Zenith JR-9000W
Zenith JR-9000W
Overview
Brand
Model
JR-9000W
Market
USA
Type
Format family
Years
1977 –
AV system
NTSC
ECID
Format Compatibility
Plays
Betamax
Records
Betamax
Inputs
Rear
Outputs
Rear
Features
2 video heads, top-loading, playback and recording at X1 and X2 speeds, mechanical tuner with knobs, VHF/UHF only, no remote control, no timer
Power
Voltage
120–120V
AC frequency
60Hz
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Description
The Zenith JR-9000W is a top-loading Betamax VCR from 1977, similar to the Sony SL-7200A. Manufactured by Sony for Zenith, it features 2 video heads, mono audio, and a mechanical tuner with knobs for VHF/UHF channels. The "W" suffix denotes a woodgrain finish. It supports both X1 and X2 playback and recording speeds. This was Zenith's first Betamax VCR, part of a line that ran from 1977 to 1984.
