Incredible Surround, PLL Tuners, Turbo Drive

Product information

Reception

•Tuning System: 2 PLL Tuners

•Tuning - pre-sets: 99

•Install Features: ACI, Autostore+ (Autoinstall for /07)

Picture - Processing

•Format: 4 : 3

•Size(visual): 25 ” / 63(59) cm

•Picture Control: Brightness, Colour, Contrast, Sharpness, Tint

•Picture Features: SMART Picture, Formatter, Contrast Plus

Sound

•Speaker / System: 2 x Full Range 4“ / Stereo

•Sound enhancement: Incredible Surround

•Special Feature: SMART Sound,Automatic Volume Leveller, Bass, Treble, Loudness

•Power: 2 x 20W PMPO, 2 x 5W rms

User Interface

•Indicators front: On / Off LED, Record LED,Timer LED

•Multi Colour Menu: Cursor Control & Intelligent Help-line

•Special Features: Auto Stby, Child Lock, Hotel mode, Prog. list

Computer Controlled Tele Text

•TOP Text / Fast Text: 10 pages, WST lev. 1.5

•Tele Text features: 1 Fav. Page / Channel, Conceal reveal, Hold, Transp. mode, Enlarge, Cancel, Sub-pages

•VPT/TXT Programming

Tape Deck

•Turbo Drive: Hiﬁ , 6 Heads

•VCR System: VHS-HQ

•Head Cleaning Mode: Automatic, Manual

•Stop to Play Time: 0.4 sec.

•Tape Counter: Time used/left, Non linear NTSC Pb

•Rew. / Winding Time: 100 sec. (for E180)

Tape Functions

•Play / Still Feature: +1x, -1x, Repeat, Perfect Still

•Fast Speed: +2x / -3x, +5x / -5x, +9x / -9x

•Slow Speed: + 1/2, + 1/7, + 1/10, + 1/14

•VISS: Next / Prev. index and Record End Search

VCR Picture Quality

•Resolution: HQ+ / >240 lines

•Tracking System: Digital Studio Tracking

•Digital Studio Picture Control

•Edge Noise Canceller

•Crystal Clear Video

Programming

•Number of Events: 6 / month

•Rec. Control: PDC/VPS (also for Transm. Identiﬁcation)

•Programming System: ShowView / Video+, OTR, Automatic Satellite Recording

•Record Speed: Standard Play (SP), Long Play (LP)

•One Touch SAT Recording

Connectors Rear

•EXT1: Euro CVBS, RGB in

•EXT3: Euro CVBS in

•Antenna in: 75 Ohms (IEC type)

Connectors Front

•EXT2: Cinch CVBS in, Cinch stereo in

•Headphone Out: Mini-Jack 3.5mm, Stereo

General

•Voltage / Frequency: 198-264V / 50Hz

•Power Cons. in W: Operating 65 / Standby <4

•Backup Pre-sets / Clock: >1 yr / > 4dys

•Set Size in mm: 505 x 482 x 510 (h x d x w)

•Packaging in mm: 690 x 560 x 690 (h x d x w)

•Weight in kg: 35 / 32 incl. / excl. Box

Accessories

•Documents / Manuals: DFU, Guarantee doc., Promotion Screen Sticker

•Aux. Equipm. Supplied: Batteries for RC

Remote Control

• Remote Control - type: RT798 / 101 (silver) for 14PV708

21” TV-Video Combi

21PV708

Product Highlights

• Incredible Surround™

Enjoy fantastic sound experiences without the need for setting up any extra speakers.

• 2 PLL Tuners

Watch one programme while recording another with the freedom of the 2 PLL Tuner.

• Turbo Drive

Enjoy the ease of use and the comfort of one of the fastest VCR decks in the world.

• SMART Picture

Optimise the sharpness and colour to your own reference with this unique feature. Choose out of different options: Soft, Natural, Rich or your Personal setting.

• SMART Sound

Optimise the sound to your own preference with this unique feature. Choose out of different options: Theatre, Music, Voice and your Personal settings.

