RCA 27V513T
The RCA 27V513T is a 27-inch CRT television manufactured by RCA (TTE Technology/Thomson). This TruFlat series TV features front and rear A/V connections.
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
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
- Screen size: 27 inches diagonal
- Screen type: TruFlat
- Aspect ratio: 4:3
- Tuner: NTSC
- Manufacturer: TTE Technology/Thomson (under RCA license)
- Launched: 2004
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 27V513T is currently unknown. The model is not listed in Sunthar's RGB moddable or non-moddable CRT lists.
For those interested in attempting an RGB mod, it would be necessary to:
- Obtain the service manual/schematic
- Identify the jungle chip used
- Locate the RGB input points
- Design an appropriate mod circuit
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.