05 March 2024

Victor Hi-Vision W1 (1993) - The High-Definition VCR

 

Victor Hi-Vision W1 high definition vcr

Brand: Victor (JVC)
Model: HR-W1
Year: 1993

The HR-W1 was the World First High-Definition video recorder introduced by Victor (JVC) in Japan 1993. The key feature is the the W-VHS system, a High-Definition system called back then  Hi-Vision (1035i). This new system was of course backwards compatible with VHS and S-VHS systems. Based on the VHS system invented by JVC this further development not only that featured High-Definition video on a tape based format but it also featured Hi-Fi Digital Audio recording while the W1 was also equipped with a satellite receiver for high-quality audio-video over satellite transmission. Dimensions: 445x182x453 (WxHxD) | Weight: 16,2kg


Victor Hi-Vision W1 high definition vcr

Victor Hi-Vision W1 high definition vcr


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