Sony KV-1365R
Color CRT from the 80s
Launched in the mid-1980s, the 13" Sony KV-1365R television model offered support for both composite video and RF inputs, delivering solid video quality for its time. I found the composite video particularly impressive and opted to pair it with a beta machine, as they complement each other well.
It's worth noting that the KV-1365R operates with a hot chassis setup, meaning the ground isn't isolated on the low voltage side. Consequently, modifying it for RGB input isn't straightforward. However, for numerous television enthusiasts and collectors, the Sony KV-1365R holds a cherished status as a relic of the past. It is best left the way it is.




Sony KV-1365R specs
- Manufactured: Made in Japan - October 1985
- Tube: A34JBU10X, Made in Japan
- 60 Hz AC: 120V 91W


Inside the TV
Removing the back cover 
Neck board 
Removing the neck board 
Chassis 
Removing the chassis 
Tuner is isolated - good indication the chassis is HOT 
Jungle IC 
Speaker 
Tube 
Tube removed for cleaning 
