SAP)
- Bass & Treble + Balance controls
Outputs
- Audio Outputs: 1 Set L&R Audio (Fixed)
- Video Output: 1
Specifications
- Finish: Silver Diamond / Slate
- Carton dimensions: 18 x 16 x 17.25 inches
- Manufacturer: TTE Technology/Thomson (under RCA license)
- Country of manufacture: China
- Launched: 2004
- Tube manufacturer: Chunghwa
Remote Control
- Model: RCR130TB1
- Type: 31-Button, TV Control
Service Menu
The service menu can be accessed as follows: Set volume to minimum, then hold the Volume Down button on the front and press "Info" on the remote. Items can be selected and modified using the channel and volume buttons. To cycle through pages of the menu, press "OK" followed by the channel up or down buttons. When you are finished with the service menu, press "Mute" to save the settings and turn the TV off. WARNING: DO NOT press "go back", as it can erase all settings and put the TV in an uncalibrated state!
RGB Mod
The RGB mod status for the RCA 14F512T is currently unknown. The model is not listed in Sunthar's RGB moddable or non-moddable CRT lists. However, there are some interesting hardware details:
- An upgraded version, the 14F514T, was produced with a black case and features component video
- The 512T is mostly identical to the 514T and even has cutouts for the extra RCA jacks behind the rear input label
- The component input is disabled in firmware on the 512T model
- This suggests the 14F512T hardware may have RGB capabilities that are firmware-limited
Safety Warning: CRT TV modification is extremely dangerous. CRT TVs contain voltages exceeding 20,000V that can be lethal, even when turned off. Do not open a CRT TV without proper knowledge of high voltage safety procedures.
Known Issues
- The TV can suffer from misaligned chroma and luma, which causes blurry edges on colorful objects. This can be corrected in the service menu.
