by slasherindex | Jan 1, 1974
Sanyo introduces their own videocassette system, the Sanyo VTC-7100 (later referred to as V-Cord I). It’s an early 1/2″ black and white videocassette system which uses the inferior skipfield process. Designed as a portable machine with a camera.
by slasherindex | Jul 1, 1973
Due to a variety of reasons, including high cost, faulty equipment, poor marketing and disintegrating cartridges, Cartrivision didn’t meet sales projections. As a result, Avco discontinues the system and Cartridge Television Inc’s assets are...
by slasherindex | Aug 22, 1972
At VidExpo ’72, Video Programs International LTD demonstrates their prerecorded adult videocassettes line (probably 3/4″). These are likely intended for commercial businesses such as motels. This same month, the Cartridge Rental Network also makes available...
by slasherindex | Aug 1, 1972
The Cartridge Rental Network is established to supply prerecorded movies to Cartrivision owners. A selection of 200 titles were available for purchase and rent. Red cartridges, typically movies, were only available for rent while black ones, typically documentaries...
by slasherindex | Jun 1, 1972
The Avco Cartrivision system is launched. Unlike previous video machines, this one is built directly into a television console, resulting in the hefty price tag of $1,895. This is the first system to legitimately offer studio films and adult content on videotape to...