Description
Sony PVM-1353MD Trinitron 14" Medical Color Video Monitor RGB BNC RS-232C Japan
The Sony PVM-1353MD is a 14-inch Trinitron CRT color video monitor from Sony's professional PVM (Professional Video Monitor) MD series, classified by Underwriters Laboratories as a Medical Color Video Monitor. It features dual input lines (Line A and Line B) with composite video, Y/C, and RGB/Component connections via BNC connectors, along with RS-232C remote control capability — making it a highly connected professional reference monitor designed for broadcast, production, and medical imaging environments.
Specifications & What's Included
- Model: Sony PVM-1353MD
- Chassis/Circuit Model: SCC-H31B-A
- Part Number: 4-047-831-01
- Display: 14" Trinitron CRT
- Power: AC 120V, 50/60Hz, 1.3A
- Country of Manufacture: Japan
- Classification: UL Classified Medical Color Video Monitor
- Line A Inputs: VIDEO IN/OUT (BNC), AUDIO IN/OUT
- Line B Inputs: Y/C IN/OUT (DIN), VIDEO IN/OUT (BNC), AUDIO IN/OUT
- RGB/Component: R/R-Y, G/Y, B/B-Y — dual rows (A and B), BNC IN/OUT
- Sync: EXT SYNC IN/OUT (BNC)
- Remote: RS-232C (DB9), REMOTE 1 (DIN connector), DC OUT 5V/1A
- Rear connectors appear complete and undamaged
- Monitor only — no cables or accessories included
Applications
Sony's PVM (Professional Video Monitor) series has long been a standard in broadcast television, video production, and professional post-production environments. The MD designation indicates this unit was specifically classified for medical imaging use — these monitors were commonly deployed in surgical suites, radiology departments, endoscopy rooms, and other clinical settings where accurate color reproduction and reliable CRT image quality were critical. The Trinitron aperture grille tube technology Sony developed provided exceptional color fidelity and sharpness compared to standard shadow mask CRTs of the same era, which is why PVM monitors remained a professional and medical standard well into the early 2000s. The dual-line input architecture with composite, Y/C, and RGB/Component support made them highly versatile across a wide range of analog video sources. Today these monitors are also sought by retro gaming enthusiasts, vintage video collectors, and professional A/V restorers who prize the Trinitron CRT image quality.
This Sony PVM-1353MD Trinitron 14" Medical Color Video Monitor has been pulled from a working environment where it was previously in service. The unit has been visually inspected. The housing shows some surface wear typical of used professional broadcast equipment. The screen has handwritten marker notations visible in our photos. The front panel controls, buttons, and knobs appear intact, and the rear connector panel — including BNC, Y/C, RS-232C, and component connections — shows no visible damage. Cosmetic wear is consistent with normal professional use. This unit has not been powered on or bench-tested at our facility. Please review all photos carefully and contact us with any questions before purchasing.
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Upon receipt, it is the BUYER'S responsibility to have this instrument checked and certified for use by a qualified Technician prior to placing it into use or service.
Warranty Information
Additional Information
Brand: |
Sony |
Model: |
PVM-1353MD |
MPN: |
PVM-1353MD |
Secondary Model: |
SCC-H31B-A |
Part Number: |
4-047-831-01 |
Type: |
Medical Color Video Monitor / Professional CRT Monitor |
SKU: |
31179 |
Screen Size: |
14" |
Display Technology: |
Trinitron CRT |
Power Requirements: |
AC 120V, 50/60Hz, 1.3A |
Country/Region of Manufacture: |
Japan |
Video Input: |
BNC (Line A and Line B VIDEO IN/OUT) |
Component Input: |
BNC RGB/Component: R/R-Y, G/Y, B/B-Y (Lines A and B) |
Y/C Input: |
Y/C IN/OUT (Line B) |
Audio: |
Audio IN/OUT on Line A and Line B |
Sync: |
EXT SYNC IN/OUT |
Remote Interface: |
RS-232C, DC OUT 5V/1A, REMOTE 1 (DIN connector) |
Connector Type: |
BNC, DIN, DB9 (RS-232C) |
Form Factor: |
Tabletop / Freestanding |
Classification: |
UL Classified Medical Color Video Monitor |
Seller Notes: |
Monitor only — no cables or accessories included. |
Condition Notes: |
This Sony PVM-1353MD 14" Trinitron Medical Color Video Monitor was pulled from a working environment. Housing shows surface wear; screen has marker notations visible in photos. Not powered or tested at our facility. |
California Prop 65 Warning: |
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and lead compounds, and DEHP (a phthalate), which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Go to P65Warnings.ca.gov |