by slasherindex | Jan 1, 1969
The EVR (Electronic Video Recording) system is launched with an $800 price tag. The device converts the frames of a specially made cartridge of film into electronic signals which could then be viewed on a television. Likely due to is inability to record and its high...
by slasherindex | Aug 1, 1965
Sony introduces the CV-2000, the first practical consumer use reel-to-reel video recorder. Priced at $695, it uses 1/2″ tape and helical scanning.
by slasherindex | Jan 1, 1965
Kodak introduces Super 8 film stock. The film’s sprocket holes are made smaller, substantially increasing the frame size. The reel is also housed in a cartridge for easy loading into cameras. Mainly developed for shooting home movies.
by slasherindex | Sep 1, 1963
Ampex demonstrates the Signature V at the High Fidelity Music Show. It is the first American consumer-use videotape recorder. It is offered to the public later that year in Nieman-Marcus’ annual Christmas Book at a cost of $30,000. It is a TV, reel-to-reel video...
by slasherindex | Jun 24, 1963
The Nottingham Electronic Valve Company (comprised of inventors Norman Rutherford and Michael Turner) demonstrates the first European consumer-use reel-to-reel video recorder, developed in the UK. Was launched to the public later that year.