Sony SLO-420P
Sony SLO-420P
Overview
Brand
Model
SLO-420P
Type
Format family
Years
1983 –
AV system
PAL
ECID
Format Compatibility
Plays
Betamax
Records
Betamax
Inputs
Rear
Outputs
Rear
Features
Industrial/professional design, built on SL-C9 mechanics, linear stereo, audio level meters, 9-event 2-week timer, crystal clock, 5-minute power back-up
Dimensions
H × W × D
105 mm × 430 mm × 362 mm
Weight
22.046 lb10 kg <br /> / 10 kg22.046 lb <br />
Power
Voltage
110–240V
AC frequency
50Hz, 60Hz
Power
45W
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Description
The Sony SLO-420P was the PAL industrial/professional version of the SL-C9 Betamax VCR, released in 1983. The "P" suffix denotes the PAL version, while the "SLO" prefix indicates Sony's industrial line. It shared the SL-C9's core mechanics in a more robust configuration designed for commercial and professional use, including video duplicating applications. The NTSC equivalent was the SLO-420, which was available with optional wired remotes and an optional infrared remote (RMT-312). Compatible remotes included the RM-612A, RM-624, and RMT-636, which could operate it via a special Beta button.