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Magnavox 13MT143S 13-Inch Compact TV

★★★★★4.0 (4 reviews)

Compact Entertainment for Any Room The Magnavox 13MT143S is a compact 13-inch TV perfect for smaller spaces like bedrooms, kitchens, or apartments. This model offers a range of features including SmartSound, SmartSurf, and SmartPicture to enhance your viewing experience. With its user-friendly in...

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Overview

Compact Entertainment for Any Room

The Magnavox 13MT143S is a compact 13-inch TV perfect for smaller spaces like bedrooms, kitchens, or apartments. This model offers a range of features including SmartSound, SmartSurf, and SmartPicture to enhance your viewing experience. With its user-friendly interface and versatile connectivity options, it's an excellent choice for anyone seeking a basic, reliable television.

Key Features:

  • 13-inch Screen: Ideal for compact spaces.
  • SmartSound: Minimizes volume fluctuations for consistent audio levels.
  • SmartSurf: Quickly access up to five previously viewed channels.
  • SmartPicture: Optimizes color, tint, and brightness settings.
  • Front A/V and Headphone Jacks: Convenient connectivity options.

Specifications:

  • Brand: Magnavox
  • Model: 13MT143S
  • Screen Size: 13 inches
  • Tuner: 181-channel cable-ready
  • Audio Features: SmartSound
  • Picture Features: SmartPicture
  • Convenience Features: SmartSurf, On-Screen Clock, Sleep Timer, Alarm Timer
  • Connectivity: Front A/V Jacks, Front Headphone Jack
  • Display Language: Bilingual On-Screen Display
  • Cabinet Color: Silver

Key Features

Compact 13-inch color TV with monaural sound and closed captioning; 14 x 12.7 x 13.9 inches (W x H x D)

SmartLock blocks channels; SmartPicture instantly adjusts picture settings for various types of programming

SmartSound minimizes drastic swings in volume; Surf button lets you select and view any of five previously viewed channels

Sleep and alarm (power-on) timers

.125-inch headphone jack affords private listening

Specifications

Screen Size
13-inch
Audio Output
Monaural
Special Features
Closed Captioning, SmartLock, SmartPicture, SmartSound, Surf Button, Sleep Timer, Alarm Timer
Headphone Jack
0.125-inch
Width
14 inches
Height
12.7 inches
Depth
13.9 inches

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • SmartPicture technology instantly adjusts screen settings to optimize viewing for various types of programming
  • SmartSound feature automatically minimizes drastic volume swings, providing a more consistent audio experience
  • Integrated sleep and alarm timers offer convenient scheduling options for power on and off functionality
  • The inclusion of a 0.125-inch headphone jack allows for private listening without disturbing others
  • SmartLock channel blocking provides parental control or restriction over specific content

👎 Cons

  • The compact 13-inch screen size may be too small for users seeking a larger viewing area for entertainment
  • Monaural sound output offers a single audio channel, which may not provide a rich or immersive sound experience
  • Its physical dimensions, while compact, might still require specific placement considerations in smaller spaces
  • The feature set is focused on core television functions and does not include smart TV capabilities or advanced connectivity
  • There is no mention of video input options beyond standard antenna/cable, potentially limiting connectivity to modern devices

Frequently Asked Questions

The Magnavox 13MT143S is a compact color TV with features like closed captioning, but its specifications do not indicate support for digital tuners required for modern digital broadcasts.
The provided features do not specify video input ports such as composite, component, or HDMI, making it unclear if external devices can be connected directly.
SmartPicture instantly adjusts the picture settings to optimize the display for different types of programming, aiming to provide the best visual quality automatically.
Yes, the Magnavox 13MT143S includes a SmartLock feature that allows for the blocking of specific channels, offering parental control over content access.
The Surf button enables you to quickly select and view any of five previously watched channels, providing convenient navigation between your most recent selections.

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