Vocabulary: MARC21-007: Videorecording format
Concepts: Beta (1/2 in., videocassette)

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Beta (1/2 in., videocassette)

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English	preferred label	Beta (1/2 in., videocassette)	Published
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English	definition	Used for the home video system introduced in 1975 by Sony for home videorecording and playback on 1/2 inch videotape. It is distinguished by the size of the cassette, its U-load tape threading, and technical capabilities. This format is also known as Betamax.	Published