The Sanyo VCR 7200 is a front loading Betahi-fi that records and plays back in and . Cable ready 105 channel tuner has 12 channel presets. Built-in 14-day/8-event timer with every day and every week features. Preset automatic termination of recording. Stereo recording and playback with LED peak level meters. Feather touch transport controls with forward and reverse picture search. Still image playback with simple editing. Infrared remote duplicates common operations. 4-digit electronic tape counter with memory stop. Automatic rewind at end of tape. Dew sensor with front panel indicator. Simple to use with smart styling this recorder would make a satisfying purchase for an attractive price. This is the silver finish model, the 7200 is one of the few units by Sanyo that was available in both silver and black. Like most Sanyo Betas this unit performs an unthreading of the tape prior to fast forward and rewind. The tape winds back into the cassette rather than staying in the machines tape path. Links to more information are included in the listing of features below.

• Refurbished product that meets or exceeds factory specifications
• Standard Beta recording and playback in speeds and
• Betahi-fi stereo and monaural audio recording and playback
• Input and output connectors for the audio/video LINE IN and OUT
• LED peak meters for monitoring volume level
• Betahi-fi indicator shows a recording is in Betahi-fi stereo
• Micro-timing phase (µTP) editing circuitry
• Programmable timer with 14-day 8-event, every day or every week
• Cable compatible with reception for 1-125, A-8 to W+84 channels
• RF input for VHF, UHF and cable connection
• RF output selectable for VHF channel 3 or 4
• Timer Indictor with programming, function and operation stages
• Push button 12 direct channel selection
• Cue and review high-speed viewing in forward and reverse
• Multi-display with clock time and settings
• Freeze-frame still pause with picture (optimized for )
• Single gap video heads for solid recordings and longer life
• Tape counter with 4 digit control track system for accurate readings
• DEW indicator with shut down protection system
• Cassette inside indicator LED on front panel
• Remote commander with wireless control of important VCR functions
• Feather touch function controls for easy operation
• Simple editing for copying tapes and omitting content
• Intelligent pause control for switching to play from record pause
• Smart pause for directly loading tape into the pause mode
•  tape speed indicator for playback and record
• Unswitched AC Outlet for connecting another device up to 500 Watts
• Manual tracking control for fine-tuning the best picture
• Auto functions: modules 1, 5, 8, 9, 19 and 21 apply
• Corrections and modifications: module 11 applies
• Operation, safety, and protection features are standard
• Reproduction of the original owner's manual
• Highlighted wording in this features list

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PERFORMANCE DETAILS: The VCR 7200 can record and play standard Betahi-fi in the and speeds. Tapes recorded in monaural will also play. Betahi-fi and can be turn off for recording in monaural. SuperBeta tapes can be played but might exhibit picture noise. To examine a Beta format compatibility chart click here. The VCR 7200 MSRP was $699.00 in 1988, that's around $1750.00 in todays money.







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*These rating numbers are comparisons between the Beta VCRS within this particular design group. Contributing factors are engineering quality, popularity, aesthetics, execution, repair frequency and the number of features and their benefits. Analysis is subjective and should not be considered an endorsement.