Video History: V2000 - The format that came third in a two-horse race

Video 2000 - or V2000 is the video cassette recorder format that Philips predicted would have 50% of the European market by 1985.

Everyone is familiar with the Beta vs VHS battle, but here's the story of the other video tape format - the 'Video Compact Cassette', V2000 : the European alternative.

If you want to see more about Beta vs VHS watch Technology Connections series of videos -  Part 1: Why Sony's Beta Videotape System Fail...

If you want to learn more about Philips earlier 'VCR' format -
Here is an in-depth demonstration video Early Philips VCR format also known a...
and here's an article:
https://www.rewindmuseum.com/philips.htm

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