Hantarex MGG 21 EQ
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The Hantarex is a CRT monitor often used in various professional and industrial applications. It is known for its durability and high-quality display capabilities, especially suitable for graphics and video display in demanding environments.
Subcategory: CRT video wall
Compact CRT Monitor for Video Walls — Hantarex MGG 21 EQ
The Hantarex MGG 21 EQ is a professional 21-inch CRT monitor designed for video wall installations. It was manufactured by the Italian company Hantarex (a brand of Sambers Italia Spa), active in the professional video industry since 1965. The MGG series was produced between 1989 and 2005, engineered by Luigi Cameroni (formerly of Grundig Italia) in collaboration with Project Manager Giacomo Taffelli (formerly of Philips Italy). Approximately 50,000 units were produced annually across the series.
The 21-inch model is the most compact variant in the EQ range intended for multi-screen configurations. With smaller dimensions and a weight under 30 kg, it is ideal where mounting space is limited or a denser monitor grid is required. Self-locking mounting hardware and flush-fitting bezels allow the creation of seamless video walls, while a built-in cooling fan ensures reliable thermal management during continuous operation. The rear-removable electronic chassis enables servicing without dismantling the installation.
Like all monitors in the MGG series, the 21 EQ was originally deployed at trade fairs and conferences, and subsequently became standard equipment in railway stations, airports and retail spaces. Its neutral design, minimal bezels and recessed controls led to wide adoption in art galleries and museums. Today, these CRT monitors are sought after for art installations, film and television productions, and retro-styled event and interior design projects.
| DESCRIPTION | VALUE |
| Manufacturer | Hantarex (Sambers Italia Spa) |
| Model | MGG 21 EQ |
| Display type | CRT, flat square, black matrix |
| Screen size | 21″ (510 mm visible diagonal) |
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 |
| Deflection angle | 90° |
| Pixel width | 0.68 mm |
| Resolution | 625 lines (PAL) / 525 lines (NTSC) |
| Colour system | PAL / SECAM / NTSC 3.58 / NTSC 4.43 (automatic selection) |
| Video inputs | BNC Composite (75 Ω, loop-through), S-VHS (mini DIN 4-pin), RGB (D-Sub 9), SCART |
| Video bandwidth | Composite: 6 MHz / RGB: 8 MHz / S-VHS: 8 MHz |
| Audio inputs | RCA, SCART (0.5 V rms) |
| Audio output | 6 W / 8 Ω (speaker fitted optionally) |
| Power supply | 180–264 V AC, 50 Hz |
| Power consumption | 90 W (max) |
| Operating temperature | 5–40°C |
| Dimensions (W × H × D) | 466 × 370 × 468 mm |
| Weight | 29 kg |
The Hantarex MGG 21 EQ is one of the most compact CRT monitors in the range produced by Italian manufacturer Sambers Italia Spa, designed specifically for professional video wall applications. Introduced in the late 1980s, the 21-inch model complemented the larger variants in the MGG series (25″, 28″, 29″ and 34″), offering the same reliability and image quality in a smaller enclosure. The 21-inch cathode ray tube with black matrix technology and flat square screen delivers a sharp, high-contrast 4:3 image with a resolution of 625 lines in the PAL system. Automatic signal detection across PAL, SECAM, NTSC 3.58 and NTSC 4.43 standards enables operation with video material from any region worldwide.
The mechanical design was engineered with professional applications in mind, prioritising reliability and serviceability. A 90° deflection angle and 0.68 mm pixel width deliver optimal image quality for this screen size class. Self-locking mounts enable rapid assembly of multi-screen configurations, while minimal bezels provide a near-seamless image across video walls. The integrated cooling fan extends electronics lifespan even during prolonged, continuous operation, and the rear-removable electronic module allows individual monitor servicing without dismantling the entire wall.
The monitor offers versatile video connectivity: a BNC composite input with 75 Ω impedance and loop-through capability for daisy-chaining, an S-VHS input via mini DIN connector, an RGB input via D-Sub 9 connector (switchable between analogue and TTL levels), and a SCART connector supporting both video and audio signals. An 8 MHz video bandwidth in RGB and S-VHS modes delivers image sharpness sufficient for professional applications. Audio output at 6 W into 8 Ω is available when the optional mono speaker is fitted.
Compact dimensions of 466 × 370 × 468 mm and a weight of just 29 kg make this model particularly attractive for installations where screen density matters or where the mounting structure has limited load-bearing capacity. Over its sixteen-year production run, the Hantarex MGG found its way into countless installations — from information displays at railway stations and airports, through surveillance systems, to exhibitions in contemporary art galleries and museums worldwide. Today, in an era dominated by LED and LCD technology, CRT monitors from the Hantarex MGG series are experiencing a renaissance as coveted components in art installations, film and television productions requiring authentic CRT imagery, and retro-styled interior and event design projects.
