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Continuation of Vintage Micro Television, this is page four A.

Next up, Sony Color Watchman FDL 3105

1993

Sony Color Watchman FDL 3105

Introduced in 1993, a premium color three inch active matrix television with 89,505 pixels and AM/FM stereo tuner. This set has excellent picture quality and unlike the Sony FDL 3500 above, exhibits a very stable clean image without any video noise. The set is hard to find. This set has audio/video, earphone and antenna inputs with adjustable stand and hand strap. Electronic tuning and on screen channel call. The radio tuners are independent of the TV tuner. The case is rubberized for non-slip use and uses 6 standard AA batteries as well as external power supply. Measures 7 1/4″ H x 4 3/8″ W (at widest point) x 1 3/4″ D (at thickest point).

Unique styling, acquired September, 2010, the TV is in perfect working condition.

Next up, Casio TV 5100B

1994

Casio TV 5100B

This model was an original purchase in 1994, the Casio TV 5100B TFT active matrix color LCD television. The display is 1.8 inches and has 61,380 pixels. The set has electronic tuning with on screen channel seek bar, external antenna, audio/video and ear phone inputs with recessed easel type stand. The set has no provision to adjust color, tint or contrast, only a brightness control. The television operates on 3 standard AA batteries or 6 volt external power supply adapter. The set measures 4 11/16″ H x 3″ W x 1 1/8″ D and weighs 10.2 ounces without batteries.

The picture quality is good but has visible “noise” in it’s image. Simple and uninspiring throughout. The screen shot below was scaled to be actual size on a 1600 resolution monitor. Game two start, 2010 World series, San Francisco Giants versus Texas Rangers. San Francisco won, 9 to 0.

Next up, Casio TV 600

1995

Casio TV 600

This television was donated to the collection by my friend Gordon. Introduced in 1995, this is a 2.2 inch color passive LCD TV. This set has the best color and quality for a passive display in my collection. It has external antenna and earphone inputs with a recessed easel type stand. Electronic tuning, no color or tint control, just brightness. The television measures 5 1/8″ H x 3 3/16″ W x 1 1/8″ D. It uses 4 standard AA batteries or external 6 volt power supply.

Next up, Casio Color EV 510

1998

Casio Color EV 510

2.5 inch active matrix TFT color with built in back light. Electronic tuning with on screen seek bar. Built in stand. This set has no adjustment for saturation and tint, only brightness. It uses 3 standard AA batteries or AC with adapter. Supplied with ear phone and soft case. Clean design. Unit measures 4 3/4″ h x 2 7/8″ w x 1″ d. Basic set, not much detail.

I purchased this TV new and it works well today.

Next up, Casio Color EV 600

1998

Casio Color EV 600

Introduced in 1998, this Casio is a premium model with nice design, details and build quality. Three inch active matrix TFT display with 89.856 pixels and built in back light. It has a dark coating on panel that increases the contrast and indeed a very good looking image. The tuner sensitivity is high as well. A nice feature, is the hinged folding cover that protects the screen when not in use. Electronic tuning with on screen display seek bar and channel call. The hue can be adjusted, but not the color saturation. Built in, recessed adjustable stand and one can listen to TV sound only. This set uses 4 standard AA batteries and supplied with AC adapter, hand strap and soft case. It has an operational light. The antenna is recessed within the cabinet. Measures 4 7/8″ w x 3 15/16″ h x 1 3/16″ d.
I purchased this TV new and functions well today. Retailed for $249.95.

Up next, Sony FDL K400

1996

Sony FDL K400

Introduced in 1996, this last model in my collection is out of order by two years, but I wanted to show this one last.

Four inch active matrix TFT panel, 105,600 pixels with built in back light. Electronic tuning, volume and brightness control. Digital on screen channel display. Color saturation and tint can be adjusted. 10 channel preset/memory with standby. 3 way dimmer switch: low, high or auto. When in auto mode the sensor on the front panel continually adjusts the brightness and contrast to the existing ambient light. Back lit control buttons on front panel. It can be used as a field monitor for a camcorder, with screw socket at bottom of set. Uniquely, this TV came with a wafer thin, credit card sized remote control for all functions. You can see the sensor in the photo. Recessed, adjustable stand. It was supplied with a 6.5 volt snap on battery which was interchangeable with Sony camcorders of that period. The unit measures 6″ w x 4 7/16″ h x 1 3/8″ d and weighs 1lb.

A very nice premium set and one of my favorites, I purchased new in 1996 and functions well today.

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Screen Shots from Sony FDL K400 four inch panel with 105,600 pixels. This is the first LCD TV in my collection to equal and exceed the quality of my Sony KV 4000 CRT. It is scaled to be actual size on a 1600 x 1200 resolution monitor. If viewed on a 1024 x 768 monitor, the Screen Shot will be over sized.

This full set screen shot will look actual size on a 1024 x 768 monitor. (Sorry, a few screen reflections)

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