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

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VHS (1/2 in., videocassette)

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English	preferred label	VHS (1/2 in., videocassette)	Published
English	notation	b	Published
English	definition	Used for the home video system introduced in 1977 by Japan Victor Corporation (JVC) for home videorecording and playback on 1/2 inch videotape. It is distinguished by the size of the cassette, its M-load tape threading, and technical capabilities. VHS stands for "Video Home System."	Published