Sony SL-C6

Sony SL-C6

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Overview

Brand

Sony

Model

SL-C6

Type

VCR

Format family

Betamax

Years

1982 –

AV system

PAL

ECID

EC3744

Format Compatibility

Plays

Betamax

Records

Betamax

Inputs

Rear

Antenna
1×RF (RF (Belling-Lee))

Video In
1×Composite (CVBS) (BNC, Stereo audio via DIN (5-pin))

Outputs

Rear

Audio Out
1×Analog stereo (DIN (5-pin))

Video Out
1×Composite (CVBS) (BNC)

RF Out
1×RF (RF (Belling-Lee))

UHF modulated output

Features

Front loading, stylish design, 1-event weekly timer, clock synchronized with power frequency

Dimensions

H × W × D

168 mm × 460 mm × 390 mm

Weight

31.967 lb14.5 kg <br /> / 14.5 kg31.967 lb <br />

Power

Voltage

220–240V

AC frequency

50Hz

Power

55W

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Description

The Sony SL-C6 was Sony's first front-loading PAL Betamax VCR, released in 1982. It was Sony's attempt at a mass-market machine — basic in features but very stylish in design. Interestingly, it was produced in two cosmetic variants: the Mark I and Mark II, both introduced in 1982, which differed mainly in the styling of the front panel. The rear panel featured a 220/240V selector and DIN connectors for audio. The dual-standard SL-T6ME was based on the SL-C6. Regional variants included the SL-C6ES (Scandinavia). There was no direct NTSC equivalent; the American front-loading models of this era included the SL-5000, SL-5010, and SL-5100.