Sony KX-21HV1
1×RGBS (JP21, Stereo audio via Integrated)
1×TTL RGB (EIAJ-8)
1×Composite (CVBS) (8-pin DIN 45326, Stereo audio via Integrated)
1×Analog stereo (RCA (connector))
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The Sony KX-21HV1 is a professional 21-inch color monitor manufactured and released by Sony in 1986 as part of the Profeel Pro series. It uses Sony's Black Trinitron system to provide a high-quality display with 560 lines of horizontal resolution.
Overview
The KX-21HV1 is the smaller sibling of the KX-27HV1, sharing the same Profeel Pro design language and feature set in a more compact 21-inch form factor. Like its larger counterpart, it was nicknamed "Yagura TV" (やぐらテレビ, "tower TV") internally during development due to its distinctive angular frame design that allowed units to be stacked at events and exhibitions.
The monitor features an extensive array of connectors including a Digital RGB input, JP21 connector for analog RGB, and two Control S connectors (input and output) for system integration. The included remote control (RM-543) is shared with the KX-27HV1.
Variants
- KX-21HV1 - Base model with standard audio connections (¥185,000)
- KX-21HV1S - Variant with S-Video (Y/C) input replacing two RCA audio connectors (¥188,000)
Related Models
The KX-21HV1 is part of the Profeel Pro lineup:
- Sony KX-27HV1 - 27-inch version (¥275,000 / ¥278,000 for S variant)
The series was succeeded by the KX-21HV1S variant in 1988 which added S-Video input.
Accessories
The monitor was designed to work with Sony's VT-X5R television tuner unit, which could be connected via a single Multi-Connector cable that carried both video and control signals. The smaller size made the KX-21HV1 popular with MSX computer users and home video enthusiasts who wanted professional-grade picture quality in a desktop form factor.
