broadwayblue

I'm looking to buy a 20 inch set for my bedroom. I'd like it to have S-video. The only set I've seen that has it is the new panasonic CT20D20. Does Sony make a Trinitron (non-wega) that has S-video? If they do then that's probably what I'd go with as I like the less curved screens. Thanks.

AW

The Sony KV-20V80 has one s-video in jack. I have this set in my bedroom and am pretty happy with it. Here is a link where the set is available (onecall at $399).
http://shop.store.yahoo.com/etown-onecall/4796.html

For what it is worth, even though you said you are not interested in a Wega, rather than spending $399 for the 20V80, you might want to consider the Wega KV20FS12 available at 800.com for $349. In addition, Joe at Sound City (800-888-5343, ext. 708) might be able to beat both prices (in my experience, Sound City, and Joe in particular, almost always has the best prices on Sony video equipment).

broadwayblue

Now I'm confused...the reason I said non-wega was because I figured they were more expensive. But the Wega KV20FS12 is $50 less then the regular trinitron? Does the Wega have an S-video input? It doesn't say at 800.com: http://www.800.com/prod.asp?T=35&C=281&p=3427

naitram

Here's some of the specs on the Wega KV-20FV10 set. The FS series is a little different, but not sure how. I'm sure it would still have an S-Video jack though. The 20FS12 is the newer model, which Sony lowered the price on. You should be able to get one for between $300-$400. The 27" Wegas are selling for $569 at Circuit City, and they have the 16x9 squeeze option! You should be able to get the 20" for much less than that price.

20" FD Trinitron® Picture Tube
Front Panel Menu Control
3 Line Digital Comb Filter
Enhanced Audio Power (5 Watts x 2)*
BBE Audio Enhancement
Matrix Surround™ Sound
Steady Sound™ Automatic Volume Control
Rear S-Video Input
Fixed/Variable Audio Out
Universal Remote Control
Velocity Modulation Scanning

rheuter

quote:<HR>Originally posted by naitram:
Here's some of the specs on the Wega KV-20FV10 set. The FS series is a little different, but not sure how. I'm sure it would still have an S-Video jack though<HR>

I was at a local electonic store and check out the front/back panel of this model, it does not have S-video input.

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AW

The Sony Wega kv-20fv12 (MSRP $450) seems to have S-video and is available for $399 at Crutchfield (again, Sound City will be cheaper.

The following is the description from the Crutchfield web site:

Sony KV-20FV12
20" FD Trinitron® Wega™ TV



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The KV-20FV12 is the picture quality benchmark for 20" TVs — at a remarkably affordable price. Sony's Wega screen is ruler-flat, both vertically, and horizontally. Colors are vivid, and images have more depth and three-dimensionality. Reflected glare from room lights is reduced, and with a wider field of vision, even viewers sitting off to the sides enjoy a great view.

Sony includes some useful extras on this 20" model, too — like SteadySound volume stabilization with BBE processing (for a consistent audio level from channel to channel), 5 favorite channel memories for quick access, plus a handy remote that operates most brands of video gear. A new version of Sony's Velocity Modulation Scanning edge enhancement lets you select one of two levels or turn it off entirely.

Key Features:

FD Trinitron picture tube
3-line digital comb filter
Velocity Modulation Scanning (selectable)
MTS stereo reception
Steady Sound automatic volume control with BBE processing
181-channel tuner
V-Chip parental control
on-screen menus in English, Spanish or French
multibrand remote
sleep timer
1 rear-panel A/V input (composite video and S-video)
1 front-panel A/V input (composite video)
fixed or variable audio outputs
5 watts x 2 of audio power
22-1/4"W x 18-3/8"H x 20-1/2"D
warranty: 1 year parts, 90 days labor, 2 years parts on the picture tube




Item # In Stock List Price Our Price #15820FV12 Yes $450.00 $399.95

broadwayblue

How much more is it for the 24" wega? I know they make one but I can't find it anywhere.

naitram

Circuit City has them. I don't know how much they are, but it can't be much more. Heck, the 27" is only $569.