Profeel Pro
The Profeel Pro was Sony's high-end professional component television line, part of the broader Profeel family. Introduced in the mid-1980s, these monitors featured Sony's Black Trinitron tube technology and extensive connectivity options including RGB inputs, making them popular with MSX computer enthusiasts and video professionals.
Models
HV1 Series (1986)
- Sony KX-21HV1 - 21-inch model
- Sony KX-27HV1 - 27-inch model
- KX-21HV1S / KX-27HV1S - S-Video variants
HV2 Series (1989)
- KX-27HV2 - 27-inch model with native S-Video
- KX-34HV2 - 34-inch model
Features
The Profeel Pro series was distinguished by several features:
- Black Trinitron tube technology for improved contrast
- RGB21 (JP21) connector for analog RGB input
- Digital RGB input (proprietary Sony connector)
- Control S system integration
- High horizontal resolution (560+ TVL)
- Stackable frame design (nicknamed "Yagura TV" internally)
Related Series
- Profeel - Original component television line (KX-xxHF series)
- Profeel HG - Mid-range series (KX-xxHG series)
- Profeel Star - Consumer-oriented series
