Sony VP-7040

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Sony VP-7040
Overview
Brand
Model
VP-7040
Type
Format family
AV system
PAL, SECAM
ECID
Format Compatibility
Plays
U-matic
Inputs
Rear
External Sync
Composite (CVBS) (BNC)
2.5V (2.0-5.0Vp-p)
Outputs
Rear
Line Audio
Analog mono (RCA (connector))
-5dB at 47kΩ
Monitor Audio
Analog mono (RCA (connector))
-5dB at 47kΩ
Video Line
Composite (CVBS) (BNC)
Features
Playback only, Frame Code absolute address system, variable speed search (5x normal, 8x with BKU-702/RM-580), RS-232C interface (optional BKU-701), 33-pin parallel remote (optional BKU-702), programmable repeated playback, random access, external sync input, works with AC on/off timers, optional infrared remote (RM-770)
Power
Voltage
220–240V
AC frequency
50Hz, 60Hz
Power
58W
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Parts
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Description

The Sony VP-7040 is a U-matic Lo Band player classified as a "Type 7" unit. It plays back PAL, SECAM, and NTSC 4.43 colour tapes with 250-line colour horizontal resolution and a video signal-to-noise ratio better than 45dB. Note that the VP-7040 plays NTSC 4.43 (a PAL-region conversion format) but does not support native NTSC 3.58 playback — this is primarily a PAL-market machine, though a 100–120V variant was available for some export markets.

Like its sibling the VP-7030, the VP-7040 incorporates Frame Code for absolute addressing and supports sophisticated programming functions including random access and programmable repeated playback. The unit supports RS-232C connection via an optional BKU-701 Computer Interface Board for external computer control, and an optional BKU-702 interface for 33-pin parallel remote control. The VP-7040 supports automatic start/stop with AC on/off timers and can be controlled via an optional RM-770 infrared remote, making it well suited for interactive kiosk and point-of-information applications.

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