• Plug & Play

Installing a Combi has never been easier! No need of the user manual. Just let the Combi guide you through the installation steps.

• SMART Clock

For automatic download of the current Time & Date. No more hassle with the clock setting after long power failure or at the daylight savings time switch over.

• Formatter

Reduce the width of the black bars (typical for cinemascope movies or 16 : 9 broadcasting) on your screen to a minimum, by activating the Formatter.

• VPT/TXT Programming

Easy timer programming under your thumb? Always with the latest update of programme information? Without any need of a programme magazine? Just switch to the Teletext programme guide and press the Timer key.VPT/TXT programming will directly obtain the correct programme data for the desired timer from Teletext.

• Crystal Clear Video

With Crystal Clear Video, Philips has created the perfect combination of technologies to guarantee the best possible picture restitution:

•Digital Studio Picture Control: It optimises the picture rendition regardless of the quality of tape used.

•Laser Cut Video Heads: They have a better proﬁle for a superior head/tape contact: Lesser wear guarantees longer life and higher performance quality.

•Studio Tracking System: It improves the tracking accuracy and reduces the cross-talk noise.

•Natural Colour: It cleans the colour from any kind of noise and corrects the spill.

•One-Touch SAT Recording

All you need to do is connect your Satellite Tuner to the SCART of your Combi and programme the desired recording on the Satellite Tuner. Press the two Volume keys on the Combi simultaneously, and it will be prepared for SAT recording.

When time has come, the Satellite Tuner wakes up the Combi and it starts the recording.

	/07	/39
Full (UHF + VHF) Tuner	+	+
TV System off Air	PAL B/G/I/D/K	PAL B/G/I/D/K
	SECAM	SECAM
	B/G/L/L1/D/K	B/G/L/L1/D/K
add. TV system via Ext 1	NTSC 3.58	NTSC 3.58
Number of Video heads	4	4
Record / Playback Std.	PAL, SECAM, MESECAM	PAL, SECAM, MESECAM
NTSC Playback Std.	SP LP SLP	SP LP SLP
PDC/VPS	+	+
Video Longplay	+	+
OSD Menu Languages	Dutch, English, French,	Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish,
	German, Italian, Spanish	French, German, Greek, Italian,
		Norwegian, Purtuguese,
		Spanish, Swedish

Subject to modiﬁcation without notice

Incredible Surround is a Trademark of Philips Consumer Electronics Company

21PV708 specifications

The Philips 21PV708 is a classic television set that emerged during a time when analog technology was on the rise. This model is characterized by its robust design and a variety of features that were considered advanced during its release in the early 1990s.

One of the standout features of the Philips 21PV708 is its 21-inch screen, which was quite popular for home entertainment in that era. The television utilizes CRT (cathode ray tube) technology, which provided vibrant colors and decent contrast ratios, enhancing the viewing experience for movies, shows, and sports. Despite being bulkier than today's flat-screen models, the CRT design offered a certain nostalgia and charm that appealed to many users.

The TV comes equipped with various input options, including a coaxial antenna input, which allows users to easily connect to cable services or external antennas. The built-in tuner supports various broadcasting standards, making it versatile and capable of accommodating different broadcast signals.

In addition to standard viewing options, the Philips 21PV708 also features some basic sound capabilities that were competitive during its time. The built-in speakers deliver sound that is adequate for most viewing experiences, although audiophiles may find the audio quality lacking compared to modern standards. However, the television does provide an audio output jack, allowing users to connect external sound systems for enhanced audio performance.

The Philips 21PV708 is also known for its user-friendly interface, which includes simple controls and an intuitive on-screen menu. This made it relatively easy for users to navigate channels and manage settings without requiring extensive technical knowledge. The remote control, a significant convenience factor, allows viewers to change channels and adjust volume from a distance, adding to the overall comfort.

Durability and longevity are hallmarks of the Philips brand, and the 21PV708 is no exception. Many units are still in service today, testament to the quality of materials and engineering that went into its production.

While technology has vastly evolved since the days of the Philips 21PV708, this model remains a nostalgic reminder of a simpler time in home entertainment, evoking fond memories for those who grew up with it.